Filter confusion

ok... Seeing how you're very limited in space (in terms of fitting a sump in the cabinet,) I would scrap that idea, still not spend the money on an eheim, and possibly go with a hang on back model refugium.
http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+3727+3618&pcatid=3618




Check out this thread. Only thing, since the tank is a hex. you'd have to make sure something like this would fit...


http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+3727+3618&pcatid=3618
http://www.aquariacentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=213672
 
you could buy a bigger second hand tank for 250 bucks.save your money,you will regret buying that filter.a rubbermaid sump would be your best bet,check the DIY section here on AC,these guys have alot of really good ideas
 
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