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    Completely new! Give me some info!

    The reason behind not getting anything is because you might desire a different tank size, live rock, or clean up crew. They are not "one size fits all". You could easily figure that a larger tank would give better results, or that a small tank would be more affordable. Live rock can vary...
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    PVC vs Tubing

    Clear PVC pipe is available, see this off site like - http://www.savko.com/partlist.asp?pgid=4 However, I do not recommend using it, except for things like skimmers where you need to see what is going on inside them. Clear pipe is wonderful for growing algae, and it will be one more thing to...
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    PVC vs Tubing

    There is also flexible PVC pipe, sometimes called Spa tubing. It is cut and glued just like normal PVC pipe, but it will bend. It's not as flexible as clear hose, but it will not kink. Also, since it's not a completely smooth surface, a lot of glue should be used with it. It also will have more...
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    Completely new! Give me some info!

    Research first, before you spend any money on a tank, LR or LS, or anything else, except books. These are critical components of a reef system. Don't start off bad. It a lot more expensive to buy it twice. I know you want to get this going, but it would be a big mistake to buy anything now...
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    Completely new! Give me some info!

    I'm new to NJRC but have been involved with SW aquarium systems for many years. The best possible advice I can give anyone new to the hobby is to get yourself several good books on state of the art reef aquariums, read them, and acquire some basic knowledge necessary to properly setup and...
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