first off HELLO! My names David im from North County and im going to be starting my 1st reef tank. I have fresh water experience, nothing crazy but my love for the ocean has got me wanting a piece of it at home. (Love scuba diving !)
I just now picked up a 40 Gallon visio tank with stand & canopy (came with 2 heaters and an Eheim HOB filter.
I know this is going to take some time as i dont have $$$ to blow right off the bat.
But im trying to get a set of power heads(Jebao), live sand and rock(Fiji) and start cycling with the HOB filter. (smart or not??)
i do plan on running a sump (Aqueon ProFlex??) using the herb method so should i wait until i get my tank drilled and have all the piping/overflow box done and sump setup correctly?
also need recommendation for return pump/nozzle, skimmer, led lighting, refug setups and a good testing kit / refractometer.
looking forward to reefing and hope you guys can show me the way thank you!