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Kingspade18
07/29/2012, 04:49 PM
What size sump should i use with a AGA 120RR. I will be using a glass aquarium and building it myself and was wondering what size would be best and easiest to access under my stand.

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husslr187
07/29/2012, 05:23 PM
i have heard at least a dozen times to get your protein skimmer first and then build a sump to fit that. less chance of wasting time and money building one only to find out the skimmer you want wont fit.

i would vote for something in the 50-75 gal range as long as the skimmer fits

TheFishTeen
07/29/2012, 05:26 PM
Bigger is better.

A 40G Breeder is your best bet.

Your tank's dimensions are 48"x24"x24", I'm guessing?

Kingspade18
07/29/2012, 05:27 PM
Bigger is better.

A 40G Breeder is your best bet.

Your tank's dimensions are 48"x24"x24", I'm guessing?

Yes

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Kingspade18
07/29/2012, 05:28 PM
i have heard at least a dozen times to get your protein skimmer first and then build a sump to fit that. less chance of wasting time and money building one only to find out the skimmer you want wont fit.

i would vote for something in the 50-75 gal range as long as the skimmer fits

I am using an asm g3

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husslr187
07/29/2012, 07:58 PM
I am using an asm g3

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footprint of 11"x12" height 24" will fit fine in a 40breeder which IIRC 36x18x13

MX175
07/29/2012, 08:02 PM
more water in the sump = more stability. Get as big of a sump as you can fit in the space you have. :-)