I'm planning a 29 gal. SW setup on a small budget. I want to use the Tetra Tec 300 power filter w/ the external heater. I figure I can kill 3 birds with one stone by having a triple filter, heater and it has a strong output so I wouldn't need a powerhead. Next is a Dual Satellite 2x65w Sunpaq light fixture w/ lunar light and cooling fan. A glass canopy. Visi Jet Protein Skimmer. With a saltwater test kit and 50lb bag of Instant Ocean, it comes out to around $260. I found a place online to get 25lbs of live rock for $75, to which I plan to add about 20lbs of dead rock. By the way, I plan on this being a FOWLR tank. My question is, do I really need a power filter or should I just go with a skimmer and powerhead. Or should I use the filter, skimmer and powerhead. And with this setup, what would be a good choice to populate the tank with ?
Newbie requesting help planning my first SW
- Thread starter djmb913
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filter isn't necessary. Powerhead(s), good skimmer and plenty of rock can take care of the filtration.
There's www.liveaquaria.com ...you can check the beginners marine page, plus you'll find info about how much gallon each fish needs..also there's a nano page.
There's www.liveaquaria.com ...you can check the beginners marine page, plus you'll find info about how much gallon each fish needs..also there's a nano page.
