Nano Tank? Which to choose??

DonGil · Jul 15, 2012

Hi Guy's,

I'm new to the sw community, having had fw aquariums for a long time. I'm thinking of buying a Nano type tank for starters, around 20 - 30 gallons. I've spent a good part of the day researching diifrent brands.. Some say Oceanic systens are great, others say terrible.. Can anyone who has experience with these Nano's, please point me in the right direction..

Thanks
Don G.

revhtree · Jul 15, 2012

Hi there Don!

Let me ask you are you looking for an all in one set up? What type of corals you looking to do?

DonGil · Jul 15, 2012

I think the AIO setup is the way to go for me. I've seen quite a bit of mods out there that improve them greatly. As far as corals go, I'll start with whatever is easiest for a beginner, than progerss from there.

E.intheC · Jul 15, 2012

What's your budget? Do you want a true all in one, with the filter compartment in the back part of the tank, or an "all in one package" like an Elos system?

If you can swing it; I'd suggest an Elos Midi system. They're excellent tanks.

florida reef · Jul 15, 2012

You're right, there are some great mods for the Oceanic line including the refugium mod. At the same time, like Rev asked, consider why you want an AIO. There are far more efficient designs out there that may be cheaper in the long run.

DonGil · Aug 5, 2012

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here's my RSM 130 I picked up from CraigsList for $30.00! I've replaced the bulbs and cooling fans in the hood, added an InTank media basket, it came with a Tunze skimmer and some dry rock. I'm going to use
most of the dry rock, my question to you guys is whats the "pink" dead coral in the picture? Can I use it? Or is it artificial? Thanks for any suggestions you guys have. Hopefully it will be up and running by
the end of this month!

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FateX8 · Aug 5, 2012

Wow that is an amazing deal!!!! Especially with a tunze skimmer!!!
As for that pink coral thing I wouldn't use it. First thing is to scrub that tank clean and fill it up to make sure there's no leaks. Then clean up that rock.
Good luck with the setup and welcome to the money pit!

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Cooper32803 · Aug 5, 2012

Did I read that right? 30.00?? Wow! Great find!!

Steelerfan747 · Aug 5, 2012

Dude if that tank does not leak, you made out like a bandit. Great find and good luck. Keep us posted

Aqua fire/medic · Aug 5, 2012

Holy cow!!!!! Was that a local find or did you have to drive like 6 hours away? Either way, great find!

DonGil · Aug 5, 2012

Had to Drive about an hour. I filled it, No leaks!!

mallorieGgator · Aug 6, 2012

Wow!!!! Sweet deal! I would try cleaning the dry rock in muriatic acid. It looks pretty nasty. That tank is sweet looking!

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DonGil · Aug 11, 2012

Well, tank is up & running!! Should I have my skimmer running? Or wait a few days?

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Cooper32803 · Aug 11, 2012

Personally I would wait until at least the sand settles... it's a new tank so there shouldn't be much to skim... Is it a new skimmer? if so, then you could run it after the sand settles that way it will start the break in period for new skimmers before there is anything really to skim... I am still a newbie myself so maybe someone with more experience could chime in as well...

Pappy · Aug 11, 2012

I wouldn't run skimmer until its done cycling. Sweet deal btw!

DonGil · Aug 12, 2012

Day 2, Ive set up the rocks. Combo of Live & Dead.. Now the waiting begins!

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peter505 · Aug 12, 2012

Looks good, Great deal on the tank!

Tinola · Aug 12, 2012

Wow $30...... What is this, I don't even......

slugwall · Aug 12, 2012

I would love to find a deal like that! Nice job so far... You will find that saltwater is easier to maintain and monitor than freshwater anytime IMHO.