How to set up a saltwater aquarium - Episode 1: Reef tanks made fun and easy

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com Today we are going to start a series of videos on starting a saltwater aquarium. The focus of the first episode will be on how to set up a reef tank the fun and easy way by starting with a small marine tank with fish only. Once you get into the swing of things we will quickly begin adding more equipment like a protein skimmer, refugium , carbon and gfo reactor, auto top off system , sump, Herby ultra silent overflow, switching from a submersible pump to external, additional live stock like LPS and SPS corals, calcium and alkalinity supplementation scheme like 2 part, kalkwasser or a calcium reactor, an aquarium controller, ecotech vortech pumps led lighting upgrade and maybe a complete tank upgrade to something bigger ; ) *Legal Stuff* The purpose and content of this video is to provide general information regarding the products and their applications as presented in the video. Aquatic sales solutions, inc. And its officers, directors, employees and agents disclaim all express or implied warranties, in any way, related to the products and their application as presented in this video, make no representation or warranty regarding the products and the application as presented in this video and shall not be liable for any direct or indirect losses or damages of any type, including but not limited to punitive damages, or from personal injury or death resulting from or in any manner related to the video, and the products in and contents of the video. The viewer expressly agrees that aquatic sales solutions, inc. And its officers, directors, employees and agents shall not be liable for any damages or losses related to the products in and content of the video and hereby agrees to hold the foregoing harmless from any such losses or damages.

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http://www.bulkreefsupply.com Today we are going to start a series of videos on starting a saltwater aquarium. The focus of the first episode will be on how to set up a reef tank the fun and easy way by starting with a small marine tank with fish only. Once you get into the swing of things we will quickly begin adding more equipment like a protein skimmer, refugium , carbon and gfo reactor, auto top off system , sump, Herby ultra silent overflow, switching from a submersible pump to external, additional live stock like LPS and SPS corals, calcium and alkalinity supplementation scheme like 2 part, kalkwasser or a calcium reactor, an aquarium controller, ecotech vortech pumps led lighting upgrade and maybe a complete tank upgrade to something bigger ; ) *Legal Stuff* The purpose and content of this video is to provide general information regarding the products and their applications as presented in the video. Aquatic sales solutions, inc. And its officers, directors, employees and agents disclaim all express or implied warranties, in any way, related to the products and their application as presented in this video, make no representation or warranty regarding the products and the application as presented in this video and shall not be liable for any direct or indirect losses or damages of any type, including but not limited to punitive damages, or from personal injury or death resulting from or in any manner related to the video, and the products in and contents of the video. The viewer expressly agrees that aquatic sales solutions, inc. And its officers, directors, employees and agents shall not be liable for any damages or losses related to the products in and content of the video and hereby agrees to hold the foregoing harmless from any such losses or damages.

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for How to set up a saltwater aquarium - Episode 1: Reef tanks made fun and easy

Sooraj Nara
Sooraj Nara - 6 years ago
Hi I am from state of Kerala,in India.I watch your channels and I loved it .Pls provide some goods and services about reefing I have a local petstore that supply's fish (marine) they do not have experience with corals and fishes .They are guiding me through incorrect methods like charging a lot of money
Sooraj Nara
Sooraj Nara - 6 years ago
Thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 6 years ago
Hopefully one day in the future we can ship internationally! Thanks for being a fan of BRS! :-)
Barez_b
Barez_b - 6 years ago
Great channel, but I hate that everything is so very scripted. After 5 mins I am just stairing without even hearing when u are saying. Make it more fun to watch..
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 6 years ago
Hopefully since this video was published, we've gotten a bit more fun! ;-)
RM Aquatics
RM Aquatics - 7 years ago
Wow Ryan has come sooooo far
Daniel Ruiz
Daniel Ruiz - 7 years ago
Ok... after watching most of your new videos. Looking at this one from 2011.... OMG!!!! it's like watching Wayne's World in the beginning . :) 150% in improvement guys to were you guys are now..
JGO
JGO - 7 years ago
I've kept fresh water tanks for 15 years but I've never kept salt water I've always wanted a salt water tank but I don't know much. I don't know how much salt to add to a tank or even how to read a hydrometer. I'm basicly an idiot when it comes to salt water can you make a video on reading and using a hydrometer include how much salinaty to add to a salt water tank please I'm really green. thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
This might help some! :-) https://youtu.be/pvCkFTZLlGw
Michael Appiah-Kubi
Michael Appiah-Kubi - 7 years ago
simple....simple.... does it have a new meaning?
Kareem  Borrego
Kareem Borrego - 7 years ago
Quick question while the tank is in the cycle stage do i still have to do waterchanges everyweek and filter maintenance during the tank cycle ? Or do i wait till after
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
I usually just wait until the end, but keep the tank topped off with freshwater. :-)
Man on Earth
Man on Earth - 7 years ago
sure very simple :(
LT Parkey
LT Parkey - 7 years ago
there are many fish and inverts that clean sand- bristleworms, diamondback gobies etc.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Absolutely! :-)

10. comment for How to set up a saltwater aquarium - Episode 1: Reef tanks made fun and easy

Easy Peezy
Easy Peezy - 7 years ago
BRS, can i cycle my tank using coral life salt and then switch to Red Sea Pro or would you recommend using Red Sea from the beginning
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hey there! Shouldn't be an issue changing salts down the road. We even did a video of a topic much like this here: https://youtu.be/t7XGA24O5wI
jessecalderwood
jessecalderwood - 7 years ago
what was the light you used?
Veronica Naylor
Veronica Naylor - 7 years ago
I'm looking to start a saltwater aquarium. I wanted to know if you have any videos that shows how to set  up the RO system. I want an RO system but do not know exactly how to set it up. thanks!
reaper22387
reaper22387 - 7 years ago
so when I do water changes, do I replace the 20% water with the saltwater or still the freshwater? or is the freshwater just for top offs?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
During a water change you will want to use saltwater because you are removing a portion of the salt and the water from the tank. During evaporation on the other hand, water turns to water vapor and evaporates, leaving salt behind so you will need to replace the lost water with fresh water. :)
Erfan
Erfan - 7 years ago
How much can i expected something like this to cost? Under $500? (before cost of fish)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
You could definitely set something up for around that price. This is the tank I like to recommend for those starting out:

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/nuvo-fusion-20-gallon-starter-tank-kit.html
Edward Holdar
Edward Holdar - 8 years ago
Creepy
Sciddly Boogly
Sciddly Boogly - 8 years ago
do you need to replace the bulbs in the lights, or are the dependant on electricity.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
It depends, if you go with a T5 or Halide fixture yes, however LEDs can last for a very long time (11 years by some estimates)
Brandon Tuey
Brandon Tuey - 8 years ago
*Start of video: "This doesn't seem all that hard! I could set one up in my 1 bdrm apt.!"

*3:40 in: Godfuckingdamnit...
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Lol, absolutely doesn't need to be that complex. You can make your setup fit your lifestyle. I have run many tanks in apartments and had the be successful, so you can absolutely do it! Check out this video - it likely will be more useful in your case:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mybx3gtrlwM
Nicole Dcruz
Nicole Dcruz - 8 years ago
I got a 6ft 2 by 2 what the best way to set it up like coral
SomeDumbGamer
SomeDumbGamer - 8 years ago
can i put coral on normal rock? not live rock just like normal rocks that you get for decoration? will the coral die? ide like to know

20. comment for How to set up a saltwater aquarium - Episode 1: Reef tanks made fun and easy

Phoenix Marzrover
Phoenix Marzrover - 8 years ago
Crap man r u stoned in this video?
David Barbosa
David Barbosa - 8 years ago
Any cheaper alternatives to an RO system? That doesn't sound simple at all. Not everyone can have something like that in their house. In my case, for a 14 gallon aquarium.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
The next best thing would be to buy a couple of 5 gallon jugs and haul water from your local fish store back to your house.
Jesse Maksymetz
Jesse Maksymetz - 8 years ago
In wondering can you use tap water instead of RO water?
starkiller 86
starkiller 86 - 8 years ago
Jesse Maksymetz you will end up with a shit load of algae and other problems
Sam Ford
Sam Ford - 8 years ago
Suppose a person lives in an apartment and can't have all that ROW stuff,wouldn't it get expensive buying water and being a PITA hauling it weekly from fish store?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
My first tank was in my college apartment, and yeah it was a pain. Luckily we had a sink and I installed an RODI system that I could pull out of the cupboard when I needed to make water.
paul harada
paul harada - 8 years ago
Loaded comment and still can't load video
paul harada
paul harada - 8 years ago
Youtube you suck. Took forever to back track and download videos? Wtf
MyLifeAs Claud
MyLifeAs Claud - 8 years ago
how often should you do a water change on a aquarium that size
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
A good rule of thumb is 30% changed per month. Whether that is weekly changes of 10%, biweekly changes of 15%, or even a monthly change of 30%.
calinahodges
calinahodges - 8 years ago
I want to set up a saltwater aquarium but I am so confused on a few things. I really can't invest in a sump and protein skimmer. Can I use a normal filter for a smaller saltwater like a 40?
calinahodges
calinahodges - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Oh Thank you so much for reply.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Yup! In fact you might not even need a filter, since your live rock will do a lot of the filtering for you. Feel free to give us a call if you want to talk tank: 763.432.9691
goodall1bay
goodall1bay - 8 years ago
For years I was using surface fans that I made myself from Computer fans bolted to plastic frame. I purchased the fans on eBay and connected them to a 12 v adaptor, worked great,, if they break after years they are cheap. Surprisingly cheap fans are incredibly water resistant.
Singhka8
Singhka8 - 8 years ago
As a beginner who started off watching videos like these...was unfortunately convinced out of excitement that i am ready for a saltwater tank considering i have years of freshwater experience. THINK AGAIN. If you want to own a reef tank or are switching over to a reef tank...Think again...BE READY TO WORK YOUR ASS OFF AND SPEND A SHIT TON OF MONEY...no matter who tells you what...reef tanks are a JOB.... Don't learn the hard way like i did....Anyway I will close with that....Message me if you have any questions. But if you are bored and want to be busy for no reason and have cash to spare...go into reefing.

