What size tank would you choose...

FullBoreReefer · 05/24/2018, 02:40 PM

We just sold our current home and purchased a newer home. There are only a few spots to put a tank that I would like. My current tank is 36x24x25.

I’m looking to get either two of the tanks listed below as it would fit to the side of our fireplace in a little nook and I wouldn’t lose any real floor space...

48x24x25

OR

48x36x25

Any opinions? Pros/cons?

Or I could still fit a basic size tank on a basic wall, for example 72x24x25

Thanks in advance!

mcgyvr · 05/24/2018, 03:51 PM

Deep (front to back) tanks are what I really like now...I will never do another less than 24 deep...so either of those 2 would be good for me

Whiskylen · 05/24/2018, 04:23 PM

24" min the 36" would be nice but I wouldn't want it unless it was a peninsula where you can reach the center from both sides. I don't like getting my armpits eel

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FullBoreReefer · 05/24/2018, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Whiskylen

24" min the 36" would be nice but I wouldn't want it unless it was a peninsula where you can reach the center from both sides. I don't like getting my armpits eel

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Very true.

I would only be able to reach in via the front panel and left panel. The new tank will be in a “corner” so to speak. Front panel will face the living room, left panel will face the kitchen. Back panel and right panel will be against walls.

I’ll try to get a diagram loaded.

FullBoreReefer · 05/24/2018, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mcgyvr

Deep (front to back) tanks are what I really like now...I will never do another less than 24 deep...so either of those 2 would be good for me

I like my current 24” wide tank, but man 36” would really open it up.

FullBoreReefer · 05/24/2018, 06:46 PM

https://imgur.com/a/ZC4ywaO

Here is my crude drawing of the room layout. I was thinking to have the 36” tank jet out past the wall by 12”, almost to give the tank a three sided view.

biecacka · 05/24/2018, 06:54 PM

36 all the way. You will never regret it!

Corey

gcarroll · 05/24/2018, 06:56 PM

With that layout 36" at minimum. Might want to even consider 42" or even a 48" cube.

FullBoreReefer · 05/25/2018, 10:19 AM

After a long talk with my fiancé I think we have decided to scrap the idea of putting it beside the fireplace. Only because she agreed that I could go slightly larger, sweet! But in return she gets new furniture haha! Deal!

60”x36”x25” = 240’ish

Here is yet again another crude drawing of what my plans are...

https://imgur.com/a/E8ECXJo

DougSupreme · 05/25/2018, 10:23 AM

I'm setting up a similar tank that I am building out of plywood and we'll be in a corner. 48 x 36 x 26

My main concern is with the canopy. I'm not sure how I want to construct it to make it accessible

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FullBoreReefer · 05/25/2018, 10:35 AM

Now, should I go with the basic internal overflow(3 holes), or go with an external(3 holes)?? For example a ghost/stealth/shadow/etc???

DougSupreme · 05/25/2018, 10:36 AM

I'm using an external Coast to Coast overflow, with a bean animal drain system

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FullBoreReefer · 05/25/2018, 11:13 AM

I think I’ll probably order a “standard” tank and drill it myself with a synergy from BRS.

Any opinions on that setup?

moondoggy4 · 05/26/2018, 11:25 AM

If you go stock go with SC Aquariums and get the 5 x 2 x2 tank much better than the standard 120, go with the ghost overflow.

Semi custom 60 x30 x24

If you want tangs 84 x 30 x24.

My dream tank without my tangs would be 36 x30 x 24 with a single 250 radium with led supplement.

FullBoreReefer · 05/26/2018, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moondoggy4

If you go stock go with SC Aquariums and get the 5 x 2 x2 tank much better than the standard 120, go with the ghost overflow.

Semi custom 60 x30 x24

If you want tangs 84 x 30 x24.

My dream tank without my tangs would be 36 x30 x 24 with a single 250 radium with led supplement.

