Fx5 or sump?

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Sizzlahr

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I'm weighing my options on filtration for my 240 gallon arowana tank. Fx5 or sump? .. I currently have a canister that is helping untill I add more filtration. I have never built a sump and have no idea where to start. Also my tank has a 4" lip around the top of the tank. Note pic.
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Any help would be great. I looked into building one on you tube and I do not fully understand. Plus I do not want to flood my house if I mess up or screw up during cleaning.


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Actually you want to see how your stand is build and whether it has the right openings to host a big sump...

There are currently 3 thread on filters...with different options, you can check it out(ignore the flame wars).

For Fx5, I think you will need at least 2.
 
If you have room, i vote sump. maximum filtration for half the price of one fx5. Essentially all you need is the put a few baffles in, add media and return pump.....done.
Maybe look into fluidized bed sumps.
Just imo, depends on how much work you want to do

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Sump tank is the most efficient. I have tried almost all kinds of filtration systems, but I find sump tank is still the best.
 
Whiel a sump can be really nice. i find using heavy plantings keeps my tanks ultra clean. i run a 55 with no filter, all eb it a light bio load of just two fish. the real question is how do you want everythign to look when said and done. my large tank 300 gal, runs just a fx5 and no plants. with three messy cats, wallago included.
 
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