30. comment for How to set up a saltwater aquarium - Episode 1: Reef tanks made fun and easy

Ginger Travel
Ginger Travel - 8 years ago
Can you post your porducts to the uk?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Currently we only ship to the US and Canada, but may begin shipping internationally in the future.
Dylan Gibson
Dylan Gibson - 8 years ago
Last night, I had just been hooked up with an Innovative Marine: Fusion 50, tank, stand, ghost skimmers and an auto top off. This will be my first saltwater tank. I've done freshwater planted tanks before, but im planning on making this a reef tank. Sooo stoked.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Very cool! Let us know if you run into any questions!
Phoebe Baisch
Phoebe Baisch - 8 years ago
3:40.
Oh yeah, real simple.
sanchomex85
sanchomex85 - 7 years ago
my thoughts exactly
Easy Peezy
Easy Peezy - 7 years ago
Phoebe Baisch

i dont have a furnace room myself
Alex Lopez
Alex Lopez - 8 years ago
Ikr so simple!!
Kolmo730
Kolmo730 - 8 years ago
Help please, new to the hobby, can't stop this damn green algae from growing
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Kolmo0730 I would ramp up your water change schedule, and remove as much algae as you can by hand as often as you can.
Kolmo730
Kolmo730 - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom They are fine now that I got my skimmer working properly (took me about a month). And in that time I fell behind on water changes. Which I'm assuming caused the algae growth, but now I can't get rid of it. Now that I have proper filtration will I start to see it dissipate? Or is there anything more I can do
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Kolmo0730 What are your phosphate and nitrate levels at?
cristianjoy manzano
cristianjoy manzano - 8 years ago
Can i put a fish that i have catch from the beach instead buying
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+cristianjoy manzano I would recommend checking with your state's laws regarding collection. Some places allow it, others don't. You'll also want to make sure to do your research on that species to be able to care for it properly. Additionally, you shouldn't release the fish back into the wild at a later date.
YurBoyMoose
YurBoyMoose - 8 years ago
Doesn't give a really good explanation as to what and why
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+_YurBoyMoose _ Is there something specific I can help answer? :)
Brandon Mooney
Brandon Mooney - 8 years ago
I am setting up a 20 gallon hex reef tank I am gonna use life rock and live sand which kind of filter would you use
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Leah Macleod Yup! We generally wait to do our water change until the cycle has been completed however :)
Leah Macleod
Leah Macleod - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom sorry to jump in here but, did u do a complete cycle with jus dry live rock, power heads ands some regular water changes ? This is how I want to start my fish only set up jus with live sand added an progress to a coral reef like u did here.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Brandon Mooney Ok, cool. So honestly live rock provides A LOT of filtration to the point where good quality rock and water changes is usually enough to maintain a healthy tank. You could potentially look into some sort of hang on protein skimmer like a Reef Octopus HOB BH-1000 Classic
Brandon Mooney
Brandon Mooney - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom.
No I wasnt
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Brandon Mooney Are you planning on running a sump?
Ron Jon
Ron Jon - 8 years ago
I love a picture of a aquarium on the back of my tank
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+RonJon Reefer ha!
Cjx0r
Cjx0r - 8 years ago
Rule #1 = 1:18
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Cjx0r haha, agreed!
ArkTiger4c
ArkTiger4c - 8 years ago
I live right by the coast can you use real sea water to start a reef tank ?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+ArkTiger4c Awesome, sounds a bit like paradise. :) I would recommend cycling the tank for sure.
ArkTiger4c
ArkTiger4c - 8 years ago
Awesome thanks for the info  ...the coast line I live in is open ocean.. no sewerage outlets here all people have is a septic tank Im an Australian living far away from the general population and loving it ..always thought about starting a salt water aquarium but with out needing a chem degree and all the bull shit with making my sea water when I have the sea next to me ...got a 165 ltr tank to give it a go ...do i need to cycle the tank before i add fish ? 
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+ArkTiger4c Absolutely, but it's a bit different compared to mixing up synthetic water. Storing natural seawater can be difficult, since the plankton in the water can breakdown and spoil the water. I would recommend collecting the water from a boat a hundred or so yards off the shore to avoid any potential pollution to play it safe and using the water relatively quickly.
ulises olivares
ulises olivares - 8 years ago
thank you for your videos
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+ulises olivares Thanks for watching :)
Mark Adrian Tinio
Mark Adrian Tinio - 8 years ago
RO system is not cheap. Any other techniques to get the perfect saltwater?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Mark Adrian Tinio My next suggestion would be to purchase RODI from your local fish store. Usually they sell it for under a dollar per gallon.
Aviem Ben David
Aviem Ben David - 8 years ago
srsly guys, you don't teach in this video. you are just showing off your knowledge
TheHairos
TheHairos - 8 years ago
Is there a episode 2 and so on to this?
TheHairos
TheHairos - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks mate
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+TheHairos Yup, check out the second vid here:

https://youtu.be/leLjnpuiPGQ?list=PLFDFAB0066A083F12
RandysReef
RandysReef - 8 years ago
Hey guys check out my videos about my new reef that I've started ! Great video btw.:)
Navi Mumbai Bikers
Navi Mumbai Bikers - 9 years ago
hii I m settingup 60l tank n I want to add 2 percula and 1 small regal tang how I manage
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+parish bhagat Honestly, I would recommend at least a 180 gallon tank for a Regal tang. They can get to be pretty large at 12" and are one of the faster growing fish we encounter in the hobby.
Legendary Aaron R
Legendary Aaron R - 9 years ago
thanks for the porn music in the beginning
Shekina Shalom
Shekina Shalom - 7 years ago
lol
Legendary Aaron R
Legendary Aaron R - 9 years ago
lol.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Aaron R :P
Sam Young
Sam Young - 9 years ago
so is sand bad or good for begginers
Sam Young
Sam Young - 9 years ago
so is sand bad or good for begginers
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+sammy samurai Sand requires a little bit more maintenance, but I would say 99% of new aquarists will use sand. I would recommend doing so :)
Sam Young
Sam Young - 9 years ago
so is sand bad or good for begginers
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+sammy samurai Sand requires a little bit more maintenance, but I would say 99% of new aquarists will use sand. I would recommend doing so :)

50. comment for How to set up a saltwater aquarium - Episode 1: Reef tanks made fun and easy

Thesonicboo
Thesonicboo - 9 years ago
I have a old 10 gallon tank and I want to make it a freshwater breeding tank or a saltwater tank which should I do
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Samuel Laverghetta Well, to be fair I'm a little biased towards saltwater aquariums. So I vote a nano soft coral reef tank! :)
Sami Mahmoudi
Sami Mahmoudi - 9 years ago
Very simple indeed. oO
especially the reverse osmosis artificial bacteria heater head pump de-chlorination bare bottom tank.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+sami mahmoudi It doesn't need to be that difficult. There are a few different approaches to take :) I would check out this video here that covers perhaps one of the easiest ways to get into the hobby:

https://youtu.be/mybx3gtrlwM
owcrap4
owcrap4 - 9 years ago
3:40 wtf! make it as simple as possible????
illdee04
illdee04 - 9 years ago
@CBlitzEntertainment huge bins with saltwater and fresh water is not simple to have in a apartment. Maybe in a house it can be simple.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+illdee04 In college when I was in an apartment I used two 5 gallon buckets to mix my water temporarily. It can be done with a little planning :P
illdee04
illdee04 - 9 years ago
@Im a bear lol
illdee04
illdee04 - 9 years ago
@elvir begic yes. Huge bins??? And I was planning on getting saltwater tank but it looks like u need a good space in ur home for that. Wow
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+illdee04 It doesn't have to be this extravagant. Check out this video we did recently with a tank that won't eat up as much room :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mybx3gtrlwM
Wichita Falls Fishkeeper
Wichita Falls Fishkeeper - 9 years ago
I love your videos. I'm turning one of my 40g African Cichlid tanks into a saltwater tank. Do I need to wait until the tank is cycled before my first water change? Thanks for your help.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+aManUnderGrace Very cool, thanks! I would wait until the cycle is complete. After you see zeros on ammonia and nitrite and see some nitrate, then do your change.
Maggie Moonpie
Maggie Moonpie - 9 years ago
My city's water is treated by RO, does this mean I could use my tap water with dechlorinator like I do with my freshwater tanks? If my freshwater fish are thriving, would that mean saltwater would do well in it too? (with added salt of course)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Maggie Moonpie Interesting! It depends on if they add anything back into the water, but a dechlorinator would likely be necessary. I would contact your water company to see what, if anything, they are adding back into the water. :)
Naths Aquatics
Naths Aquatics - 9 years ago
can you well me what bulbs and how many your using in ur lighting fixture?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Naths Aquatics Oh boy, it's been a while but if I remember correctly we used a mix of ATI Blue Plus and Aquablue Special.
geoff saunderson
geoff saunderson - 9 years ago
Anyone else think of bill and Ted or Wayne's world when watching these guys! I actually live very them lol, watch all there bids and cycling my first marine tank at this very moment
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+geoff saunderson Haha! Let us know if you need help setting up that tank.
zakartaz
zakartaz - 9 years ago
R O systems does not work well in Manhattan apt's ;)
Literally Yams
Literally Yams - 9 years ago
"Okay guys were going to keep this as simple as possible"
"Now here is the reverse osmosis salt water machine we built"
Fuck this im getting a turtle.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Im a bear Haha, while turtles are indeed cool, setting up a saltwater tank can be simple too. Luckily the RO systems we build here in the office are as close to "Plug and Play" as they can get. Feel free to call our Customer Service Team with any questions you run into about reef tanks and we'll get you helped out!
jj
jj - 9 years ago
i was wondering what the dimensions on you tank
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+jj This tank here was a standard 40 breeder: 36" x 18" x 16"
Emerald's Cabin
Emerald's Cabin - 9 years ago
How expensive was your RO system(the system in the basement)? I want to set up a 50 gallon salt tank so I want the best for it to start off with.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+EmeraldIIIGaming That system I believe was our 5 stage plus unit.  We don't sell that system any longer, but if you want the best I would recommend this:

