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Packleader, should i do this too?

 

You can if you want. I honestly don't really see an advantage/disadvantage to doing it now or waiting.

 

im using a DIY overflow at the moment that does not flood your sump when the power shut off and the power comes back it will continue the siphon flow it works i will show you some photos tomorow

 

considering that im doubling the aquarium water, should i be testing the water in the sump (i just filled it up and put 2 big pieces of BR in there with 1 of my 2 filters. So, should i be testing this water before i circulate it throughout the whole tank?

BTW: i love this concept of a sump. Especially on a nano reef. ESPECIALLY when its so hidden away in a closet and you cant even see any of the filters or heaters haha. Cant wait till i get the thing flowing!!!!!

 

Yes, you want it to match the tank as closely as possible to avoid shocking the creatures.

 

ok. Is this tank going to start a cycle?

 

No, it shouldn't cause a cycle. Might just cause a change in params. Similar to doing a really big water change.

 

ok. thanks a lot packleader for helping me through this. Really appreciate it. I should get that return pump and overflow sunday because the LFS is closed on saturdays ): Keep with this thread i will be posting more pictures sunday if everything goes as planned.

O yeah one more thing. How much money should i expect this return pump to be? just an estimate. Considering it has to push the water at least 6 feet.

Thanks,
Ryan

 

and also, can i fully cover the sump in my closet with a lid i already have to stop evaporation? or still not enough gas exchange. Do sumps need gas exchange? (stupid question but i dont want all that salt evaporating)

 

I would leave it uncovered. And the salt won't evaporate, just the water

The size of the overflow will be the determining factor in the pump size, so you will have to start there. If the LFS is at least half-way decent, they should be able to fix you up with everything you need