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October 20th, 2007, 10:27 PM
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Another newbie
Hello from British Columbia Canada, of course I am new to aquariums I do have a small tank now (5g) and have plans for a large one soon, just waiting on the quotes. The plan is for a 94 to 105 gallon reef tank. I have been reading forums and the dummies book for SW aquariums for the last few weeks and have discovered that there is a lot to learn!! The 2 quotes I await are for a 94 gallon glass tank and a 105 gallon arcylic, not too sure which way to go with this, seems like a split decision among the current tank owners. My head spins with questions about what type of skimmer, which power heads to use, lights, substrate, etc. etc. I was all set to buy MH lights then discovered Solaris LED's, same with skimmers, was all set to purchase a ASM G2 but now I am thinking that going with a Tunze skimmer and powerheads.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 105 gallon flat back hex, ASM G1X, 20 gallon sump/fuge, GenX 6000 retrun,JBJ ATO Solaris 48" LED. Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 5 months Other Intrests: Quads,Snowmobiles, golf, RC helicopters, RC trucks. 
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October 20th, 2007, 11:17 PM
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Re: Another newbie
go for a 250 just to make biff mad.
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Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125gal.SWPT,20gal,FWPL,and 30gal.SWRT Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 3years Other Intrests: airsoft,guitar,wakeskating,skateboarding
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October 21st, 2007, 12:11 AM
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Re: Another newbie
Welcome to the reef.
Ive been hearing some bad stuff on the solaris LED fixtures but I dont anybody that is actually willing to invest that much money in a set of lights. I also hear good things about your choice of skimmers. Good luck with your project and post any questions you have.
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Hunt hard,shoot straight,kill clean,apologize to no one. Current Aquarium(s) Description: 75gal. reef,NE T-5s 432 watt ,CSS65 skimmer,Pro-Clear 125 wet/dry with mag5 return Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: Little over a year Other Intrests: Hunting,camping,fishing
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October 21st, 2007, 12:13 AM
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Re: Another newbie
Welcome to the reef, post any questions ya got
Also post pics, we love pics here... Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125 Clear for Life Acrylic- ASM Skimmer,RioHB20's (x2) 30 gallon sump... Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 months Other Intrests: Video Games, Saltwater Tanks, Playing with the 2yr old..
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October 21st, 2007, 12:36 AM
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Re: Another newbie
Hello and welcome! I would definitely go with the glass aquarium. The water volumes of the two are so similar, and acrylic scratches really easily, which is no good for a reef tank. As for skimmers, I would recommend the Octopus brand. They are cheaper than EuroReef or ASM and of comparable quality. I have one on my 240 and I love it.
Solaris lights are EXPENSIVE! Go with metal halide or T5s. As for powerheads, I use Hydor Koralias. They are great.
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"If we went to a Halloween party dressed as Batman and Robin, I'd go as Robin. That's how much you mean to me... " Sarah 
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 240-gallon reef with a 55-gallon sump and 35-gallon refugium Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 7 years
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October 21st, 2007, 03:10 AM
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Re: Another newbie
welcome aboard !! i agree with all of Biffy's suggestions.
FWIW ... the more water volume that you have the easier the tank is to take care of. it leaves more room for errors that WILL be made. i say join the BTC from the get go. Current Aquarium(s) Description: SPS dominated 125, 100 gallon frag tank, 100 gallon rubbermaid sump Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 3 years, fragging 2 1/2 years
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October 21st, 2007, 04:32 AM
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Re: Another newbie
Welcome to the site.
I would go with glass for reasons already stated.As far as the other equipment on your list sounds good.Post specific question and I'm sure someone *cough*Biff will answer any questions you have.
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 Live long and prosper Dominick AGA 210g. MegaflowLifereef LF1-300S berlin sumpSVS-24 skimmer w/Mag 9.5Refugium(25g.) with Nova 2x24w fuge light.Mag 2400 return.Aquatinic Constellation/14x39w T5-HO.Reef Fanatic ATO.Koralia 2/3 Current Aquarium(s) Description: Oceanic 75 gal./AGA 210g. megaflow Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 years Other Intrests: Reefing,video games,music,electronics
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October 21st, 2007, 05:01 AM
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Re: Another newbie
welcome to living reefs. i'm going to go against the grain and say go with the 120. I love the clarity of acrylic tanks. as other have stated, they are easy to scratch. which, is their only downfall. the good points are they are much lighter than glass, clearer than glass, and easy to drill for bulkheads if needed.
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Detritus Happens! Current Aquarium(s) Description: 55 gallon reef Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: since january 07
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October 21st, 2007, 05:38 AM
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Re: Another newbie
I too like the acrylic, I take a lot of care when moving rocks, cleaning the acrylic, I love my 125....
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125 Clear for Life Acrylic- ASM Skimmer,RioHB20's (x2) 30 gallon sump... Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 months Other Intrests: Video Games, Saltwater Tanks, Playing with the 2yr old..
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October 21st, 2007, 06:23 AM
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Re: Another newbie
Welcome to the reef.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 120 with 30 sump Aquatinic Constellation T5 lighting Coralife Super Skimmer Koralia 2/3 Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2 years and counting Other Intrests: Pig collector, Gardening
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