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/brs-6-stage-universal-water-saver-plus-ro-di-system-150gpd.html
pyrobocaj08
pyrobocaj08 - 9 years ago
Why can I not find episode 2 anywhere?? Lol
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+pyrobocaj08 No worries!  =P
pyrobocaj08
pyrobocaj08 - 9 years ago
That it was. Thank you. Lol
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+pyrobocaj08 I think it was just hiding from you ;)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=leLjnpuiPGQ
derekressler79
derekressler79 - 9 years ago
Have a 40 gallon breeder tank... eventually want some easy corals.  What powerheads are suggested in this application?  Is there a style of powerheads that are more preferred then others?  Same for HoB filter..suggestions.  Going to BRS website to order ;o)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+derekressler79 Cool!  Luckily since the dry/live rock does the majority of filtration in marine/reef tanks it really mitigates the necessity of a HOB style filter.  You could run some reactors though for carbon and GFO to give you chemical filtration.  Generally for a reef we recommend 20-40 times your display volume for total flow in GPH.  So in your situation I would recommend 800 -1600 GPH total split between your powerheads.  I would probably go with two.  
derekressler79
derekressler79 - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom

I will clarify. I have 40 gallon breeder tank (36" long). I plan to use a mix of 80%dry rock/ 20% live rock. No corals for now. How many power heads (flow rate too plez) and really. .no hob or canister filter needed? I have no sump/refugium at this point. Thank you. I'll head right to order page. .along with my dry rock order !
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+derekressler79 It really depends on what you are looking to do.  There are lower end options, and higher end options that will both give you the water movement you need.  It comes down to what features you are looking for.  Personally, I really like controllable pumps like the VorTech, Tunze, or Gyre. Luckily on a reef tank with live rock a hang on back filter isn't that necessary.  Instead I would consider getting a HOB protein skimmer and maybe a reactor or two.  :)
Joseph Gallagher
Joseph Gallagher - 9 years ago
+ BulkReefSupplyCom thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Joseph Gallagher No problem!
Joseph Gallagher
Joseph Gallagher - 9 years ago
I'm getting a 29 gallon biocube and I was wondering what should the pump's GPH be? Also I was thinking of getting two and putting them on the opposite sides of the tank. Help is appreciated :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Joseph Gallagher Are you looking for a wavemaker/powerhead?  If that's the case we normally recommend around 20-40 times your display volume split between all your powerheads.  So you'd be looking for around 580 to 1160 GPH total.  I would probably recommend two Koralia Nano 425's or even a Tunze 6040 or two.  :)
Diante' P
Diante' P - 9 years ago
I have a 37 gallon fresh water tank that I now want to convert to a slat water FO or reef tank.Do I need to get the exact equipment for a tank that size to get started? Also does BRS have packaged kits with the needed equipment on there website? i.e. salt water/reef starter kits and so on? 
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Diante' P You don't need the exact equipment, as everyone's setup will be a little different but the items listed are a good guideline to go off of.  We currently don't have any packages, but we may in the very near future :)  Please feel free to give our customer service team a call at 763.432.9691 if you have any questions.  
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Ben Rush - It depends, but a similar setup like this might be anywhere from $500 to $1000.
Ben Rush
Ben Rush - 9 years ago
I'm new with fish I have a freshwater tank now but as I advance I want to convert to saltwater how much do u think this setup in the video will cost
Jack7296
Jack7296 - 9 years ago
My protein skimmer is real noisy, what should I do??
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+xToXiicxT3RRoRx Very cool!
Jack7296
Jack7296 - 9 years ago
its ok thanks for the help, I order a Deltec mc500 skimmer, which apparent is a good upgrade for the rsm 250. Thanks alot
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+xToXiicxT3RRoRx Pretty much every skimmer will have SOME noise to it, with some being louder than others.  If it is a relatively new skimmer you can try contacting Red Sea USA for assistance, and they even may be able to replace parts or the pump if it is under warranty.
Jack7296
Jack7296 - 9 years ago
I have a red sea max 250, its the pump its very loud im even considering getting a new skimmer. I have already completely cleaned the pump also. Are all skimmers loud?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+xToXiicxT3RRoRx Where is the noise originating from?  The pump or where the air intake is?  If it is pump noise the pump may need to be disassembled and cleaned.  If the air is coming from the skimmer intake, then adding a silencer to the intake tube will help.  
elvir begic
elvir begic - 9 years ago
This is to complicated, to much stuff is needed.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+elvir begic It can be a little overwhelming when you first get started. :)
MustacheSeal
MustacheSeal - 9 years ago
Are the power heads the same as a freshwater filter, and do you recommend using a protein skimmer?

(This is posted by MustacheSeal's sister)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+MustacheSeal The power heads provide movement in the tank, but do not offer any filtration. I'd definitely recommend a skimmer, depending on the size of your tank (we don't tend to use them on the smaller (16g) tanks where water changes are easy to keep up with.)
SantaMonicaHelp Assistant
SantaMonicaHelp Assistant - 9 years ago
Cool video.What would I do if I don't have such a big space is it possible for me to have a reef aquarium? I don't have the space to do the water mixing...
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+SantaMonicaHelp Assistant Absolutely!  You have a few different options.  The easiest would be to setup a smaller tank and mix/store your water in a 5 gallon bucket.  Another option (that is admittedly more of a workout) is to purchase water from a fish store and transport it home.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+John To  It will depend on the corals you are looking to keep, but I would go with 4 to 6 three foot bulbs.  (PS, it looks like your privacy settings prevent me from replying directly to you.)
Scott Taylor
Scott Taylor - 8 years ago
my favorite live sand in thin gravel sand in white.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+John To No problem!
John To
John To - 9 years ago
thanks.
John To
John To - 9 years ago
what kind of t5 lighting do you need for a 40 gallon breeder tank?
charlie baker
charlie baker - 9 years ago
this really helped, hopefully getting the things i need and starting my tank soon
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+charlie baker Awesome!  Glad we could help. :)
mike nauert
mike nauert - 10 years ago
i am going to build a reef tank and would like someones opinion on what led lights i should get, for a 6 ft 125 gallon tank. i want to have mostly lps and fish. i was thinking about aqua illuminations color vegas but i dont know how many
Dylan Wilkinson
Dylan Wilkinson - 10 years ago
What kind of t5 lighting fixture is that in the video? And do you sell it at bulkreefsupply.com?
KYfishguy
KYfishguy - 10 years ago
What was the GPH on those pumps? Thanks.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+KYfishguy Sorry it has been so long I forget but probably pick 800-1000 GPH pumps for a tank like this.  Really depends on what's going in the tank. 
Sonoma Beats
Sonoma Beats - 10 years ago
So i was watching this, and before i begin i know completely nothing on saltwater, and i noticed you didn't mention anything on a filter in the setup. Do you use a filter on this, and if so what type would you recommend? I have a canister laying around but i did watch a video on someone saying that a canister would be a bad choice. Can you help me out because i would really like to do a salt water tank! thanks 
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Tanner Lee There is a ton of info here. let us know if you have any questions. 
Sonoma Beats
Sonoma Beats - 10 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Thanks i just got a tank, and i will be relying on these videos for help!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Tanner Lee with saltwater we typically rely on the bacteria that olives on the surface of the rock and sand to filter the tank ;)
Filomeno Fiel
Filomeno Fiel - 10 years ago
I am planning to start with a 14 gallon biocube. Where should i start. do you have any video on starting nano reef. My local pet store told me i could keep at least 2 small clownfish and some corals on it.
Filomeno Fiel
Filomeno Fiel - 10 years ago
I am planning to start my first reef tank in about a month or two. This is so much help for me. I don't have any experience in salt water aquarium but i have kept bettas for about 15 years. I have gone through 4 of them already and i think i should graduate and start something more complex.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Filomeno Fiel Thanks, glad to here it was helpful : )
Jeremy Robinson
Jeremy Robinson - 10 years ago
I like to make the back drop black. It makes all the colors in the tank pop.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Jeremy Robinson Black is the way to go. 
Doublebubblegumtv
Doublebubblegumtv - 10 years ago
Could you put together a list of stuff that you recommend for a 40 gallon breeder
Doublebubblegumtv
Doublebubblegumtv - 10 years ago
Thank you for your time
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Doublebubblegumtv I could but budget and what you want to do with the tank make a major impact!
Doublebubblegumtv
Doublebubblegumtv - 10 years ago
Do you sell full testing kits with every thing
Doublebubblegumtv
Doublebubblegumtv - 10 years ago
I got a 40 gallon breeder have you have any good stands
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Doublebubblegumtv red sea sells some nice test kit packages. 
Leonard Onrubia
Leonard Onrubia - 10 years ago
Hi Sir, Do you need filter in Cycling aquarium?
Leonard Onrubia
Leonard Onrubia - 10 years ago
thanks for the info sir!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Leonard Onrubia no need for an air pump in a saltwater aquarium : )
Leonard Onrubia
Leonard Onrubia - 10 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom How about air pump?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Leonard Onrubia some people use one but it isn't common.  The rock is typically a suitable filter. 
Kevin Ni
Kevin Ni - 10 years ago
I want to buy led light for marine aquarium,do you have it?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
AnimalLover
AnimalLover - 10 years ago
What does the skimmer do?
Saisori
Saisori - 10 years ago
Is there no filter like freshwater? (cannister\hob) Do the live rocks grow bacteria to do the filtration?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+SkyiesSky The bacteria on the rock does it all!
Tiffany Stancil
Tiffany Stancil - 10 years ago
Filtration is the key to having a healthy aquarium.  You can buy overflow boxes for as low as $16.00 at store.txholeyrocks.com
janelle vardaro
janelle vardaro - 10 years ago
Hi BRS,
Love the video, but i have some questions. I've had a freshwater aquarium for about a year and a half and i loved it. I have always wanted to do a reef tank, but was told so many times how hard it is to maintain. I am finally going to set one up and im pumped. I have a 30 gallon tank (might be 40, oops) and a hang on filter that i plan on using. Would it be safe to use a filter that has been in freshwater tanks? Also, when the tank is cycling and you do 20% water change each week, How often do you have to do water changes later on once its done cycling and you are slowly adding fish/done adding fish? When you add the first couple fish, what do you recommend? Thanks so much!
Mclayne
Mclayne - 10 years ago
my tank is 2 weeks old, but ph is 6,9 right now, what may be the probable cause?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Mclayne 6.9 ? Most probable cause is testing error : )  Only other cause for it to be that low is equipment failure like a calcium reactor or overdose of an additive. 
Dans marine Project
Dans marine Project - 10 years ago
I'm setting up a new marine tank. Come and see my channel and step by step videos of my progress.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Dans marine Project nice!
ab1397100
ab1397100 - 10 years ago
if i go to my local store and buy liverock that has been inside a tank from the store do i still have to cure it?
kw123
kw123 - 10 years ago
+ab1397100 Hey,things such as bristleworms and aiptasia are a real pain,and once they get it they are almost impossible to get out once they have a steady population.I would look around for some dry rock,and bye some copepods and amphipods to help seed the tank.These creatures are very handy! :)
ab1397100
ab1397100 - 10 years ago
hey i need help
ab1397100
ab1397100 - 10 years ago
its because i went to petco and i didnt see any dryrock i dont know where to find it...and are the worms bad for the tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+ab1397100 That would still be the best practice as there isn't anyway to know whether or not everything that is dead or dying has broken down entirely.  That said though, we almost always use dry rock around here because you don't have to worry about flatworms, aiptasia, and other pests that are common on live rock.
Anna
Anna - 10 years ago
Where can I find a tank like this one? 
Anna
Anna - 10 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Thank you ;) Have a good day!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Anna funny, ya it might be hard.  Good luck on your hunt!
Anna
Anna - 10 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom The fact that I live in Australia might be hard to find a petco or pet smart hahahaha ;) I'll see what my local pet store has to offer! But thank you very much!!!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Anna Petco or pet smart. It's called a 40 gallon breeder.
James Kerr
James Kerr - 10 years ago
where can i buy a tank this size
370saul
370saul - 10 years ago
Wheres the next episode i cannot find it
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
You can find the whole playlist right here :)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFDFAB0066A083F12
karimpatrick
karimpatrick - 10 years ago
I love Bill Murray. Great video!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+karimpatrick  :)

