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[jeeptree]

Hey all I'm kinda new to the aquarium world have always loved them but never really had the $$$ to throw at the hobby. I have had a 20gl for about a year now and I liked the look and once I started looking at fish I started getting really excited about the hobby (I'm sure this sounds familiar to a lot of you out there.) so this year I decided to get a 55gl with my tax return. After spending a lot of time looking, my girlfriend found a beautiful setup on Craigslist 250.00 for everything ( bottom stones, lights, filter, and the little castle.) I have learned a lot in the last 2 weeks that I received the fish tank. and from all places my mom. to little of my knowledge she was angle fish breeder till I was born. any way I'm in love and cant stop looking and researching. I am glad that I found this site and look forward to talking to some of you. below is my set up I have added an air pump the rocks, plants, and all fish. please tell me what you think and any advice you may have for me.

 

[kangster]

i was also thinking of upgrading with the help of craigslist
nice set up...i want a bigger tank

 

[fort384]

welcome to AA!

 

[jeeptree]

Hey kangster just some advice check everything, even tho I thought I got a great deal it wasnt all it was cracked up to be. What you cant see is the water damage to the bottom of the wooden support. I didnt see this when I bought it it was carred out to my car for me and for good resson if I had seen the damage I would have passed on the deal.
below are the pics that show the damage.

 

[kangster]

thank you for the advice...i am not upgrading anytime soon...i already spent too much money on my 10 gallon lol
will definately check for any flaws and damages when i buy a used set up
thanks again

 

[Zagz]

Welcome to AA! Great advice for the buyer to beware and check things over very carefully.