I think we have decided on a rimless 60x36x24 and I’ll drill it

FullBoreReefer · 05/26/2018, 08:29 PM

You don’t think a 60”x36”x24” wouldn’t support any types of tangs? I understand length isn’t huge on this tank but there will be a good amount of open space being it’s 36”wide IMO.

sfsuphysics · 05/26/2018, 11:09 PM

60x36 will absolutely support tangs. I mean I wouldn't go full tang fiesta with 20 or anything. But have a few and you're good to go, more so if they're the lesser aggressive ones (stay away from Sohols and Achilles)

FullBoreReefer · 05/27/2018, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by sfsuphysics

60x36 will absolutely support tangs. I mean I wouldn't go full tang fiesta with 20 or anything. But have a few and you're good to go, more so if they're the lesser aggressive ones (stay away from Sohols and Achilles)

Absolutely, one or two is all we want

sfsuphysics · 05/27/2018, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by FullBoreReefer

Absolutely, one or two is all we want

That would be fine then. Usually I want 2 tangs in most tang, one "scrapper" (Bristletooth) which tends to be a more docile tang (although this isn't always the case) and one picker (Zebrasoma) which can be a bit more aggressive. But get them somewhat small, make sure they don't have similar color patterns and you should be fine.

biecacka · 05/28/2018, 04:10 PM

I have 4 tangs in my 48/48/24 cube. Yellow, purple, sailfin, and hippo, had them all since they where small and no issues a few years later. Good open rockwork allows them to swim feeely.

Corey

mfinn · 05/28/2018, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FullBoreReefer

Now, should I go with the basic internal overflow(3 holes), or go with an external(3 holes)?? For example a ghost/stealth/shadow/etc???

external

moondoggy4 · 05/29/2018, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FullBoreReefer

I think we have decided on a rimless 60x36x24 and I’ll drill it

Yes it will,be ok for tangs. Check in with gcarrol he has the same tank dimensions as you.

FullBoreReefer · 05/29/2018, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by mfinn

external

Yep, I’m gonna order a synergy shadow.

Unless there are others I’m not aware of and should be considered; anyone?

SumptyDumpty · 05/30/2018, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by FullBoreReefer

Yep, I’m gonna order a synergy shadow.

Unless there are others I’m not aware of and should be considered; anyone?

This could be hype, but this looked like a great idea that nobody has been talking about.

Exotic Marine Systems.
www.exoticmarinesystems.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hs2ptAG6XCQ

FullBoreReefer · 05/30/2018, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SumptyDumpty

This could be hype, but this looked like a great idea that nobody has been talking about.

Exotic Marine Systems.
www.exoticmarinesystems.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hs2ptAG6XCQ

I definitely like the 35” size, talk about great surface skimming!

05/24/2018, 02:40 PM	#1
FullBoreReefer Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Wooster, OH Posts: 1,862	What size tank would you choose... We just sold our current home and purchased a newer home. There are only a few spots to put a tank that I would like. My current tank is 36x24x25. I’m looking to get either two of the tanks listed below as it would fit to the side of our fireplace in a little nook and I wouldn’t lose any real floor space... 48x24x25 OR 48x36x25 Any opinions? Pros/cons? Or I could still fit a basic size tank on a basic wall, for example 72x24x25 Thanks in advance! __________________ 60x36x24 mixed reef. 40b sump. Regal 250int Varios. 4xHydra26HDs+t5s. 4xMp40wes. Apex2016.

05/24/2018, 03:51 PM	#2
mcgyvr Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 20,050	Deep (front to back) tanks are what I really like now...I will never do another less than 24 deep...so either of those 2 would be good for me __________________ Who me?

05/24/2018, 06:46 PM	#6
FullBoreReefer Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Wooster, OH Posts: 1,862	https://imgur.com/a/ZC4ywaO Here is my crude drawing of the room layout. I was thinking to have the 36” tank jet out past the wall by 12”, almost to give the tank a three sided view. __________________ 60x36x24 mixed reef. 40b sump. Regal 250int Varios. 4xHydra26HDs+t5s. 4xMp40wes. Apex2016.