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dazza69085
dazza69085 - 10 years ago
Awesome vid thanks guys. It's always hard for a newbie changing from fresh to marine!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+dazza69085 Thanks for the kind words! Welcome to the saltwater side of things!
Kyle Purser
Kyle Purser - 10 years ago
Hi BRS. Love all your videos. I own a 40B just like this one that has been running for a while now and I will be moving shortly. Currently I am just using cinderblocks and wood as the stand and I am wondering if you could recommend a place to purchase a new stand. What stand are you using in this video??

Thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Kyle Purser The stand here is just a pine stand available at any petco or petsmart. 
MA FishGuy
MA FishGuy - 10 years ago
Some Good Tips
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+MA FishGuy Thanks, glad we could help!
Ricard-O Eis
Ricard-O Eis - 10 years ago
Thinking about ordering some rock for my first tank, but have no idea how heavy this stuff is?  For example is the rock on the left in this video 1 or 2 pounds ?  or is it more like 10 to 15 lbs.  Thanks for your help :)  
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
Each rock is different so its difficult to put a specific weight on it (and depends on the type of rock).  The rock in the left of the tank was likely closer to 20+ pounds (could be even more).  When it comes to the pukani rock on the average a football size piece weighs in the 6-9lbs or so though.
Raptor
Raptor - 10 years ago
For making a video on how to start a basic salt water aquarium, why would you feature a reverse osmosis deionization system in the video? most "new" people don't even know what that is.. doesn't using sand help cycle the tank, and wont it kick start another cycle?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+slominskip
Glad to help!!
Raptor
Raptor - 10 years ago
Thanks!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
 It's not absolutely necessary, but certainly a good way to be successful from the start. Sand is almost an entirely aesthetic addition to the tank.  While I personally like the look of it, it is more work to maintain.  You may fine this other video of interest if you want a different way of setting one up
Setting up a Nano 16 Gallon Reef Tank: EP 1 - Nano 16 Reef Tank #nuvo16
F. Scott Fitzhemingway
F. Scott Fitzhemingway - 10 years ago
great - a room for your water? please....
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+F. Scott Fitzhemingway It's not necessary, but it is an option. I think you might like one of our newer episodes on setting up a new tank, check it out: Setting up a Nano 16 Gallon Reef Tank: EP 1 - Nano 16 Reef Tank #nuvo16
Lanceb666
Lanceb666 - 10 years ago
To much of a hassle for me. I'm used to freshwater tanks and I had them for years.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Lanceb666 fair enough :) If you are interested in saltwater at all though you should check out one of our newer episodes which really simplifies all of this: Setting up a Nano 16 Gallon Reef Tank: EP 1 - Nano 16 Reef Tank #nuvo16
this guy
this guy - 10 years ago
good info BRS , i have a question about the water, i have deep well water not city tap water because i live in woods of georgia. do i need to be as thorough with my initial and replacement water since this well water is drinkable and right out of the earth untreated?
this guy
this guy - 10 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom That makes perfect sense! thanks.you guys are great.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Chris Sabia No way to really know.  It could be perfectly fine or it could have contaminants (and safe for drinking doesn't necessarily mean its safe for a reef tank).  This is really the case just about everywhere, the reason people use filtered water is because you always know what you're getting.  That way any time something doesn't work in your tank or a critter dies, you can instantly eliminate your water as an issue and move on to finding the true cause. 
this guy
this guy - 10 years ago
Is well water safe to use without any special treatment other than salt and bacteria . In other words do I need to purify and condition the well water as you show in the video with tap water since this well water has no sort of treatments added to it like city tap water does.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Chris Sabia Just to clarify, are you asking if you need a special kind of RO/DI unit or if well water is safe to use in a reef tank?
Ziabis Oh
Ziabis Oh - 10 years ago
Next big question is what is live rock and what types of rocks do I use?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Ziabis Oh Water changes are made using saltwater, as you are removing saltwater and then replacing with new saltwater. Top offs are made using freshwater, because water slowly evaporates from your tank and salt does not - therefore you are only replacing the freshwater that has evaporated.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Ziabis Oh Check out this video to learn more about live rock / dry live rock: Ask BRStv: Top Questions About Aquarium Dry Rock
Ziabis Oh
Ziabis Oh - 10 years ago
Water changes are made by non salted water? Are only top ups? Slight bit of confusion here?
Ziabis Oh
Ziabis Oh - 10 years ago
I really like your video, step by step setup. I am a 100% total newbie to saltwater. I would like to setup up my 29G Tall as my girlfriend loves the saltwater fish colors. I do have several questions. I hope you are willing to help me out? Let me point out 1 major hurdle, I am on a tight budget. I do have a spare Eheim Eco canister and also have 2 seeded freshwater canisters running on my freshwater 29G. I also have 1 circulation pump as well a heater.
1. I am most likely wanting to use a white sand, which do you recommend the best? Or is a pool filter sand ok?
2. I have (4)26W 6500k Daylight 1600lumen CFL spiral cool natural light bulbs with reflectors. Will these work? How many too use also? I do have a 1yr old T5HO bar being used on my freshwater tank. Could I swap these?
3. I do not have any access to RO water, recommendations?
I really hope you can help me out. Thank you for your time.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Ziabis Oh In the beginning the bare necessities are rock, salt, water, heater, pump. You'll want some type of lighting also. A skimmer is nice to have, but if you are doing consistent water changes you can get away without one. As far as the RO water, it depends where you are getting it from. 
Ziabis Oh
Ziabis Oh - 10 years ago
In your video you suggest using so many different types of equipment. ie: UV, skimmers and several other types of equipment. They all sound very expensive. I watched some one else small 10g setup and all they used was a skimmer and HOB filter. Since i am on a tight budget what is the bare minimum devices do I need to support a 29G?
RO water is that what comes in those big huge blue bottles?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Ziabis Oh 1. You want to use reef sand, as its calcium carbonate and you know its not going to have any hazardous minerals, chemicals, etc.   The fiji pink is the most popular as it has a middle of the road size that looks nice, but doesn't blow all over the place. 
2. Wouldn't be advisable to use the CFL bulbs.  For one the tank would look quiet yellow which isn't usually attractive in saltwater tanks but that end spectrum also tends to encourage nuisance algae growth. You could use the T5 strip with an appropriate bulb though.
3. Certainly best practice to use RO/DI water.  You can either purchase an RO/DI unit, or many fish stores sell RO/DI water (sometimes even pre-mixed saltwater)  All else fails, the large 5g jugs you get refilled at the grocery store, Wal-mart, etc are usually RO water. 
nick shanburn
nick shanburn - 10 years ago
do the nexxt video please :)))))
nick shanburn
nick shanburn - 10 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom now u said u will do a next one in ur liveing room

