Waterbox 150.4 plus edition build (any recommendations

[ryder18967]

I am debating buying this kit but am curious on what else i would need Any input highly appreciated

 

[TX_REEF]

looks like that kit has everything you need, equipment-wise. Others may add items I've forgotten, but to get started, you'll still need:

• Sand (unless you're going bare-bottom, which is fine too!): https://amzn.to/4eQstSY
• Rock (I recommend quality dry rock like marco rock (https://amzn.to/3YgX1rg) combined with some quality ocean live rock, such as a treasure chest from Tampa Bay Saltwater @LiverockRocks (https://tbsaltwater.com/product-category/ups-rock-sand-critters/)
• Bacteria Source, especially if you are not starting with some mature live rock (Fritz is great: https://amzn.to/4gTLmWV)
• Ammonia source to catalyze cycle: https://amzn.to/4eDbALH
• Power strip(s), I recommend Kasa so you can control each outlet with a free app on your mobile device: https://amzn.to/4eDXiKK
• Salt, I use instant ocean on both of my systems and it works just fine and is affordable: https://amzn.to/4dJ1OpS
• RO/DI system - lots of options here, check BRS
• RO/DI water storage, I use this kit which is great, and as a bonus you have fresh water in case of emergencies, but any sealing container will do: https://amzn.to/3U4shrg
• Test kit: https://amzn.to/3BElcHj
• Salinity measurement device, lots of options here: https://amzn.to/3NlvNtn

Optional/nice to have:

• Filter roller, so you don't have to clean filter socks or change filter floss: https://amzn.to/3U2joy4
• Quality activated carbon to maintain water clarity, prevent foul smells, and reduce toxins in water

 

[kevgib67]

I was looking at that tank closely for an upgrade next. Following to see what you choose to do.

 

[ryder18967]

looks like that kit has everything you need, equipment-wise. Others may add items I've forgotten, but to get started, you'll still need:

• Sand (unless you're going bare-bottom, which is fine too!): https://amzn.to/4eQstSY
• Rock (I recommend quality dry rock like marco rock (https://amzn.to/3YgX1rg) combined with some quality ocean live rock, such as a treasure chest from Tampa Bay Saltwater @LiverockRocks (https://tbsaltwater.com/product-category/ups-rock-sand-critters/)
• Bacteria Source, especially if you are not starting with some mature live rock (Fritz is great: https://amzn.to/4gTLmWV)
• Ammonia source to catalyze cycle: https://amzn.to/4eDbALH
• Power strip(s), I recommend Kasa so you can control each outlet with a free app on your mobile device: https://amzn.to/4eDXiKK
• Salt, I use instant ocean on both of my systems and it works just fine and is affordable: https://amzn.to/4dJ1OpS
• RO/DI system - lots of options here, check BRS
• RO/DI water storage, I use this kit which is great, and as a bonus you have fresh water in case of emergencies, but any sealing container will do: https://amzn.to/3U4shrg
• Test kit: https://amzn.to/3BElcHj
• Salinity measurement device, lots of options here: https://amzn.to/3NlvNtn

Optional/nice to have:

• Filter roller, so you don't have to clean filter socks or change filter floss: https://amzn.to/3U2joy4
• Quality activated carbon to maintain water clarity, prevent foul smells, and reduce toxins in water

Thanks much i had the sand salt and rock picked out but much appreciated