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get the facts! « Thread Started on Aug 11, 2003, 11:56am »
hi, i just started out freshwater and already i want 2 go reef! it just looks really nice when its done! and i have limited space, and i have seen some ppl work w/ even 5g, so i want 2 learn all the facts, what 2 get 4 a beginner, and how 2 be successful! thanks!
Joined: Jun 2003 Gender: Male Posts: 22 Location: Massachusetts
Re: get the facts! « Reply #1 on Oct 24, 2003, 5:46am »
Reef> OK.....You need a big tank, the bigger it is, the better your chance of success. You need a few 100 buck minimum for a start. Lights (a 3' Power Compact costs $170 for 96 watts)you need at least 3 watts per gallon. UV sterilizer($150), Protien skimmer($100), Live rock ($6-$9 a pound)......Just so you get the picture, a healthy, pretty tank doesn't come cheap http://www.75th-meu.com/MGSsPages.htm
Re: get the facts! « Reply #2 on Nov 14, 2003, 10:46pm »
the best advice i can give you is to go out and spend $30 - 50 on a good reef book. you will lose hundreds in mistakes if you do not. you should probly start with a fish only saltwater tank before reef. you can always switch over later. if you have any questions feel free to email me.
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