and im setting up a saltwater tank march 2 i need help
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+nick shanburn here's the whole playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFDFAB0066A083F12
Erik Ingebretsen
Erik Ingebretsen - 10 years ago
Hello, I am also starting with a 40 gallon breeder. How much gph does the each of the HYdor pumps have? Thanks!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Erik Ingebretsen It's been awhile but I believe we went with the 850GPH http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/hydor-koralia-evolution.html
Gregory Carter
Gregory Carter - 10 years ago
with the water changes i am assuming that fill up will be with salt water and not fresh since that water is being physically removed and not evaporated.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Gregory Carter yup, for water changes you replace the water you take out with saltwater.
Ben Radka
Ben Radka - 10 years ago
a reverse osmosis system, garbage cans, and filters set up in another room is needed for a basic saltwater set-up?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Ben Radka Not necessarily, not to start (although you may want those things eventually). In the beginning the bare necessities are tank, rock, salt, water, heater, pump. 
Tidewater
Tidewater - 10 years ago
I forgot to cylce my tank will it be okay my fish seem fine but 2 died I don't the tank caused it
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 10 years ago
+Tidewater Uh oh... I'd get a bottle of something like BioSpira and put it in the tank at the very least. If the tank was not cycled and you put fish in it, it's almost definitely the cause for the death of the fish. 
IAMRG
IAMRG - 11 years ago
You guys are awesome. Im using your video for my first reef tank and you give off a vibe that you really do care about them as animals and not as a pet.  Great videos thank you
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
+IAMRG Thanks for watching!! Would love to see pics of your tank, share them on our facebook wall if you get a moment :) 
Aidan Milton
Aidan Milton - 11 years ago
Wow
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
+Aidan Milton Hoping that is a good wow.. haha
3jok1ero3
3jok1ero3 - 11 years ago
Fresh water it is !
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
+karthimechify Some people do, but a lot of people prefer to mix synthetic seawater because natural seawater can have pollutants in it unless you are pretty deep into the ocean.
sten beetlex
sten beetlex - 11 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom i'm very in love with marine aquariums...but thy are SO expensive!!!....is it okay to use salt water direct from the sea(i can collect from clear beach near me?!).....
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
Give saltwater a try +3jok1ero3! It's a great hobby :) 
Mauro Brignardello
Mauro Brignardello - 11 years ago
Do I need a skimmer on win I'm cycling my fish tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
Shouldn't make a huge difference either way as most folks do a really big water change at the end of the cycle, but I always turn mine on so that it can break in during that time period and I can get it all tuned where I want it.  It won't usually collect to terribly much during that time frame though. +Mauro Brignardello 
Sharkboy99999
Sharkboy99999 - 11 years ago
Is this all you need / do at first and if so how long till u need other stuff
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
Yeah, this is the bare minimum you need to start your tank. Additional things are added basically by preference and there's no specific time frame for when to add on. Check out this newer series too https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBaMLrfToJyxVdYxaTASVX4_r3tCF9ZdZ +Sharkboy99999 
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
haha, nope :) we just do YouTube
River Taff
River Taff - 11 years ago
were you guys on the show tanked?
Philip Hoard
Philip Hoard - 11 years ago
Is it just me or does Reed look a little like Tony Hawk.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
tek light , not sold anymore : (
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
most people don't connect it directly to the tank. Ro water is normally stored in bins.
Astro theultimate
Astro theultimate - 11 years ago
what t5 light was that?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
after the nitrite reads zero. There are a variety of ways to make that faster or slower but 2-6 weeks.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
you can get elbows or try heating them up in hot water and bending them.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
enough light that you can see the fish : )
Brad ley
Brad ley - 11 years ago
How long after you buy the tank and stock it with rock etc how long after can you add live stock?
Brizzle412
Brizzle412 - 11 years ago
the hoses on my reactor are so stiff they wont stay on the back of the tank
Marco Tonarelli
Marco Tonarelli - 11 years ago
For a FOWLR tank what are the lighting requirements?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
Glad to be of service : )
Brian Broughten
Brian Broughten - 11 years ago
Great video, this information is imperative to our hobby thanks for providing it!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
we like the sun powers from ATI a lot
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
Need is a bit strong but there are so many benefits that it is something that most people end up purchasing.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
the rock and the bacteria on the surface of the rock does most of the filtration in a saltwater tank. there are other filters than can be used but they shouldn't be considered as a required item.
Jesse Davis
Jesse Davis - 11 years ago
type of light*
Jesse Davis
Jesse Davis - 11 years ago
Im just getting started and was wondering what time of light to use for a simple setup like this. I heard you say T5. Is there a particular model?
jake Vlogs
jake Vlogs - 11 years ago
and do you need a R.O.D.I system
jake Vlogs
jake Vlogs - 11 years ago
do you need a filter?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
tank, rock, powerheads, heater and salt is all you absolutely need to get started.
Rafael Roldan
Rafael Roldan - 11 years ago
Great video! I really want to start a saltwater tank I have a 30 g tank what you recommend me to get first?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
you will need to purchase a salt mix made for saltwater aquariums, not really possible to make a DIY version
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
salt is not just table salt ( sodium chloride) it is a mix of many salts
Tomoya okazaki
Tomoya okazaki - 11 years ago
Can you make saltwater with salt only or the salt is sea crystals?
Tomoya okazaki
Tomoya okazaki - 11 years ago
is the salt is ordinary? i want to buy an salt water fishes and oxygen i got 10 gallons aquarium already i asking if the salt is ordinary?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
depending on size, two in the back corners aimed to the center front might work well.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
Sunlight supply stopped making the tek light.... I wold look at the AI sunpower .
dj201199
dj201199 - 11 years ago
How many Hydor Koralia(s) should I put in my 29gallon?
miamigraffiti223
miamigraffiti223 - 11 years ago
Can you please give me the link to this light but for a 4ft or 55 gallon long fish tank because i cant seem to find it. So far Im up at $620 without the lights thanks.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
Saltwater tank = all of your expendable income .... $100 - $100,000 : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
Glad to be of service !
SootyHunt
SootyHunt - 11 years ago
Great set of video's by the way, very informative. Thanks for the uploads !!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
LOL can't blame ya. Honestly part of our hope here is to share hobby in a realistic manor. If it seems like too much work this could save you a toon oof money you can spend on anther hobby. If it doesn't you can use the advice here to be sucessfulll .
SootyHunt
SootyHunt - 11 years ago
Lol Reef tanks made easy..... "Lets take a look at my RO room"....... WTF ??? Put me straight off a salt water marine tank. Thanks guys !!!!
bmark0610
bmark0610 - 11 years ago
reefer tanks?!?!?! wait awwww....
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
I'd love to build a koi pond!
dalohe82
dalohe82 - 11 years ago
I think I'll stick around with my koi fish pond!
touchyfeely100
touchyfeely100 - 11 years ago
3:40 u said it wasn't hard!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
Hard habit to get away from but I think we broke it a while ago : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
Most play sand is not calcium carbonate based anymore, those days are long gone. I wouldn't use silica sand personally .
trnfan1
trnfan1 - 11 years ago
Hi, I'm a newbie and was wondering can i use play sand in the aquarium or not? some say yes others say no,I trust you guy's plz help. Thanks!
greglewis83
greglewis83 - 11 years ago
GET YOUR HANDS OUT OF YOUR POCKETS
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
I like to leave mine off to prevent algae growth.
unyeah
unyeah - 11 years ago
should i have my lights on during cycling?
Wayne Tomlinson
Wayne Tomlinson - 11 years ago
what lighting is that? i need a 600mm light, that same color as yours please help
Nicholas Alva
Nicholas Alva - 11 years ago
These people are great, my friend wanted to thank you guys for the tutorials. These guys are very professional I recommend these guys to my friends.
CBlitzEntertainment
CBlitzEntertainment - 11 years ago
How was this not simple? I found it to be relatively straight to the point.
MeditatedDuck
MeditatedDuck - 11 years ago
What is the benefit of using T5 vs LED for the lights?
Bradley The Explorer
Bradley The Explorer - 11 years ago
Can I use a fluval aqua clear to start a saltwater aquarium?
Bradley The Explorer
Bradley The Explorer - 11 years ago
Fa
mizteareaus1
mizteareaus1 - 11 years ago
Hey Ryan and Reed, thanks for the videos! I ended up buying a 40 gallon breeder and a lot of other equipment to mimic this build because of this series and it's been great so far. Can you please tell me what light fixture you have here and what bulbs? I need something interim until I have the dough for the dual EcoTech XR30W Pros. Thanks!
ltrufion
ltrufion - 11 years ago
hi, is that 6 hours together really enough for the corals? I thought in equator the day takes 12hrs...or maybe am wrong?
ltrufion
ltrufion - 11 years ago
hi, i am just about to start 20 gal tank and i have 2 T5 24ś..have you got anywhere answer how much of light shall we have?thanks for your time to answer:-)
ailouros24
ailouros24 - 11 years ago
