theyellowdartmti

I've been seeing that Red Sea Max system advertised in a lot of places and noticed it was getting very good reviews. It's a bit expensive, but it comes with pretty much everything you need except fish, live rock, etc.
Link: http://www.redseamax.com/redseamax/index.html
I'm thinking about purchasing one, but I'd like to hear some of the experianced saltwater people's or owner's opinions first.

Also, if I do end up getting it, should I remove the included biological filtration? I don't think I'll need it as I'll have plenty of live rock. I also think it will probably hold onto too many nitrates.

I'm a little skeptical on the included protein skimmer as well; Red Sea hasn't exactly rated the best on their skimmers in the past. I do know that it can't be too bad though because I haven't seen any complaints.

Thanks in advance!

-Matt

Slug

Well i have no personal experience with it but know a few people with it. The majority seem to ditch the stock skimmer and get their own (usually a Tunze $$), same with the heater in the end. I've heard the stock stuff will work but the skimmer doesn't skim to the full potential and is a bit loud (compared to another brand i guess?).

I would personally remove the bio filtration myself yes.

theyellowdartmti

Thanks.
I think I'm going to put my own tank together, though. Since shopping around, I realised the Red Sea system is waaay overpriced.

Matt

Slug

It really is i agree. Plus, you get a great deal of satisfaction from setting everything up yourself and making it work, DIY projects and such. I like putting setups together, not these premade deals.

theyellowdartmti

Yeah, definately.