55 gallon Dream Setup

Just tell me what your dream set up would be for a 55 gallon Tropical Set up.

Lighting
Filtration
and any extra's that you would love to have

Yes I just bought a 55 gallon ($40) and want to set this thing up right. So dream a bit for me. LOL

 

I've posted similar thread looking for the best practical setup. so I'm here following. the only 100% for sure thing I know I'm planning on is the Fluval q2 air pump. as for the rest? I have no clue yet!

 

I'm just being nosy I'm looking to upgrade and to me bigger the better! Where did you get a 55 gallon that cheap? If you don't mind me asking. The cheapest I can find is $160 which is outta my price range! However, I am in need of an upgrade! Lol

 

I was looking for a tank on craigslist, and found a pet store going out of business that is about 1hr 15min away. I'm going back this weekend to pick up some other things that I think I want, but want to see what people come up with from this forum. The guy has everything, Fluval, Rena, Sun Sun, Eheim canister filters, all 75% off. Auto feeders, UV Starilizers, timers, cyprus drift wood, seriously everything. I have hit the jackpot as far as I'm concerned.

 

Fulval 306 canister filter. Finnex fugray 2 led light. 250. Watt heater. Digital thermometer. Whole back walk as bubble wall. nd whole thing with real plants.

 

Hey Underwater, I'm looking to get a Sun sun canister. If he still has any, is there any way we could maybe work out a deal where I PayPal you the cost plus shipping, and get you to send me one? Lol, that's a killer deal, and I thought it wouldn't hurt to ask.

 

Thanks for the post.

Mims, I just added you as a contact. I have no problem helping you out. what size are you wanting. Keeping in mind that he may be out so if he doesn't have the sun sun that you want, give me a few more types and sizes that you would be ok with as well as the amount your willing to spend.

Apologizes to the moderator.

 

I'll let you know when I get in a computer. It suddenly won't let me message you. Thank you!

 

Yes you did! You're very lucky!!

 

I got my tank, and started to build the stand today, I should only need one more day to work on it, then I'll move it into my house (probably next Saturday. Just wanted to show it off, I'm pretty excited about it. The stands canopy is on hinges, and put a 1" 1/2 space behind the tank to allow plumbing from my sump and wires. I going to change the door a little but for the most part this is it. 55 gallon tank with a custom built stand.

 

Awesome! I would use a Uv light, I'm not too much into brands, because I love live plants and fish.


"Loving a pet is not enough, you have to discipline it, feed it and treat them when they are sick."
-Cacret

 

I'm looking to get a 55 gallon and build my own stand as well...I love what you've made. Is this your own creation or did you have a guide of some sort?

 

That's a killer tank

 

Jroe263, no plans, just my own creation. I knew I didn't want a messy looking tank with wires and pipes everywhere, I wanted it modern looking, and I also wanted the maintenance to be as simple as possible. The only way to achieve that was to come up with something on my own. I took a lot of photos of the build, so if anyone is interested, I can post a how to guide with material lists once the project is complete (next weekend).

 

Wow, that's going to be gorgeous!!!!