To upgrade or not to upgrade?

[JennaSimpson]

Well guys I just bought a new house! and I will have lots more room then now and was considering getting a 75 gallon to move my 36 saltwater into . What are the drawbacks/ pluses / expenses to expanding? Or should I just stay in my comfy little bowfront?

 

[Gboy66]

You are going to upgrade eventually...might as well do it now
Seriously though, you will!

Drawbacks-need to buy more rock, sand, lights, and skimmer/sump.

Pros-endless

 

[JustinKBreen]

Lol why stop at a 75, get a 120

 

[Gboy66]

Lol why stop at a 75, get a 120

Or a 220..or a 300..or a 100? Lol. It never ends but ya, 75 or 120 is a good size for reefs.

 

[SWSCJ]

A 75 would be a great up grade. I keep one tied to my larger tank. You'll be glad you did. Live rock design, tank stability, increased bio load capability are some of the pluses.

 

[Patrick93]

Just get a 120 it will be way better then the 75 and you will love all the room in it

 

[SWSCJ]

120 would be better.

 

[JennaSimpson]

We will see what happens ...

 

[ezy33]

It depends on what you for see in the future. 75 gallons in a nice size for a reef. If you want to keep Tangs you'll need a six foot tank like a 125 or a 180 gallon. For kicks I searched Craig's list in your area and found a reef ready 125 for $500. I can't tell if thats a good deal with out knowing more about it, like the lights, pumps and other equipment.

MTS is a way of life for many of us!

 

[Mrc8858]

Honestly I would upgrade to a six footer. It will open up your options to a whole new selection of fish. 180s (72"x24"x24") are my favorite and will be the next size I move to

 

[ezy33]

+1 on the 180.

 

[SWSCJ]

Wow, you went from a 36 to a 180 in just one day....awesome! Lol

 

[Nu-Nu the eel]

Haha i love how she had no say in the matter. Lol

 

[JennaSimpson]

I'm rolling in laughter! I thought my husband was bad but you guys are pros! Thanks for the interest and help everyone