redskull1944
Aquarium Advice Newbie
I would call myself an intermediate freshwater hobbyist with the several tanks I've maintained over the years. I am doing my first saltwater tank it is a 55 gal acrylic. I am going along the budget build route and buying parts over time. My overall goal is to have a shelf of live rock in the back. Here's what I have so far.
Emperor 400 biowheel filter
300w submersible heater
2x 24in 15w florescent lights w/ 8k bulbs on risers (I ditched the hoods)
I just bought a hydrometer and will be going to a secluded beach to get some nice sand to clean before I start my water cycle.
I plan on spending/saving $50-$100 a month for upgrades that includes
50/50 florescent bulbs
power head (900-1300 GPH)
digital thermometer
protein skimmer
48" T5 lighting system to replace my lighting
Am I missing anything?
Do I need to put new biowheels or will they just convert over from freshwater?
How much salt should I buy for initial setup?
thanks in advance for your help
Emperor 400 biowheel filter
300w submersible heater
2x 24in 15w florescent lights w/ 8k bulbs on risers (I ditched the hoods)
I just bought a hydrometer and will be going to a secluded beach to get some nice sand to clean before I start my water cycle.
I plan on spending/saving $50-$100 a month for upgrades that includes
50/50 florescent bulbs
power head (900-1300 GPH)
digital thermometer
protein skimmer
48" T5 lighting system to replace my lighting
Am I missing anything?
Do I need to put new biowheels or will they just convert over from freshwater?
How much salt should I buy for initial setup?
thanks in advance for your help