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sodaaddict84 Enthusiast Posts: 255 Kudos: 108 Votes: 52 Registered: 02-Nov-2006	right now i have a fresh water tank, when i get my bigger tank i would like to change my 29gal to a marine setup. what would i need to do so click flash *click "whered he go???"
Posted 28-Nov-2006 09:20
mattyboombatty Moderator Tenellus Obsessor Posts: 2790 Kudos: 1507 Votes: 1301 Registered: 26-Mar-2004	Aragonite substrate, 30+ Lbs of live rock, a couple powerheads, some salt mix, and a submersible heater would be a good start for a FOWLR. Just remember the stocking levels are a lot lower for salt water, and a 29 won't house more than 3 or so small fish. A 29g can be done, but I tend to suggest people a larger tank for thier first marine tank. Maybe a 55 or so. Critical Fertilator: The Micromanager of Macronutrients
Posted 28-Nov-2006 16:55
jmara Big Fish Posts: 438 Kudos: 431 Votes: 145 Registered: 06-Mar-2003	Matt you forgot the most important thing of all....PATIENCE!!! Although you have to have patience with freshwater, you need tons more with saltwater. I have, and started, with a 29 gallon but it definitely takes a lot of studying and patience. Read through all the "1st tank" posts and all the articles you can fine. Best of luck! -Josh
Posted 28-Nov-2006 20:53
sodaaddict84 Enthusiast Posts: 255 Kudos: 108 Votes: 52 Registered: 02-Nov-2006	well im looking at getting a 125 or 240 for my next tank but is going to be freshwater. but im debating between a paludarium or marine tank for my 29 after wards... but only being able to put 2-3 small fish makes me think towards a paludarium. click flash *click "whered he go???"
Posted 29-Nov-2006 08:23


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