hey i recently set up a nano tank. i have a huge problem with hair algae. i mean it looks like a swamp. do you have any advice on the subject? i purchased snails to eat it but they just cleaned a square inch each and stayed there. the fish are fine but the whole thing is ugly.... do you think switching off the lights would help? would it affect the fish?
Geekguilty
Geekguilty - 11 years ago
sounds like two crackheads talking...
Constantino kokkinidis
Constantino kokkinidis - 11 years ago
Can this algae growth come later when after the cycle when you start turning the lights on
ellvas13
ellvas13 - 11 years ago
dry rock is a dry rock that used to be a part of a ocean but now is being harvest inland. It cycles longer but You won't get any nastys. it will become live rock once cycled. Live rock is a "wet" rock that will cycle less as it already have beneficial bacteria on it. Most of the time is better to go for wet live rock as it's full of life and You can get some nice pods with it, snails, britle stars etc however it can be full of crap that You don't want in Your tank.
ellvas13
ellvas13 - 11 years ago
yeah not really.... not good at math are You? :). First you start blue for an hour then you add white. They run together for 6h after which white goes of and blue stays for another hour. Lights are of for another 16hrs and cycle starts again.
R K
R K - 11 years ago
Great series guys. Thank you so much.
ats618
ats618 - 11 years ago
How many t5 lights do I need to support corals and anemones in a 20 gallon tank?
Tom V
Tom V - 11 years ago
hey HardHat...there is no "rule" on how long blue/white lights should be on. Its up to you !!! but in today's fish tank world, most people also have moon LEDS please check out my channel and message me with any questions you have
Tom V
Tom V - 11 years ago
hey dennis...cichlids are not salt water fish !!! If you have a 40 gallon saltwater tank there are some things you will need to know. Please check out my channel and message me with any questions you have.
dennis cross
dennis cross - 11 years ago
what time should you turn blue light on then off and white lite on then off i live in michigan
dennis cross
dennis cross - 11 years ago
what kind of fish did you start with.I am starting my first 40 gallon saltwater tank I have three freshwater tanks african cichlids.
Brizzle412
Brizzle412 - 11 years ago
If blue lights are on 8hrs and daylight 6hrs. Does that mean the lights are off the other 10hrs of the day?
Ryan Brown
Ryan Brown - 11 years ago
2 questions, How many Lbs of rock did you use in this video? and what is the difference between dry live rock, and large 20" + live rock
Quigley Figgins
Quigley Figgins - 11 years ago
good video. tanks cycle everytime you increase the fish load. it doesnt just cycle once and then its done. it is hard to explain sometimes about cycling though. great video.
Quigley Figgins
Quigley Figgins - 11 years ago
i will never ever use sand again in my reef.
Dane Pacheco
Dane Pacheco - 11 years ago
your yards the ocean
Bill Corbett
Bill Corbett - 11 years ago
What do you mean by "medications"? Im wanting to start a SW tank also
chris m
chris m - 11 years ago
I've done fresh water fish and Japanese koi for 2 years and have really wanted to do saltwater and now I will try it thanks guys
connor
connor - 11 years ago
Can i convert my 37 gallon freshwater tank into a saltwater tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 11 years ago
There are a lot of ways to look at this. A full blown SPS tank certainly requires knowledge and time but this isn't the type of thing most people start with and probably only account for less than 10% of the tanks out there. A tank with some clowns, zoanthids, mushrooms, frogspawn... Is pretty darn easy. I have seen a 100+ tanks like this that have almost no equipment and successful with really the only work being water changes and feeding. Keeping my yard nice is 10 times as much work.
Karan Sidhu
Karan Sidhu - 11 years ago
the guy on the left either is high, or having a bad hangover
Dylan Drews
Dylan Drews - 11 years ago
Just a comment you shouldn't put a tank by the door. The door will scare the fish
Astrid Gootner
Astrid Gootner - 11 years ago
Are they crazy this is anything but simple!!!!!!
Ryan Brown
Ryan Brown - 11 years ago
2 questions, How many Lbs of rock did you use in this video? and what is the difference between dry live rock, and large 20" + live rock
Vanessa Lopez
Vanessa Lopez - 11 years ago
WoW this is not simple at all!!! Sayimg it is would be lying :/
Ryan Batcheller
Ryan Batcheller - 11 years ago
This can be true but it depends on the source of the rock and what’s on it. Most live rock is boat rock which was in a box on a boat for 3+ weeks before it got to a wholesaler. Most often it is in a wet dark box for 4-6 weeks before it gets to a reefers home. You can typically identify boat rock with the price. If it is $2-3 a pound it basically has to be boat rock because at today’s fuel prices you simply can’t fly a 50 pound box of rock from Fiji to the US and sell it for a profit at $100.
Khương Đặng
Khương Đặng - 11 years ago
watch?v=Egbm398eDtE giant aquarium in Viet Nam :D
Daniel D'amato
Daniel D'amato - 11 years ago
He stated in the video that during the cycling period he turns his light of because of algae growth. Well to this i would say, most people use live rock to cycle the aquarium & if you are going to use "live rock" it is nessesary to use correct marine lighting such as those you would use in a regular reef aquarium, the reason being that all the organisms and things growing on the live rock are dependant upon light for survival, so not having lighting is a big deal.
Max Brown
Max Brown - 11 years ago
All you need for a basic saltwater aquarium is just a heater a filter and salt,some live rock it does not matter what kind of lighting you get cause you're not going to Keep Coral cause you're a beginner, beginners should start off with no coral just fishes their tanks cus coral is already another story lol. But a Basic saltwater aquarium it is not hard to take care of
Max Brown
Max Brown - 11 years ago
I've been doing saltwater for a very long time and u do not need all this crap to start a basic beginner friendly aquarium that is affordable, these nerds are talking about professional shit already, that equipment they mentioned already cost over $500,
Ryan Brown
Ryan Brown - 11 years ago
no you can put a 40 gallon tank on the second floor, a 40 gallon tank will put you near 350Lbs. a residential floor is beyond capable of that weight, if you are unsure call a local Code enforcement officer, they should know what is safe its there job
Ryan Brown
Ryan Brown - 11 years ago
You can get a heater, and fans cheap at a local store, or other websites. the equipment there using are professional grade. in my Point of view. id suggest a used tank on craigslist. i just picked up a 45 gallon for 80$ with a stand, you can get a heater for 20$ and fans for 35$ each. but the more money you spend the safer and more comfortable you're pets are. start off with the cheap stuff and upgrade to the good stuff if you have too
MermaidPrincess
MermaidPrincess - 11 years ago
Fluval EDGE Aquarium 12 gallon saltwater how many times do you change the filter a month and how much money a month
Max Brown
Max Brown - 11 years ago
This is not a beginner friendly video this nerds made, first of all they did not say that equipment cost a lot money
MyForsake
MyForsake - 11 years ago
or clean it with vinegar?
dj201199
dj201199 - 11 years ago
So would that tank be to heavy to put on the 2nd floor of my house?
Sugar Bird
Sugar Bird - 11 years ago
The Blue Light gives a Nice Ambiance ^^
XxTherussianhatxX
XxTherussianhatxX - 11 years ago
I have a 55g tank, it measures 4ft long by 1ft wide by 20.5" high would this be a good sized tank to start out with? also would I be able to use sand from down at the beach (fresh water) and would it be okay to make live rock out of fired clay and seed it with actual live rock?
Mr100legit
Mr100legit - 11 years ago
Is it ok to have a tank with Fake reef mostly along with some live rock and some Live Coral?
cidjero1
cidjero1 - 11 years ago
And yellow tangs?
rob bob
rob bob - 11 years ago
be careful not buy any poison fish like loin fish and sting rays these are the hardest fish to take care of
cidjero1
cidjero1 - 11 years ago
OW, I DON'T WANT A HEART ATTACK! Woops capslock...
rob bob
rob bob - 11 years ago
also damsel fish and fire Gobys but they jump
cidjero1
cidjero1 - 11 years ago
Ok thanks.
rob bob
rob bob - 11 years ago
clown fish
rob bob
rob bob - 11 years ago
you do not need a new filter you only need salt mix and power heads to make the wave affect coral is optional. how big is your tank.
rob bob
rob bob - 11 years ago
yes you can
cidjero1
cidjero1 - 11 years ago
What are the easyest fish to start with?
Gustavo Anaya
Gustavo Anaya - 11 years ago
What brand is the t5
Shannon Howe
Shannon Howe - 11 years ago
hi i got a question do you know how to get rid of red slim i got red legged hermit crabs but its just to much for them
Deano
Deano - 12 years ago
Or use a fishless cycle if ur not cruel.
B Vathsava chandra
B Vathsava chandra - 12 years ago
iam having a fresh water tank................... iam running it with chichlids.................... i wanna remove all the fishes and stuff and i would like to make it marine can i???
Jp Dave
Jp Dave - 12 years ago
"You're the man Ryan"
Jp Dave
Jp Dave - 12 years ago
Great acting "Thanks for having me today Ryan"
Nick Golda
Nick Golda - 12 years ago
Also I love your videos and i subscribed hopefully when I grow up I want to do what you do. And if you could can you do a tutorial on the revers osmosis flitration system. Thank You!
Nick Golda
Nick Golda - 12 years ago
Ok so im getting a saltwater fish tank and I wanted to know were you guys got your tank with the stand? Please reply really excited for the tank/aquarium!
Austin Freet
Austin Freet - 12 years ago
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Indigo Frémont
Indigo Frémont - 12 years ago
Lol, as simple as possible. CHECK OUT OUR REVERSE OSMOSIS FILTRATION SYSTEM.
chrisherself
chrisherself - 12 years ago
"So all you need to set up a simple saltwater aquarium is the tank itself, some rocks, a couple pumps, a heater and a light...I want to make this system as simple as you can possibly make it." "So we have our reverse-osmosis deionization system here..." ಠ_ಠ
FishTankRevelations2
FishTankRevelations2 - 12 years ago
this video really helped. If i have a ro system already because my water where i live isnt very good is that okay?? Also i have a 20 gallon marineland eclipse aquarium that is currently freshwater. Can i just add salt to that water to have a faster cycle or should i just go ahead and start over??? Also im wanting it to be reef tank. can i do this with the filter that came with it or do i need to get a pump and everything???
Silbythegram
Silbythegram - 12 years ago
So are canister filters still good to have?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
