Hey all, about 5 years ago I had 2 Cichlid tanks (55 gal and 30 gal). I managed them very well and never had problems. But now it's 5 years later and I just got a 75 gallon tank with stand. I do not have a hood or lights ( or any thing else for that matter).
What I need help with is knowing what specs I will need to get a 75 galling tank running ( also I will be placing live plants in the tank. If that matters for certain hoods and lights.
As for filters, I like canitster but I think they may be expensive, should I run with 2 wall mounted filters? Or def go with canister? Also what's up with underground heaters? Are those better or should I just get 2 150w heaters for each side.
I also just purchased 40 pounds of crushed coral. Will I need more? I know Africans like to move them around.
Hope to get some info back soon, thanks
What I need help with is knowing what specs I will need to get a 75 galling tank running ( also I will be placing live plants in the tank. If that matters for certain hoods and lights.
As for filters, I like canitster but I think they may be expensive, should I run with 2 wall mounted filters? Or def go with canister? Also what's up with underground heaters? Are those better or should I just get 2 150w heaters for each side.
I also just purchased 40 pounds of crushed coral. Will I need more? I know Africans like to move them around.
Hope to get some info back soon, thanks
