Now I need help with the filters. It’s a 35 gal salt water tank that was a fresh water tank not filled yet. I was told I could use a Bio wheel, but after looking into it they seem to have alot of faults, as the wheel stops turning from time to time, and if you loose power and the wheel dries out you’re screwed. I have a Aqua Pure 200 that is rated very good for all 3 types of filtering that I used on my fresh water tank that worked very well. I know the filter system in a salt water tank is somewhat different then fresh, but I was told again that the AP200 along with a powerhead would be fine for that size tank, was I informed right? To set up my tank I plan on using the sand sold in the store, and live rock, then let it cycle for a few weeks. Is that enough to get the Bio going? Or do I need to do anything else? I was also told I do not need air stones in a salt tank as I did in fresh water tank as long as I have a powerhead?New to site, not sure how to respond to your answers, Help
I am now under the impression that with time and effort you can do anything; I am not sure if you just got the tank or the tank with all the supplies; sand, salt, filter, heater, light , piece of live rock about 6.99 a piece or 6.99 a pound depending on type of rock; hydrometer to test the salt level; test kit to test for nitrates etc ; de-chlorinating chemical; water evaporates , salt does not so when you make water changes you don't add new salt; small crab/snail to clean up the sand; protein skimmer; I just bought 2 clown fish(Nemo) for 12.99 each and damsels 3 for 9.99 ; it will be a cost to set up ; if you want it bad enough , give it a try; limit the number of fish to 2 ; I have a 29 gallon tank and have 4 fish , 1 crab and a starfish ; hope this helps ; I love mine !!
it is fine to heat it just let in cool to the touch before putting it back on and dont rapidly cool it as it will change the molecules of the iron and make it brittle let it air cool also if you can use an impact. heat then hammer with the impact
yes why not but not for very long actually you can cut it with the torch
The aquapure should be good for a start - I had a double-chambered hang-on-tank and two powerheads (1 high, 1 low) when I started my first saltwater (a 29 gallon with live rock). Just make sure you have adequate water movement (5 - 10 times the tank volume per hour with the combined gph ratings of your powerhead and filter - a little more won't hurt). A second powerhead could be used to create a cross-current. At some point, you should look into getting a protein skimmer for your tank as well. I'd let the tank cycle for 3-4 weeks and check ammonia, nitrites (both should be 0), and nitrates before you add fish. The actual amount of time will depend on the amount and condition of your live rock, so if you use a test kit to check water chemistry, you'll know when the time is right. Try adding some peaceful (but hardy and cheap) fish first - most people start with damsels, which are cheap and hardy, but most are very aggressive once they've had the tank to themselves! Welcome to the site (and to saltwater fishkeeping!). If you have any more questions, feel free to ask!