05/24/2018, 06:56 PM	#8
gcarroll Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 9,666	With that layout 36" at minimum. Might want to even consider 42" or even a 48" cube. __________________ Greg Carroll I will be at REEF-A-PALOOZA! SPS = Stability Promotes Success Be wary of advice coming from those who will not show you the fruits of their success! Current Tank Info: building: 250g AGE Euro tank, Abyzz A200, Vertex Supra-G filtration, Ecotech Radion Pro LEDs, ...

05/25/2018, 10:19 AM	#9
FullBoreReefer Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Wooster, OH Posts: 1,862	After a long talk with my fiancé I think we have decided to scrap the idea of putting it beside the fireplace. Only because she agreed that I could go slightly larger, sweet! But in return she gets new furniture haha! Deal! 60”x36”x25” = 240’ish Here is yet again another crude drawing of what my plans are... https://imgur.com/a/E8ECXJo __________________ 60x36x24 mixed reef. 40b sump. Regal 250int Varios. 4xHydra26HDs+t5s. 4xMp40wes. Apex2016.

05/24/2018, 04:23 PM	#3
Whiskylen Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Posts: 56	24" min the 36" would be nice but I wouldn't want it unless it was a peninsula where you can reach the center from both sides. I don't like getting my armpits eel Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

05/24/2018, 06:54 PM	#7
biecacka Registered Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 6,361	36 all the way. You will never regret it! Corey

05/25/2018, 10:23 AM	#10
DougSupreme Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,226	I'm setting up a similar tank that I am building out of plywood and we'll be in a corner. 48 x 36 x 26 My main concern is with the canopy. I'm not sure how I want to construct it to make it accessible Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk __________________ Intelligence is knowing that a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is knowing not to put it in a fruit salad Current Tank Info: 75g mixed reef

05/25/2018, 10:35 AM	#11
FullBoreReefer Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Wooster, OH Posts: 1,862	Now, should I go with the basic internal overflow(3 holes), or go with an external(3 holes)?? For example a ghost/stealth/shadow/etc??? __________________ 60x36x24 mixed reef. 40b sump. Regal 250int Varios. 4xHydra26HDs+t5s. 4xMp40wes. Apex2016. Last edited by FullBoreReefer; 05/25/2018 at 10:51 AM.

05/25/2018, 10:36 AM	#12
DougSupreme Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,226	I'm using an external Coast to Coast overflow, with a bean animal drain system Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk __________________ Intelligence is knowing that a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is knowing not to put it in a fruit salad Current Tank Info: 75g mixed reef

05/25/2018, 11:13 AM	#13
FullBoreReefer Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Wooster, OH Posts: 1,862	I think I’ll probably order a “standard” tank and drill it myself with a synergy from BRS. Any opinions on that setup? __________________ 60x36x24 mixed reef. 40b sump. Regal 250int Varios. 4xHydra26HDs+t5s. 4xMp40wes. Apex2016.

05/26/2018, 11:25 AM	#14
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	If you go stock go with SC Aquariums and get the 5 x 2 x2 tank much better than the standard 120, go with the ghost overflow. Semi custom 60 x30 x24 If you want tangs 84 x 30 x24. My dream tank without my tangs would be 36 x30 x 24 with a single 250 radium with led supplement.

05/26/2018, 08:29 PM	#16
FullBoreReefer Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Wooster, OH Posts: 1,862	You don’t think a 60”x36”x24” wouldn’t support any types of tangs? I understand length isn’t huge on this tank but there will be a good amount of open space being it’s 36”wide IMO. __________________ 60x36x24 mixed reef. 40b sump. Regal 250int Varios. 4xHydra26HDs+t5s. 4xMp40wes. Apex2016.

05/26/2018, 11:09 PM	#17
sfsuphysics Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: San Francisco Posts: 9,103	60x36 will absolutely support tangs. I mean I wouldn't go full tang fiesta with 20 or anything. But have a few and you're good to go, more so if they're the lesser aggressive ones (stay away from Sohols and Achilles) __________________ Mike

05/28/2018, 04:10 PM	#20
biecacka Registered Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 6,361	I have 4 tangs in my 48/48/24 cube. Yellow, purple, sailfin, and hippo, had them all since they where small and no issues a few years later. Good open rockwork allows them to swim feeely. Corey