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im trying to set up a 60 gal tank, and im interested in using white sand. Does anyone know where i can get some and /or name/type of sand i can use for a fresh water tank? I tried looking in Home Depot but found nothing. Anyone can help me pls?
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Re: Need help with setting up a tank.
Pool filter send works well, so does sugar sand. Pool filter sand can be purchesed at a pool supply co. Not sure about the sugar sand though I think Prosper at Aqua Zoo can tell you where to get it. He may even sell it there.
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Re: Need help with setting up a tank.
Monkchichi -- welcome to the box
Pool Filter sand (you can see what my new tanks setup with pool filter sand looks like if you click my signature)
Bought from Leslie Pool Supply @ $9.49 / 50lbs bags.
The sand will NOT need any cleaning at all when you put it in to your tanks.
What fish do Jesper have
180 WC T. Moorii Chilambo +1 Petro trewavasae.
110 Cyps, WC Xeno Spilopterus Kipili WC/F1/F2 T. sp red Kiku
58 S. Decorus
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wow great tanks Zulaab. I think ill head leslie's to pick some up. When my tank is done ill definately post some pics up. Thanks for the help.Comment
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Warehouse pool supply sells filter sand for cheaper than leslies!!Comment
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Do remember that pool filter sand is not white but a tan color.700g Mini-Monster tankComment
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well i bought the sand at leslie's. Next time if i need anything else ill just got to the warehouse.Comment
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Well post pictures when you get a chance :)
What fish are you going to keep in the tank ?
What fish do Jesper have
180 WC T. Moorii Chilambo +1 Petro trewavasae.
110 Cyps, WC Xeno Spilopterus Kipili WC/F1/F2 T. sp red Kiku
58 S. Decorus
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im either gonna pput some cichilds or frontosa in my tank. Havent really decide on it yet. But it will be up soon.Comment
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IMO frontosa would ultimately be suited for a larger tank. Some smaller cichlids would work better.Scarecrow : I haven't got a brain... only straw.
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If you get Frontosa's you are going to need a big tank, minimum a 6ft'r if you want to really make them happy. Remember the male will reach a nice 10-12" when fully grown (going to take about 2-3 yrs but they live for about 10-12)
I would recommend what Tim is saying a common Malawi or small fish Tanganyika tank setup.
What fish do Jesper have
180 WC T. Moorii Chilambo +1 Petro trewavasae.
110 Cyps, WC Xeno Spilopterus Kipili WC/F1/F2 T. sp red Kiku
58 S. Decorus
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