Do I really need anything else?

BlackburnD · 02-10-2007, 12:12 PM

Hello. I am new to this forum but am looking for some info. I have setup my first salt water tank. I have had several fresh water, and have always wanted a salt water so I went for it. Here is my current set up. 65G tank, a Pro Clear Aquatic System, 50lbs of Live Rock, forget how many pounds of live sand (it's whatever the recommended amount is), and of course testing supplies and a salinity gauge. Is there anything else I need for my setup? I am talking about filtration and what not. I was told that the Pro Clear Aquatic System will handle all the filtration I need but thought I would dig a little deeper.
Thanks in advance.

Chitown1 · 02-10-2007, 12:16 PM

I would recommend STRONGLY you get a protein skimmer. If you dont have a fuge or sump I would go with a Ramora C or Ramora pro hang on, my second choice would be a CPR BakPak. If you do have a fuge I would go with ASM.
Also what do you plan on keeping? That will make a difference on the type of lighting you will need.

BlackburnD · 02-10-2007, 12:29 PM

Ok well I plan on keeping fish only. I have not decided what fish yet. I have a list but I think I need to narrow down and rethink some of them (I will be posting another thread on this soon I'm sure.) But this is the filter system I have http://www.aquatichouse.com/FILTRATI...dvanwetdry.asp do i still need a protein skimmer for this? I thought that is what the prefilter acted as. Thanks Again.