Hello! "NEWB" with some Q's

[magikof7]

Hi all!

I have not been on this site for several years. I didn't get to actually take the plunge into SW but am determined now to get my feet wet. (at one point I had 7 FW running from 20-90 gal)

I am going to take a look at a "30 gal Biocube" at a garage sale tomorrow. They want 200 (open to offers) for the tank and stand.
I have been bouncing back and forth between choosing a size. We are potentially Moving in oct-nov. Im just not willing to wait any longer. Hubby and I have been Moving every year for the last 3 and havent done it. lol
So...I want to get something that isn't going to be a nightmare to move if we do decide we are going. ( I was thinking a 40 gal breeder or 75 gal with a large sump/fuge but the thought of moving that just makes me cringe)

I know the basics to look for and what to ask but if anyone has suggestions or opinions I would love to hear them.
I have done so much research I am now at the point where I am running in circles and beginning to second guess everything so now is the time to just leap.

Looking forward to Hearing from all of you and being a part of the forum again.

[Proteus]

Welcome to Canreef.
I am still new and always learning. But there are great people here with lots of knowledge

[lockrookie]

from your join date and 7 posts thats borderline reef stalker lol. welcome to the plunge. this is the way i look at your situation.. you have waited this long do you really want to barely get a tank running and matured to stir things up to move it or wait a little longer save up more cash and set up what you really want in the perfect placement of your new home. this hobby is pricey and sometimes hard to re-sell now 200 bucks isnt bad. but what if yu spent that 200 on equiptment for the size tank you really want or live rock to cook and be ready when your in the new house.

just being devils advocate here i hate seeing ppl rush (not that 8 years of stalking is rushing) just like to see ppl happy the first time

[Proteus]

I agree. But I wish that I would have started small with something simple to learn from. My tanks were large and my learning curves were pricy.

I think go ahead get a 30g and see if it's your thing. Not that I doubt your ability just if you decide meh on the hobby. You won't have as much money out of pocket. Or if you do end up moving its a little more simple. But then again I've got a half dozen millers in me

[magikof7]

lol lockrookie, If I had been reading the forums for the last 8 yrs then I would have to admit to being a stalker. I've only been back reading for a couple of months.
I appreciate your Opinion. Thank you.
I have thought a lot about waiting. It is actually what has kept me out of the Hobby for the last 8 years. Between the kids and always "THIS year we are Moving for sure" Because Im usually a Go Big or go Home type of person.
It is why I had decided since the opportunity had come up for a biocube. I would just go for it. I couldn't decide if I should go with the 57 gal, 40 breeder, 75 or 90. (although the 90 is a bit taller than I'd Like. I am Short and it was always an issue when I had a 90 FW)

Once in a bigger place (if that ever happens lol) then I will be looking at a custom starphire tank and sump. but that is something that will be in the future not anytime soon. I would also keep the biocube running anyway. (Might make a nice species tank in the future)
If this biocube is worth buying then I plan to stock minimally until I know weather we really are moving or not.

Titus99 - That was my way of thinking, and I don't drink ;-p. I'm happy to do Mods too so it would keep me busy for sometime.

[lockrookie]

then i hope it is in decent condition for you once you go salt there is no turning back...

[reefgirl189]

Welcome to canreef! I think you'll be very happy with a 30 gal for size. Also have a look in the classified section here as sometimes people sell complete set ups at very reasonable prices. Good luck!

[magikof7]

Thank you lockrookie.

Thank you reefgirl! I should have snatched up the 29 biocube that was for sale here in the classifieds if the one I look at tomorrow is no good I will just wait and keep looking. I could buy a brand new one with a bunch of extras the store added including 10 % off liverock but I wasn't sure about the price.

anyone have an opinion about this set up? for 489.99 its an aquaeuro biocube


28 Gallon tank
System and filter
Protein skimmer
20lb live sand
koralia power head
Salt 50 gallon mix
Hydrometer
100W Stealth heater
Stick on thermometer
Test kits
Step 1, 2, 3, tank buster and reef fx water conditioners
LED moon lights
2x36 Watt lighting
Plus 10% off coupon for live rock

[msjboy]

Also look at red sea max 130... I think they look nicer than a biocube. If you are lucky, ones can be had for $200 or less..complete with stand and maybe other knick knacks.

Check out reefsantuary.com which has a dedicated forum on red sea maxes.


Msjboy

[magikof7]

Thank you I will do that.

I really like the 38 gal Nuvo But I have only seen it for sale in 1 store here.
Too many choices! lol