Starting A New Tank!!

WhySoSeriousDory · Nov 8, 2024

Starting another tank, was using JB WaterWeld and superglue for rock but after 8 hours it didn't seem to be setting strong enough for what I was wanting to do so I decided to go with this.

What are your thoughts on the rock height level?

AlyciaMarie · Nov 8, 2024

I think it's looking good! You may want to build up the height on some parts, but I feel like that's more cosmetic than a necessity. Also, maybe isolate a rock or make an "island" somewhere just in case you want to keep a coral that is a little too fast growing.

Also, congrats on your new tank! Looks like it's going to be awesome.

Gumbies R Us · Nov 8, 2024

WhySoSeriousDory said:
Starting another tank, was using JB WaterWeld and superglue for rock but after 8 hours it didn't seem to be setting strong enough for what I was wanting to do so I decided to go with this.

What are your thoughts on the rock height level?

I think you can make your rock taller, but that is up to you!

Rjukan · Nov 8, 2024

WhySoSeriousDory said:
Starting another tank, was using JB WaterWeld and superglue for rock but after 8 hours it didn't seem to be setting strong enough for what I was wanting to do so I decided to go with this.

What are your thoughts on the rock height level?

What type of furniture is the tank on? I'd be a little concerned about it holding all of that weight once the tank is filled

WhySoSeriousDory · Nov 8, 2024

Rjukan said:
What type of furniture is the tank on? I'd be a little concerned about it holding all of that weight once the tank is filled

thats a tank stand - up to 75 gal.

kevgib67 · Nov 8, 2024

Exciting new start! I agree, talker and more rock, it’s your main filtration.

PharmrJohn · Nov 8, 2024

It really depends on what kind of bioload you're considering. Back in the day, we put 2lbs/gallon in a tank. It was WAY too much. Now it's about 0.75 to 1.25 lbs/g. I'd continue working on it. You've got a good start, but keep in mind that fish like caves to hide in. I've heard it stated that you can have as many fish as you have hidey-holes. Also, think about what kind of corals you want to keep and do a rough mapping of what goes where based on your choices. Fish also like swim-throughs. And I'd make room for an 'Island' (a lone piece of rock where you could have a colony that doesn't play nice with others).