Reef savvy?

[Paul C.]

I can say that a 315 gal 96X32X24 tank and stand from C2C was around $9400.

 

[PatW]

Reef Savvy tanks are nearly works of art. For certain customers, a Reef Savvy tank and cabinet would be a smart move. If you have a fancy house and want a stunning tank to match it and have the $$$$, it would be a good move.

You are in Melbourne, I am in Orlando. Some of the larger lfs have connections with custom aquarium builders. If you are not looking for an ultimate top of the line system, you might check on some of these people. Besides Lfs, locals reef clubs might know.

 

[DaveMorris]

While I am not currently in the market for a new tank, I do know that my next tank will be a tank built by Felix. Its not just about build quality for me, but how he does business and how he supports the hobby. I would look at it like buying any piece of furniture. You can buy something inexpensive that gets the job done at Ikea, or you can go to Ethan Allen and get something that has a quality "feel" that you and everyone else can see.

 

[Dogtown]

If price is an issue, you might want to keep an eye out for a good used Reef Savvy tank while you are still shopping. I see them come and go all the time.

 

[tcarter1936]

Yeah I live in Melbourne Florida and I've been to the living reef I love the tanks, bummed a new tank takes that long to get :/ I don't wanna settle for bad quality but I'm not looking to wait 6 months haha

West Melbourne here! Nice to see another local.

 

[Fin]

The OP might also consider having a euro-braced tank built, instead of rimless. May save a little money that way. My 125 was built that way and Felix was able to use thinner glass. Still very nice looking tanks. Here is a video from their Facebook page, showing a euro-braced build.

 

[ShawnSaucier]

Thanks I appreciate all the comments , yeah I'm thinking using dry rock but normally cycle it in tank with a dead shrimp and pouring the bacteria in. I've never cycled or cured rock in brute cans before

Just got an text from the guys at Living reef Orlando.. they have a beautiful 300g Miracles tank and stand (72x36x30 I think) for sale. $3000

 

[ShawnSaucier]

And plumbing and sump included

 

[MelbourneReefer]

And plumbing and sump included

I saw that when I went to the shop, looks good but a few scratches that were way to deep for my liking