OK, couple more Q's here. If I take the sponge out of the filter, what will filter the debris/detritus out of the water, or is it not much of a concern with a in tank overflow/surface skimming? Also, I will be building a Sump, maybe refugeum, but am limeted with space. I have read somewhere that the wet/dry type Sumps are not soo good? the ones that have sponge filter and Bioballs, liek this
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Basically, I have an idea what I am going to start out with, have an order here ready to go in to J&L
it's a 45Ga corner tank so,
40Lb Bahamas Oolite Live Sand
45Lb Tonga Rock
Instant Ocean Salt
Couple books
Saltwater test kit
RO/DI unit is on its way, waiting till it gets here befoer I order the sand/rock.
Was planing on a 4-8 week Cycle period, so that will/should get me familliar with mixing water, using the test kit etc. right?
During that time, I will be thinking of/looking for sump materials. Maybe I make one out of Lexan? I havnt even measured teh bottom but the stand has a devider in the middle so in order to have a sump of any considerable size, I will have to split it in 2. Half on each side of the stand.
Anyone here have a corner unit with sum under that can give me idea's?