Couple questions, didnt know where else to post for ro/di and protien skimmers.

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  1. tharr

    tharr Plankton

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    Ok now im about set up with my 30 gallon, everythign but the fish. Protien skimmers, pro/cons. and ive seen you can make you own any good post if I should have one? And for RO/Di units, a must or am Easier to just get 10 gal of reef water from local pet shop to change water?
     
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  2. Vinnyboombatz

    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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    Since you will need to top off daily with fresh water an ro/di is essential imo. A skimmer is a good idea. I use ASM.
    Also since you are new here there is a search box in the upper right of the screen. Type your questions in there and I am sure someone on here has asked and answered it for you.Good luck.
     
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  3. TheSaltwaterGuy

    TheSaltwaterGuy Banned

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    +1; ro/di is a must IMO too. trust me; it's gonna help out your tank a lot
     
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  5. colodan

    colodan Fire Shrimp

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    All though it is nice to have, I don't think an RO-DI is essential. you shouldn't have too much evaperation in a 30 gal. Just be sure to buy RO water from your LFS and keep 5 to 10 gal on hand...... All though an ro-di will probably pay for itself in no time if you are like me when at the LFS and buy more then water. ;D
     
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