Starting My First Saltwater Tank

[Fishman144]

So I am getting into the Saltwater World. I would be breaking down my 20 gallon high freshwater tank and transforming it in to a saltwater tank. I would be selling some of my old stuff and replace with new things that I would need. So can anyone guide me in the right direction on what I will be need to get. What are some of the most important things that I would need for my Saltwater tanks from start to finish?

 

[willthethrill]

There are a lot of topics to cover. Best thing to do would be to go on YouTube and watch a bunch of saltwater tank 101 videos. Way easier to understand and absorb instead of paragraphs and paragraphs of info

 

[domination2580]

 

[Pruett-nc]

I second the saltwater videos . Brs ( bulk reef supply ) and marine depot also has some good ones to get you started and help understand parts needed .

P.s. ask lots of questions . Some of the friendliest reef people you will find on the net are here on R2R.

 

[dbl]

This thread is another great resource for you.

http://reef2reef.com/threads/the-supreme-guide-to-setting-up-a-saltwater-reef-aquarium.138750/

 

[StoneFlyTyer]

Well like everyone else said watch some videos to understand easier, than have someone tell to use hydrometer or a refractor to have u come back ask what they are. But I think one thing u will want to do is think of what u want in the end do u want reef tank or fowler, do u want aggressive or or community tank, answering these questions save u money cause certain setups can call for equipment that might now be needed on anouther type of setup. So basically research a lot and come up with a idea of what u want and it will be easier to help u

 

[Milkmanskid]

Newyorksteelo on YouTube!

 

[Salty1962]

Welcome to the R2R forum. Best advice is to read allot, ask allot of questions and be patient!