Dell July 5, 2005 Share July 5, 2005 Hey, Does anyone have any ideas on a sump for a 30 oceanic cube? The stand deminsions inside are 17L x 18W x 24H a standard 10g wont fit unless I cut the back and I dont want to do that. Yes I could use a rubber maid tub of some sort, but I was hoping someone might have an idea for something cheap and clear. A 5g is hardly worth it, but maybe a hex tank or something else. Arent hex tanks kinda pricey?? Any ideas!! Thanks, Dell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex wlazlak July 5, 2005 Share July 5, 2005 the hex is a good idea, but they are like you said a little pricey.if you really want to spend the money, the hex would probly be the best thing...or i think so.i got a 55 with no sump:(. what do you use a sump for?i know of skimming, but is that all, you just put the skimmer in a extra tank then get up plumbing..? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xeon July 5, 2005 Share July 5, 2005 This might not fit in the "cheap" category, but I think building a sump out of acrylic is the best solution. You can build exactly what you want/need to fit in the space available. Alex, A sump is beneficial and multi-faceted item. Here is an excellent write-up on them. http://www.melevsreef.com/what_sump.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex wlazlak July 5, 2005 Share July 5, 2005 thats a pretty good site. but with my stand im S.O.L.!!any suggestions? awhile ago i wanted to move it to the opposite side if my room, and get a new stand and stuff.but that would totally screw up the whole tank cycle and what not.so next year i am definitly getting a bigger tank and a "real" stand..but got any suggestions for it now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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