Recent content by z4k26

Also, fired the skimmer up today and was faces with uncontrollable leaks from the base of the cup and the red control valves. It's a 16 month old proskim g220 that came with the tank. It was left standing dry for 2 months. My immediate guess is the salt may have corroded the plastics/rubbers...

Thanks. Have given this a try a try and so far so good on the sump and tank. Next is to check the wire and return pipes at the connection point. Need to wait for my RO parts to arrive to make some water. The pics are awesome, thanks. I am starting some ideas on the aquascaping side. Will post...

Sorry that was supposed to say 4 inches of water in the main tank

Thanks again. Got the tank yesterday. Was very excited although it was second hand, it's had one owner from new and very good condition. I got it home but then noticed what seemed to be trapped water at the base. I thought it may just be condensation? I have filled the sump to the max level and...

Ah ok. Is a DSB ok for a FOWLR? I thought they are more used for coral keeping? If that's the case I better get some more sand. Thanks again

Thanks, that's great advice! I was going for the full setup but then realised that takes a lot of the fun and personalisation out of the process. As a result I am going for an empty tank, with original Aquareef equipment eg skimmer, lights, return pump and heaters. The 2 examples I have found...

Hi All, New to the forum and thanks for having me. I am in the process of selecting my first marine tank setup. I have decided to go for a FOWLR to start with. Also have decided on the Aquareef 300 as my tank preference. I was told you can pickup some real bargains on these tanks second hand...