i'll probably do it last then. id rather use my money on things i really do need, like more LR, and lighting. im going reef, so i think the skimmer would help out.
any reccomendations on what to get for a tank this size?
Skimmers are pretty important things.
Check out Tampa Bay Saltwater's web-site. They list the types of critters you need in a tank to make it nearly maintenance free. These guys have been in business for a LONG time and they aquaculture live rock in Florida. They are gonna get my business when I finish with the 30 gallon breeder tank that I am turning into a mini-reef.