Recent content by patriotman

I guess my question really is - Is a sump better than this Lifeguard modular filtration system? if so, why? Are there any other modular filtration systems that you recommend? http://www.pentairaquatics.com/products/aquarium_products.html

Hi, As you know from previous posts, I am looking at adding a sump to my setup. The main reason is to put the skimmer and heaters out of site and water flow. I saw this Lifeguard modular filtration system which will incorporate the heaters. What do you think of these? Can a skimmer be added to...

Tinman - They do not have anywhere the amount of dry goods that the aquarium shop has. They have much more livestock and good advice. hth

That is the one I was referring to also. I have started avoiding them now just because of the bad advice. They told me that a fluval 304 is all I would need for a 125g tank, and they said that LR is a bad idea that does not work. Try Wholesale Florist of Huntsville, they are behind Joe Davis...

tinman - I am just curious, which fish store are you using. I have had my share of bad advice from the bigger LFS in our area...

I don't have a pump yet. Any recommendations? Also, I am still a little confused about how I get the water from the tank to the sump. My tank is not pre-drilled. Is there something better than a Siphon Overflow? I am reading that they are loud - is that true (can it be prevented)? Do i need...

Well after reading many articles and posts on this site I have been convinced to add a sump to the aquarium that I am about to setup. I am not much of a handyman so I think I am going to try to find a sump kit to purchase. I am looking for a sump in which I can add my heaters and a skimmer (not...

I was just about to ask a similar question also. Is there a article explaining the pros and cons of each type of species in a clean-up crew? What are the proper quantities of each based on tank size? Thanks

Let me ask a dumb question. Is a sump better and more effective or just cheaper? Pros and Cons?

I am not real smart about using a sump. I have never tried before. I really do not know much about them. I will have to read up on it. Thanks for the recommendation for the Aqua C EV series or Reef Devil/Euro Reef skimmers.

Side by side or on opposite sides of the tank? Would it matter?

I am looking at different filters and protein skimmers and I notice that the maximum number of gallons that they support is usually around 75G or 100G. Obviously that would not support my 125G tank effectively. My question is it alright to put two identical devices on my tank to run in parallel...

So no recommendations of a website to get the live sand?

Fuge less? What do you mean by that?

The LFS is not much of an option for me. We only have a couple here and I do not have a good feeling about them. I could probably make some good money opening my own store... humm... Anyway - money is not that much of an issue. I just want to do it right and easy the first time.