Hello!

[djb]

Hi UR,
I have read a few posts, and after seeing allot of very nice looking set up's I want to set up a reef tank,
What is the minimum size tank that I need to get me going for a basic yet alright reef tank?
Is there a good post on this board that I haven’t seen that any one could tell me about?
Anyway thanks for any kind of help
djb



Last edited by djb at Feb. 27 2003,19:17

[mark]

Hi DJB

Welcome to Ultimte Reef http://www.ultimatereef.com/ibv3/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif


As to your question, find somewhere that you can put the biggest tank you can. Save loads of money. Decide what sort of setup you want to run eg. Berlin or DSB, sump or no sump, etc. Read, Read and Read some more. Do things slowly and ask lots of questions on here. Then show us all pics of your great new set up.

Enjoy

Mark. http://www.ultimatereef.com/ibv3/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif

[djb]

Thanks mark for a quick responce!
I have decided to read alot more on "what type" to set up with, there such a wide range, and me being a total novice to this, I dont want to mess up, I was thinking about keeping Piranha, but can I keep that type of fish here in the UK?
where can I buy such a fish?

cheers
djb



Last edited by djb at Feb. 27 2003,22:08

[diadema]

HI DJB,

Welcome to the board!

Piranha are a freshwater species found mainly in Africa and central/south America. They wouldn't fair very well in a salty tank!


D.

[djb]

Hi, Like I said I am a total novice, and undecided on what set up to have "marine or fresh water"!
I have been given a 36"x16"x12" tank, and if this was to small to house a reef tank I was going for a fresh water tank set up insted, the thing is I love the coral set ups I have seen (not to keen on marine fish), but then I love the fresh water fish more!
thanks
for you help

djb

[Reef Addict]

Hi djb, welcome to the board!

As Mark said, it's best to start with the biggest tank you can afford, but there's no reason why you couldn't use the tank you have been given for a reef setup. I've kept Piranha years ago and they're a boring timid fish. Once you start with a marine setup you'll never go back to freshwater! It's not a cheap hobby though, but it's well worth it. Read up and take your time setting up your tank and choose the right equipment from the begining. Things you'll need to consider are filtration, protein skimmer and lighting etc. Some corals clams and anemones require very bright light to survive, but there are many soft corals and sponges that will do very nicely under moderate lighting.

Anyway, good luck,

Mark

[diadema]

djb,

What you have to remember is that a bigger tank gives you more headroom when it comes to the stability of the system. It's more than possible to set up a stunning reef in a tank of that size (the one I'm setting up in my office at the moment is only 36x15x18) but you have to be far more diligent to ensure smooth running. I guess experience will allow you to spot the early signs of problems before they accelerate out of control in a small system.

Not too keen on marine fish? http://www.ultimatereef.com/ibv3/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/cry.gif


D.

[djb]

HI, thanks for your support!,
I am learning more and more every day,



THIS SITE IS WICKED!!!

djb :D

oh dose any one know where I can get a 48"W x 24"D x 36"H tank made i'm in the somerset area

[Garry thomas]

Djb freshwater sucks man..........................salty water is the future.........and welcome m8 :lol: get some books whatever salinity you choose.....GT