40 Long

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So I'm looking to set up a 40 gallon long mixed reef.

Nova Extreme T-5 Fixtures w/Lunar Lights 48" - 216 watts
Eshopps Overflow Boxes PF-800
Quiet One Pumps Model 4000
20 Long Sump

Not sure on what kind of skimmer, or if I wanted to do a refugium.

I was planning on going bare bottom and having around 50 pounds of live rock.

Also i've never used a SCWD, should I?

How does this sound so far? Any suggestions?

Thanks,
Joe

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Good so far but suggestions:
Use skimmer i recommend a Aqua C pro or DIY skimmer
Do a refugium in the sump
Use an SCWD it makes great flow
Bare bottom is ok but doesn't look natural IMO so i would personally use sand.
A lot of time, money, and good luck. . .sweet sweet good luck

[cs reef]

I had a 40 long mini-reef. Now have a 50 long. I have a CPR skimmer and it has been great in the case of both tanks.