What do you guys think of these tanks?

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  1. tampadude

    tampadude Plankton

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    What do you guys think of these two tanks I'm considering purchasing?
    Thank you so much in advance for any help!

    I found this tank nearby me...currently operating as SW tank with coral and includes a sump... Does it seem like a good deal?
    Salt water Reef Fish Tank Aquarium

    - He stated there is algae growing... is that a problem?
    - Also, I know using used rock/coral could be harmful...is it better to buy new stuff?

    VS

    This stand that was used for freshwater (Which I would be converting to SW) that includes a filter pump? 55 Gallon Aquarium With Oak Stand
     
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  2. tampadude

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    One other question! Can I use standard filters that you would see in FW tanks in a SW tank instead of a sump?
     
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  3. RedGambit

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    Its a decent deal IMO. I would like to know what kind of equipment he has listed. like what kind of skimmer. Its hard to tell from the picture and stuff. I dont see it listed but does the tank have scratches and stuff like that are things you will probably want to find out.
     
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    offer the guy with the one all the goodies 200.00...and don't go over 300.00..see where ya land...with the lights, rock and all the "stuff" you wont be hurt..JMO. ; )
     
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    could be wrong...but it looks like one of those berlin brand skimmers?:confused:
     
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    you want to keep the sump...imo;)
     
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    Thanks for all the input guys! I'll offer him 200 and see where it gets me!
     
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    I guess what Im asking is if I decide to buy the other tank can I use the standard FW drop filter if Im running a SW tank?
     
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    I dont have a sump so I use an aqueon hang on back filter to run carbon for the tank and just filter out fish poo, left over food if any and stuff along with my skimmer.
     
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    Oh okay, sweet man. So if I buy a tank with nothing included... I can buy a $55 Aqueon filter for a 55 gallon tank, a skimmer, powerhead, heater, RO/DI unit.and I should be good?
     
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