Got a 150... Finally

[newb]

yep, thats right. I finally am getting a 150gal tank. I sold my 125 tonight and will be picking up my 150 tomorrow. a canister filter, like an eheim 2260 should be good enough for this right. I will probably put one of my Aquaclear 110's on it as well, cause I actually enjoy the sound of the running water!

[Darbex]

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Sweet snap pics when you get it

[TaTeR ToT]

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Congrats man

[armthehomeless]

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Filtration is dependant upon what you put in that tank... so it would be hard to say if you are okay... you should be fine in most instances though.

[newb]

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I have yet to actually "see" the tank, but the guy im getting it from said it is like new, and he said he paid nearly $1500 for everything. Im only paying $300. will definately post some pics when I get it. although I will not be setting it up for a few months. no place to put it for now. I have to wait to get an apartment first.

[tbui1178]

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Post pics when you get it.

[mikeb144]

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Congrats. on the new tank.  Looking forward to seeing pics.  Theres no turning back now!!!!!!

[newb]

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ok....So I go to get this tank and I buy what I believe is not a 150. THe dimensions are as follows: LxWxH= 48.5inx24x29. I know this is close to a 120 but it is a little taller. what size is this tank? and is 300 to much for it being used? I will post some pics later when I get a chance.

[Nickintex]

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[newb]

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actually, Im just wondering how to calculate the gallons of this tank. Pics will come when I get off work tomorrow.

[eklikewhoa]

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There was a volume calculator posted I believe if not you can google "aquarium volume calculator" and plenty should show up.

I would measure from edge to edge minus the thickness of the glass.

[newb]

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thx for the tip. looks like it comes out to be around 145gallons. do you think South Americans would prefer a 4ft WIDE tank or a 6ft LONG tank?

[Delock]

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146.1 so it would be consider a 150 by industry standards.

[armthehomeless]

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SA cichlids would prefer a a 4ft wide and 6ft long tank... :wink:

[Delock]

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Depends on thetype of SA youare considering.

But for the foot print $300 is pretty cool deal.