new 90g

[Doug]

Originally Posted by mikeT

I just picked up a 90G tank from Bigals over boxing day. Im currently upgrading from my 55G planted freshwater. I would like to change to reef setup.

So I need some advice....

can I use any of my existing equipment like the AQ500 filter, Emporer biowheel filter, florescent lighting(4 powerglow t8 tubes 10000k), heater, power head.

I want to make a sumpless setup .... any suggestions on equipment and or lighting ..... i want to stay on a reasonable budget and keep it as simple as possible.

sorry for the newbie questions. Ive searched the site and read what i can but get more confused the more i read. so im looking for the readers digest version.

thanks
mike

Hi Mike,

Welcome to Canreef

My 90g is sumpless. I run powerfilters and use a Tunze in tank skimmer. Here is my review of it.
http://216.187.96.54/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=30063

Its a good skimmer but certainly not as good as many of the larger sump models the guys use but works good for my situation. It is in the way of my T-5 lights and would be better in a duel halide design. Your current 4 bulb fixture may be fine for growing a few easier corals. Perhaps mushrooms and a few others, higher up in the tank.

Lost of good threads and info in our reference library if that helps.