Filtration
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I say skip the AC110's, they are no good imho.
I wouldn't suggest anything HOB for a 180g tank anyway.
A sump with lots of media and a big pump would be best along with a largish canister for backup.
Rena XP3 is my suggestion.
If no sump, then 3 x Rena XP3 would be perfect.
I wouldn't suggest anything HOB for a 180g tank anyway.
A sump with lots of media and a big pump would be best along with a largish canister for backup.
Rena XP3 is my suggestion.
If no sump, then 3 x Rena XP3 would be perfect.
heavyhitter;2791031; said:Is your tank drilled? A sump will be the best bet.
I have a 180 and I used 3 AC110's and 1 Ehiem 2217. (still need more filtration)
I saved $200 not have the built in overflows for my 180 and I regret it. My previous 180 was drilled and I had a 55g sump and it was superior in every way.
no its not drilled.
heavyhitter;2791031; said:Is your tank drilled? A sump will be the best bet.
I have a 180 and I used 3 AC110's and 1 Ehiem 2217. (still need more filtration)
I saved $200 not have the built in overflows for my 180 and I regret it. My previous 180 was drilled and I had a 55g sump and it was superior in every way.
3 AC110 and 2217 still not enough bro? what fish do you keep?
I have a 180 with two AC 110's and a Rena XP3.
I plan to add another Rena XP3 in the future, they are awesome!!!
I plan to add another Rena XP3 in the future, they are awesome!!!
Bderick67;2789809; said:IMO multiple smaller filters is better then a single large filter. Alot will depend on the stocking of the tank. If you have the room a wet/dry sump would be your best bet. If you don't go sump I would do a pair of AC110s and at least one canister filter. Alot of people like the Fluval FX5, personally I would rather go with a pair of Rena XP3s or Eheim 2217s.
I guess you like to clean stuff alot. Lol
Be a man get a Ocean clear http://www.pets-warehouse.com/vpasp/shopexd.asp?id=101572 and a 1400gph powerhead
its a powerful as 2 FX5 which is about the same as 5-6 crappy ass ac110's
