So, looking to start setting up a new tank after being away from the hobby for 7 or 8 years. Please let me apologize for what could turn out to be a bunch of already answered questions, but I’m looking for the most updated thinking on much of this.
I’m thinking a 40 to 60 gallon DT with over-sized sump with large refugium. Probably be 9 months till I can start the tank, but I am thinking I can jump start the process of getting my rock ready by setting up a bin in my sons garage.
I am reading a ton of posts about putting in dry rock and live rock in a Rubbermaid bin. My first question is, do you first start of with something like Marco rock and let it sit in a salt water bin with a pump for water flow for x weeks/months and then at some point add live rock?
Questions, any concerns if the garage heats up (Florida) into the mid to high eighties? How long should I wait before adding live rock? When you add the live rock, should you add lights? Do I dose anything during this time??? Do I add any critters during this process?
Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
I’m thinking a 40 to 60 gallon DT with over-sized sump with large refugium. Probably be 9 months till I can start the tank, but I am thinking I can jump start the process of getting my rock ready by setting up a bin in my sons garage.
I am reading a ton of posts about putting in dry rock and live rock in a Rubbermaid bin. My first question is, do you first start of with something like Marco rock and let it sit in a salt water bin with a pump for water flow for x weeks/months and then at some point add live rock?
Questions, any concerns if the garage heats up (Florida) into the mid to high eighties? How long should I wait before adding live rock? When you add the live rock, should you add lights? Do I dose anything during this time??? Do I add any critters during this process?
Any suggestions greatly appreciated.