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Welcome to R2R and the obsession
Welcome, and with that drill job you should already have a badge.
As to the live rock, depends on where it has been to know what kind of hangers on it might have. I for one am a strong proponent of a piece or two. There are ways to flush out things like mantis shrimps but I don’t think that’s gonna be your problem. Best of luck looking forward to more pictures
As to the live rock, depends on where it has been to know what kind of hangers on it might have. I for one am a strong proponent of a piece or two. There are ways to flush out things like mantis shrimps but I don’t think that’s gonna be your problem. Best of luck looking forward to more pictures
Jimbhoy13
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Welcome to R2R and the salty world. Lots of knowledgeable and helpful people here who will support and advise you when needed.
You can get the UK banner here: Click Account then “Join User Group”, scroll to the bottom and click on “United Kingdom User Group‘’
You can get the UK banner here: Click Account then “Join User Group”, scroll to the bottom and click on “United Kingdom User Group‘’
4davegill
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Nice! I look forward to seeing your updates. One thing to remember is the setup is all about patience. Make sure you cycle your rock early, as it takes a while to establish the bacteria that will filter your nitrates, nitrites, phosphates, etc. Once you do though, it is incredible.
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Manny’s Reef
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Hello and welcome to R2R. Glad to have you.
Schraufabagel
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Fish Think Pink
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Evening/Morning!
I'm brand new to the reefing scene, always wanted a tank and finally in a position to set one up. Making an account and a post on here upon recommendation from a friend saying its a great community, which i hope to be a part of. I had a great opportunity to pick up a 150 gallon 5x2x2 second hand and cheap. It was previously a freshwater tank but I managed to successfully drill two holes in! (a few stressful moments there).
So far I've got my sump, heaters, pump, and had a stand made.
Ive decided on using marco rock for the aqua-scape and am picking it up tomorrow, plumbing pieces have been ordered and im still trying to figure out exactly which lights will work.
My plan is to start off with LPS and Softies which from what i can gather seems to be the way most people go at the start. Love the look the flow generates with all the movement.
Still researching exactly how to cycle etc but think I'm going to let it do its thing without putting any live rock in there at the beginning as its a massive learning curve and i want to fully understand how everything works before I put anything living in it.
Ive attached a few photos but ultimately probably boring for anyone to look at until I've at least got some rock and water in it.
Thanks for your time and I'll post some updates as I get them.
Peace o/
Welcome! Glad you joined. Sounds like you are well on your way!!
Have you considered starting your build thread? I found its a great place to document my tank's evolution for myself. I started tank first then joined, so I'm still finding myself going back collecting pictures & updating historically as well as current state. Once you create your first post in your thread and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID)
This might help you find people local to you:
Global Local Reef Club Discussion
Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.
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This is a good reference book type online article I still review:
The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium
This article was sponsored by @MarineDepot at www.marinedepot.com. Introduction The marine environment is one of the most complex systems on the planet. The aquarium you are about to set up is only a tiny sliver of the vast ocean, but it is no...
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ShepherdReefer
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Hello and welcome to the channel.
FiddlersReef
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Welcome to R2R!
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Hydra138
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Thank you mate, really appreciate the tips.Welcome! Glad you joined. Sounds like you are well on your way!!
Have you considered starting your build thread? I found its a great place to document my tank's evolution for myself. I started tank first then joined, so I'm still finding myself going back collecting pictures & updating historically as well as current state. Once you create your first post in your thread and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID)
This might help you find people local to you:
Global Local Reef Club Discussion
Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.
This is a good reference book type online article I still review:
The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium
This article was sponsored by @MarineDepot at www.marinedepot.com. Introduction The marine environment is one of the most complex systems on the planet. The aquarium you are about to set up is only a tiny sliver of the vast ocean, but it is no...
