Steve Dillon
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Does anyone have a red sea aquarium?
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Steve Dillon
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Lol im thinking real hard.. that max s series is pretty awesome.. the reefers are cool too but no lights or pump
Mark75
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Steve,...I would consider SC. They have some really good prices such as this;
http://www.scaquariums.com/product-p/sca-80gpnp.htm
Or Cadlights;
https://www.cadlights.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=80&zenid=8614c9beaf4fcc23a133ccf63f7a674a
I dont think either of this are quite as good as the Reefer series but offer a lot more for your dollar. I have an Cadlights Artisan 50g cube and have been very happy with it. Not looking to talk you out of the Reefer,...just giving you some more options.
http://www.scaquariums.com/product-p/sca-80gpnp.htm
Or Cadlights;
https://www.cadlights.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=80&zenid=8614c9beaf4fcc23a133ccf63f7a674a
I dont think either of this are quite as good as the Reefer series but offer a lot more for your dollar. I have an Cadlights Artisan 50g cube and have been very happy with it. Not looking to talk you out of the Reefer,...just giving you some more options.
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Steve Dillon
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I dont know what im doing yet.. unless it under $400 I will be waiting till tax time.. I bought a 29 that had a one spot rabbit fish. I was just going to take him lfs but I got attached. So I bought the 4ft 65 gallon that he loves but I hate the 18" width. So I want something different. Maybe being a member here I can learn rock scaping
Mark75
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In my experience the tank will last through lots of equipment so spend your money on the tank, and no matter what size tank you purchase within a few months you will regret not going bigger. 
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Steve Dillon
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My 65 with just water changes doesnt need much.. I haven't put any corals in it cause its only been with fish for 3 months. But my bio cube im adding to the max. Calcium and alk. Imo bigger is easier..
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Steve Dillon
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Share all your pictures..
Coach63
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Will do-once I set it up, you can come see it to see if you like it.
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Steve Dillon
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I might take you up on that.. I am real interest in that line..
BlueDevil
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I have seriously considered getting the Red Sea Reefer tank and have read up on TONS of peoples' experiences with them and have gone through several pictures of various setups. Here are some pros and cons for me personally:
Pros:
1. From all accounts, they are very well built tanks and stands, with quality craftsmanship.
2. The Reefer series at least is relatively affordable.
3. The tanks and stands look really sweet! I have seen one in person and absolutely love it!
4. The Reefer tanks have a nice foot print
Cons:
1. Size - unfortunately for me, the largest tank they have in the Reefer series is a 92 gal tank (I'm only taking tank volume into consideration here). I'd personally like to get a 125-150 gal tank for my next setup
2. Sump - I don't quite like the way the sump is set up. The Reefer series comes with the sump so if you want to do away with it, you will have a wasted piece of equipment and have to spend extra $$ on a new sump. What I don't like about the sump is the way it is configured. Doesn't have a whole lot of open room for things like carbon/GFO reactors, macro etc... Also, their ATO container is not the largest either resulting in having to fill it out more often than I would like. I hear from others that their filter socks are a little tricky and not a very standard size.
3. Overflow box - I would like to go with a Bean Animal overflow setup for my new tank so I don't like a big overflow box in the tank (which cuts down on the area inside)
Mind you, these pros and cons are just my personal take on them and they may or may not be deal breakers for you an what your plans are. Just wanted to pass along as food for thought...
Cheers!
Yash
Pros:
1. From all accounts, they are very well built tanks and stands, with quality craftsmanship.
2. The Reefer series at least is relatively affordable.
3. The tanks and stands look really sweet! I have seen one in person and absolutely love it!
4. The Reefer tanks have a nice foot print
Cons:
1. Size - unfortunately for me, the largest tank they have in the Reefer series is a 92 gal tank (I'm only taking tank volume into consideration here). I'd personally like to get a 125-150 gal tank for my next setup
2. Sump - I don't quite like the way the sump is set up. The Reefer series comes with the sump so if you want to do away with it, you will have a wasted piece of equipment and have to spend extra $$ on a new sump. What I don't like about the sump is the way it is configured. Doesn't have a whole lot of open room for things like carbon/GFO reactors, macro etc... Also, their ATO container is not the largest either resulting in having to fill it out more often than I would like. I hear from others that their filter socks are a little tricky and not a very standard size.
3. Overflow box - I would like to go with a Bean Animal overflow setup for my new tank so I don't like a big overflow box in the tank (which cuts down on the area inside)
Mind you, these pros and cons are just my personal take on them and they may or may not be deal breakers for you an what your plans are. Just wanted to pass along as food for thought...
Cheers!
Yash