Most modern reef tanks utilize live rock as the surface area for the bacterial filtration. Canister filters and wet dry filters have been largely phased out of most reef systems but are sometimes used on fish only systems.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
glass tank is a glass tank. If it is going to be a reef tank make sure you have never used any medications in it.
LEOPAZZO TV
LEOPAZZO TV - 12 years ago
Great video Going to watch more Have a peek at my coral reef tank Will not be disappointed 100% Leopazzoinyourmouth Many to choose from Thanks Again well done
Metal8Lover
Metal8Lover - 12 years ago
well you could probably get by by actually running the water to the tank instead of having a pump do it for you thats really all that system is and the reverse osmosis is just a fancy machine that removes the contaminates in the tap water such as chlorine, Bromate, Arsenic etc etc i allways suggest for people to get one if they can afford it if not you can just use water for the tap with a dechlorinator and conditioner and you should be just fine
krystal hedden
krystal hedden - 12 years ago
can you change any fish tank to a saltwater tank i have a 75 gallon and would like to turn it into a saltwater tank
FishAntsPlantsAndDave
FishAntsPlantsAndDave - 12 years ago
no filter lol?
Noswellicus
Noswellicus - 12 years ago
It was easy...until 3:40
AquariumsbyZero
AquariumsbyZero - 12 years ago
Great videos. Very informational. I have a few videos on my nano reef set up on my page
Sh1t0nTheVilla
Sh1t0nTheVilla - 12 years ago
WAYNE'S WORLD!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
this is just a preference but i like 40 breeders. Dimensions are perfect for a small reef tank with a nice aquascape. Some of the other small or mid size tanks have dimensions which are harder to work with from a aquascaping prespective.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
happy to answer questions : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
the space saver RO system we have is fairly cheep and better than buying water in the long run.. If the budget is really limited tap water and dechlorinator might be the only option.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
sorry but these comments have a 500 character limit and this is a relatively long discussion. I might call us or chat
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
this is a 40 gallon breeder
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
I can see that perspective but the real goal is to go over all of the most popular concepts and equipment, provide useful information and let you decide for yourself. Someone new to the hobby is certainly going to hear about or encounter these things. Knowing the benefits and how to use them can help with these decisions.
Fad00dled
Fad00dled - 12 years ago
i have a 30 gallon saltwater tank. at first i went to my pet store and got rodi water u need that water for ur tank. then i got some money and spent 175 on my own rodi system i love it. i dont got a lot of money ether i dont have any good stuff for my tank. idk if u no anything a bout lighting for a reef tank,bc i need some and i have no clue on wht is a good but cheap light
khan1010
khan1010 - 12 years ago
What. Tank did you use
Keye Blackmon
Keye Blackmon - 12 years ago
Hi, I am upgrading my 20 long reef tank to a 40 breeder. What are the safest steps to take to move everything over safely
potboyz819
potboyz819 - 12 years ago
How do u keep ur salinty n da mid rang
Jonh Snow
Jonh Snow - 12 years ago
Hi, i am going to start a 24 gallon saltwater aquarium and i would like to know what i need to make the water for my water changes, considering i am not rich. can anyone help me?
CHHHHN
CHHHHN - 12 years ago
as soon as you went to the back, you lost me..
Reefphreak
Reefphreak - 12 years ago
Hey guys. Been watching these videos quite a bit. I am going to be starting up a new saltwater tank next month so these videos are a lot of help because theyre pretty much exactly what I'm going to do. I only have a few questions. Would it be better for me to use a 40 breeder for the saltwater tank or move my cichlids to the 40 and use a 56 column? Also, should I get cured live rock from my LFS or go with uncured rock like you have from your site?
reklesboy350
reklesboy350 - 12 years ago
dont run the lights all day. reduce feeding, and do weekly 10% water changes.
New American Fishkeeper
New American Fishkeeper - 12 years ago
Reduce light, Reduce feeding, and look into Saltwater snails. I can't be sure though, i'm still in freshwater planted tanks but try what i suggested first.
lewis5500
lewis5500 - 12 years ago
i have heaps of experience with fresh water tropical with a 60 litre tank i just purchased a dyamax IQ5 is this good for a marine tank
corey lilly
corey lilly - 12 years ago
The last person was right.
Dennis Caesar
Dennis Caesar - 12 years ago
I was wondering, is it possible not to use live rock and if so wouldn´t it be less effective using dry rock? I´m also wondering how you solved the problem with the film on the water surface with only the hang on skimmer? Awesome series, teached me alot! /Crawnie
JungleListSoldier
JungleListSoldier - 12 years ago
I have been out of the hobby for over 15 years but I always heard that salt water set ups are not for beginners. If you have no fish keeping experience at all start with goldfish or freshwater tropical. A lot easier to care for and the fish are much cheaper. The salt water species run at least $30 a piece.
carlos pacheco
carlos pacheco - 12 years ago
.kiss your hand 5x then post this on 3 other vids then lookj under ur pillow NO JOKE THERE WILL BE A PINK IPAD!
SonjaTaljaard
SonjaTaljaard - 12 years ago
My aquarium is about 71.7 cm long and 43.6 cm wide and can take about 94 liters, will that do
tupacoutlaw3
tupacoutlaw3 - 12 years ago
I NEED SOME HELP, I ALREADY SETUP MY SALT AQUARIUM I PUT LIVE SAND LIVE ROCKS AND THE SALT WATER SOMEONE TOLD ME THAT I NEED TO LEAVE IT CYCLING FOR 1 MONTH AND TURN ON THE LIGHTS 10 HOURS A DAY ANOTHER PERSON TOLD ME THAT I NEED TO LEAVE IT CYCLING FOR 3 WEEKS AND THE LIGHTS ON 5 HOURS A DAY WHO IS RIGHT ??? PLEASE HELPPPP
jacob tijerina
jacob tijerina - 12 years ago
did you put your first fish in the tank on the first day?
MIAthe305
MIAthe305 - 12 years ago
could to make a list of everything im going to need like the name of the light the size of tank everything from A-Z so i can go on your website and make a checkout cart. thanks
MIAthe305
MIAthe305 - 12 years ago
if i have a freshwater tank 30% change ever month or so and my fish r doing well how much harder/more work so i need to put in for a saltwater tank.
DeepWater ReefCommunity
DeepWater ReefCommunity - 12 years ago
it's more on what you are goin to keep in the tank...t5,vho, e.t.c Price can Range
DeepWater ReefCommunity
DeepWater ReefCommunity - 12 years ago
not to bad...i have a 125g tank...as of right now i put in it $280 with the tank..most of it i did d.i.y..save alot
DeepWater ReefCommunity
DeepWater ReefCommunity - 12 years ago
it's all what you want to setup it ....it can go from $100 to $1000 ...it's all up to you..
Cachanilla Mexicali
Cachanilla Mexicali - 12 years ago
You guys scared ppl away by saying its not complicated then showed off your crazy pump set up. That is not a beginner set up u guys got there buddy.! Lol
MIAthe305
MIAthe305 - 12 years ago
how much does something like this cost for a beginner?
titanoboa100
titanoboa100 - 12 years ago
im in the same boat as you good question. if you find any youtube vids that answer that question please let me knoe.
musicmania
musicmania - 12 years ago
so it says easy setup and you guys start it easy then you jump in a basement with some huge and complicated pumps and barols,is there any explanation how to setup a 20gal salt water tank in my apartment thanks
apithonia
apithonia - 12 years ago
No shit Reid I suppose I gotta look you up and just have you set mine up for me small world
Fishcitybuildings
Fishcitybuildings - 12 years ago
Hey has anybody ever been to Fish City Buildings - Put the City in your Tank
Leo Leo
Leo Leo - 12 years ago
ive got 10kg of dry base rock that use to be in an reef tank but they been out of the tank for about 6 months, my question is do i need to cook the rock so they dont leach? and if they do leach is there a solution to it? (i gave the rocks a viniger/water bath for one day)
mvenshnop
mvenshnop - 12 years ago
these guys got so drunk before this video to calm their nerves....
aquariumguy101
aquariumguy101 - 12 years ago
What size pumps did you guys use in this video, also how many watts was the heater?
Brizzle412
Brizzle412 - 12 years ago
Thanks for the help
CandidoMendez
CandidoMendez - 12 years ago
Can you guys give me any tips on starting a nano reef tank?
CandidoMendez
CandidoMendez - 12 years ago
Did you guys cure the rock?
BigJuicyPlum
BigJuicyPlum - 12 years ago
it doesint matter if ur tank is in sunlight or not, cuz u can get aquatic snails that eat algea
0165Hiphop
0165Hiphop - 12 years ago
check my aqauriums!!ONmyCHANNEL
JustNate
JustNate - 12 years ago
3.25 reeeeeeefer! hahahahahahah
rondawg456
rondawg456 - 12 years ago
U forgot the most important part. How much salt to gallon of water. Otherwise not bad
RATED GSXR
RATED GSXR - 12 years ago
check out my turtle video and give me ideas!!!
Sam Quarles
Sam Quarles - 12 years ago
Nice video!
kladivous
kladivous - 12 years ago
@mannyc2006 You would need to check with your property management. Some apartments forbid having fish tanks. Others will require you to show proof of adequate renters insurance. As far as the R/O system is concerned: You would have to see what water sources you have available in your unit. If you have a washer/dryer in your unit I would suggest splitting the cold water side to supply your R/O system. Just be careful. You don't want to be responsible for flooding your neighbors place.
mannyc2006
mannyc2006 - 12 years ago
Is it possible to own a tank like this in an apartment? How would i do the reverse osmosis thing?
SickWickedClown
SickWickedClown - 12 years ago
WHAT SIZE PUMPS ARE THOSE ON EACH SIDE
RedneckReefJunkie
RedneckReefJunkie - 12 years ago
hey i like how brs went about making this series, they started out super simple and advanced the tank over time. i think this is how everyone should go about setting up their first reef tank. what do you guys think about my newest tank build?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
@HardHatDIver412 My first tank was a very successful 90 gallon reef tank with nothing but hang on equipment. Equipment can always be replaced with a good water change schedule and solid feeding habits.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
@HardHatDIver412 the powerheads provide circulation and flow for the tank. Good flow is a critical component of a healthy reef system. I honestly believe that the affordable and easy to use flow options for flow that came out in the last 5 years are largely responsible for the drastic increase in successful reefers.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
@OpCharlieBravo right now we have a 6 bulb , 3 foot sunlight supply tek fixture on the system.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
