startn salt tank
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kbuser92
Breeder
Not gonna be cheap, buddy. Youre looking at at least $600 in lights, $200+ for a good in-sump skimmer, probably $100+ on a diy sump, more if you buy one made. Plus $100+ on plumbing, another $50+ on a return pump. You also need powerheads, probably $150+ for those, heaters are gonna bee another cost. Youre looking at $2000+ and then tank, stand, salt, rock (which youd need at least 260 lbs) and sand. After its set up, you have livestock and corals.
Point being, it isnt a cheap hobby by any means, but its a great one. If you choose to pursue, youve picked a great site to join, everyone is really helpful and someone will be able to help you every step of the way. Remember to go slow, its not a race (think of the tortoise and the hare).
Post any questions as you have them and good luck!
Point being, it isnt a cheap hobby by any means, but its a great one. If you choose to pursue, youve picked a great site to join, everyone is really helpful and someone will be able to help you every step of the way. Remember to go slow, its not a race (think of the tortoise and the hare).
Post any questions as you have them and good luck!
Greenman
Reefing newb
Startup is crazy expensive, but keeping it up and running isnt bad at all.
Marinne13
Northern Reefer
I agree with kbuser92, going to be at least 1K-2K to start a tank that big
kbuser92
Breeder
I would say all said and done, $3500-4000+, including heaters, all the way to some ReefBreeder LED's x3 @$180/ea. And rock, sand, some fish and coral.
thanks guys. im goin to keep everyone updated as i go. picked up a 180 last week. took about 2 nights after work to remove all the scratches and buff crystaql clear. 1 1/2 and a 1 inch holes are drilled into the bottom of the overflow box. what should i find next? trying to get everything cheaper off craigslist. im a craigslist shopper! my wife happens to be in the import/export business of exotic corals and fish. she gets shipments all over the world. i want to start a reef system than start fraging on the side....for some extra money:)
kbuser92
Breeder
Well, start with ReefBreeder lights. Get 3x whatever is $179/ea. because theyre crazy good. Just call about optics before you order.
kbuser92
Breeder
Possible. Reef Octopus makes some pretty good ones for the money.
Civicdemon
Go Big Or Go Home !
Yup thats what i Say Craigslist is your friend. If i need something i alwys look on C list first lol.
sen5241b
Reef enthusiast
Read this article if you want to save time, money and heartache.
https://www.livingreefs.com/marine-aquarium-disasters-and-prevent-them-t20514.html
https://www.livingreefs.com/marine-aquarium-disasters-and-prevent-them-t20514.html
