14g BioCube questions

[neeker4]

I got a 14g BioCube off craigslist last night for $120. They guy upgraded to a new tank and gave me this one for a good price. He was using it for freshwater but I'd rather it be a nano FOWLR. What would I need to do to get it into SW shape? I don't plan on doing any hard to keep corals, so I don't plan on upgrading the lighting at this time, but can I just grab some LR and salt water and begin cycling? Thanks for any advice in advance!!! It's good to be getting back into SW...

 

[Cichlid-dude]

You sure can grab some lr and some salt mix and get it started. Did it come with a heater? I also recomend geting a powerhead for flow.

 

[neeker4]

No heater or powerhead but those things I can easily pick up... any recommendations as far as size, brand, etc...?

 

[Cichlid-dude]

I love my hydor koralia powerheads. Im not sure of a good size for a 14 gal, maybe like a 240gph?

 

[neeker4]

Yeah ive been told the 245???(smallest one) is perfect for the 14g... Im going to pick one up and start cycling this weekend before a week out of town...

 

[egrape]

I use a 425 in my ten gallon and I personally love the flow. but I like high flow and my Duncan loves getting blown around haha