@plzlogmein it would be better if you shot us and email or called customer service with a question like this. It would be a lot more help and a lot quicker : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
@MultiNitrorc You can get away without using one by buying water at the store. Some people have success with declorinators. However I personally do not know anyone who has had long term success with a reef tank and doesn't own a RO/DI system. I don't think that is a coincidence. Not only are you using the best quality water but because it is in your house and easy you are more likely to do proper maintenance.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
@1989calvindo I personally never set up a tank with a overflow that goes over the edge. There are too many dangers with siphon breaks and power outages. What size bulkheads depends on the size of the return pipe. I think I would personally use 1 1/4 or 1 1/2. I might go 1 1/2 because it is easier to find fittings/valves for that size.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
@Calliavida LOL , it is pretty easy to get caught up in all this. The danger and beauty of saltwater is you can get started with so little but there is basically no end to the upgrades if you have the time and money : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
@twistedcarnage7 Party on!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
@RedneckReefJunkie Thanks for the kind words : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 12 years ago
The primary filtration is biological in the form of bacteria that lives in the aquarium. In a reef system tthe bacteria lives on the surface of the rock. The bacteria will breakdown the waste into less harmless nitrate which is removed with water changes. Our protein skimmer also acts as a filter by removing some of the dissolved compounds before they can break down into nitrate. If they are changed frequently a filter sock can serve to also remove waste before it breaks down.
applebookable
applebookable - 12 years ago
don't you need a filter of some kind ?
RedneckReefJunkie
RedneckReefJunkie - 12 years ago
brs is awesome i love the rock i bought from them
SqwishSqwash
SqwishSqwash - 12 years ago
$_$
Calliavida
Calliavida - 12 years ago
...I wish I had more money! This is awesome :D
ashley burton
ashley burton - 12 years ago
do i need to use a ro/di system for setting up a tank ?
Leo Leo
Leo Leo - 12 years ago
hey Mr bulkreef, i was wondering if you could help me decide which light to go with, here's the scenario. my tank is a 16g (65L) and im planing on putting 1.5-2pound of live rocks to help with filtration as im not using a P/skimmer, so my question is: is a 2x24w T5 light fixture enough to keep corals such as Anemone, lps & sps corals? also choosing between 2x24w T5 or 3x14w which one should i go for. thanks!!
OpCharlieBravo
OpCharlieBravo - 12 years ago
What type of lamp is that please?
Brizzle412
Brizzle412 - 12 years ago
what do the power pumps do?
Brizzle412
Brizzle412 - 12 years ago
so i dont need a sump? i could use a hang on filter for a smaller tank?
jamie10310
jamie10310 - 12 years ago
This confirms to me how marine is far more complicated than simple freshwater...
Samuel Perkowsky
Samuel Perkowsky - 12 years ago
Great vid you should check out my tank
Hectorisking Hinojosa
Hectorisking Hinojosa - 12 years ago
Im about to start a 40 gallon breeder what kind of light is that and were can i get one i love the colors.I got some of your reef saver rock real nice rock!Thanks great vids.
whitetiger123100
whitetiger123100 - 12 years ago
Is that a single or a double lighting fixture?
headtrama29
headtrama29 - 13 years ago
Hey guys Im a beginner.. and to be honiest i thought i had a clue on what was doing.. Im in the beginning stage of setting up my first 55 gal saltwater tank .. got the bio sand, led lights, protein skimmer, two power heads on a wave maker power strip system my filteration system is where i think i messed up on.. can i have a successful system with a canister filter?
Justin Snapp
Justin Snapp - 13 years ago
Can you please give a list of all of the equipment you use in your videos? My stand is not sump-able and I would like to replicate your setup. Thank you.
prettylittleditty89
prettylittleditty89 - 13 years ago
@BulkReefSupplyCom - Well 30 minutes of you guys wouldnt be too bad to be honest considering how informative and detailed this actually is... Good work guys. It is just a shame how expensive equipment and such is over here in Australia compared to the US (which is where I assume you guys are).
Juan Delgado
Juan Delgado - 13 years ago
How many lbs of rock is that in the breeder?
jason montano
jason montano - 13 years ago
What T5 light did you use?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@1chomps We would like to go into more detail on a lot of these things but some of the episodes are already running pretty long , before ya know it you would be watching 30 minutes of Reid and I. What we would like to do when this series is done is go back over it and dedicate complete episodes to the things that need to be covered in more depth : )
1chomps
1chomps - 13 years ago
good info how ever a good idea was to show the people the cycling process though but as I say good info
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@jaitchproductions We plan on filming and editing a new episode every couple weeks. We hope to have a new one uploaded on Friday : )
rarity
rarity - 13 years ago
thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@TheOneAndOnlyProdigy I hope the complete series ends up really showing how most of this stuff works in a way that is easy and helpful.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@phastroh surprising how many people choose the coral background because it seemed like it made sense at the time. Black is the best way to go : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@mrsaltwatertank He is and we will !
Mr. Saltwater Tank TV
Mr. Saltwater Tank TV - 13 years ago
Reid is THE man! Show more of him!
phastroh
phastroh - 13 years ago
That was hilarious with the pattern backgrounds. I was laughing loudly at work. I too choose the black over the blue background.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@leannvlewis I hate to make blanket statements like you absolutely need a reverse osmosis deionization system but I will put it this way. In some instances it might be possible to have success with dechlorinator however I have never met a single Reefer that has had long term success that doesn’t own a RO/DI system. I would say it is possible you could use if for a fish only system in the beginning but once you are hooked by the hobby do yourself a favor and get a RO/DI system.
leann lewis
leann lewis - 13 years ago
Is the reverse osmosis thingy necessary? If I use regular tap water, adding the start up/declorinator juice, will that work well enough? I've been an aquarium enthusiast for about 30 years. But the few salt water tanks I've had have been very small with disastrous results. Plus I must keep it basic currently, finances aren't what they used to be. Thx.
MonkinOut
MonkinOut - 13 years ago
@BulkReefSupplyCom SOLID!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@MonkinOut It is the pukani : )
MonkinOut
MonkinOut - 13 years ago
Great job on the video. Love the info and I'm looking forward to the advanced tank progression. By the way, is that pukani rock you selected for the 40?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@adjusterfrank Reid and I are almost ready to shoot the next one : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@djruth62 Keeping it simple can often be the key to success for new reefers : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@vipete1985 will do
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@brett35540 A protein skimmer is “very very close” to what I’d call a critical piece of equipment however I have seen dozens of tanks with long term success without one. Especially a fish only tank which this tank is currently. I assure you a skimmer will be part of the progression of this series and certainly before a coral ever enters the tank. In fact at the end of this demo I mentioned it will be part of the episode. At that point I will explain why they are so important : )
Jay M
Jay M - 13 years ago
As u build it, can u be able to describe how to put the equipment together?..ive come across people putting a tank together but instead of breaking the process down they have it all built and only talk things out...
brett35540
brett35540 - 13 years ago
you should always no matter what have a skimmer if you dont you will just have problems and will hate the hobby.
Frank Vadala
Frank Vadala - 13 years ago
This was a very good instructional video that you have. I look forward to the entire series.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@Hasans01 sounds like five series in one, we will do our best : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@NanoReefNoob can you direct me to the thread ?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@donwilson That is a solid method as well. I would lean that way as well however I have had really good luck using bio spira for cycling. So far using that product I have never seen even initial ammonia spike.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@totalfugazi Don't tell anyone !
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@edgar57639 I think it will be a few weeks but we will try and keep them coming as quickly as possible : )
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@zacguitarshreder12 So true, all of the equipment I bought for my first tank got replaced within a year. Luckily these days there are a lot of resources to help find solid advice on different methods of reef keeping and the related equipment.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 13 years ago
@bookumdanom1 One of my concerns with pictured backgrounds is what it looks like once the back of the tank is no longer clean. It is a lot of work keeping the back the tank clean because it is hard to reach and you have to work around the rock. Let us know how it works out : )
totalfugazi
totalfugazi - 13 years ago
you have legs !
annette martinez
annette martinez - 13 years ago
Cool at last some direction we can all trust
Dirtbike Hooligan
Dirtbike Hooligan - 13 years ago
It can be tough if you buy the wrong equipment like most beginners do.
johnnykat21
johnnykat21 - 13 years ago
Great series so far..
jonathan peyton
jonathan peyton - 13 years ago
Awesome series guys thanks so much!
Peter Simonelli
Peter Simonelli - 13 years ago
Nice idea for a video series!! Looking goood! Big ups to brs...u should look into the reefbrite xho light strips they are awsomee
Bill Hocker
Bill Hocker - 13 years ago
Thanks for a quick and simple view.
maxx56dog
maxx56dog - 13 years ago
this guy looks like snape

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