Hi everyone!
First off, just wanted to say I've learned tons already from these forums, its great! :thm: I'm trying to start a new 40 gallon FOWLR tank - I plan on going today to get started.
I had a question about filters/skimmers. I'd like to get a good quality skimmer, and I've heard the AquaC Remora (http://www.petstore.com/ps_viewitem.aspx?idproduct=AC3113&child=ACRDM&utm_source=pscseggl&utm_medium=pscse&utm_term=pscsegglACRDM&utm_content=pscsegglAquaC%20Remora%20Hang-On%20Protein%20Skimmer%20w/%20Drain%20Fitting%20+%20Maxi-Jet%201200%20Pump&utm_campaign=pscseggl )will do a very good job for that at around $180. From there I'm not sure because I've heard both that a hang on regular filter is needed, and some that say a protein skimmer is all you need. The LFS recommended a Bak Pak which has the traditional filter and protein skimmer in one for $200.
Do you guys think it would be a better idea to go with the Remora and maybe another traditional filter, or is it ok to go with the somewhat cheaper all in one Bak Pak?
Thanks for the help!
Tommy
First off, just wanted to say I've learned tons already from these forums, its great! :thm: I'm trying to start a new 40 gallon FOWLR tank - I plan on going today to get started.
I had a question about filters/skimmers. I'd like to get a good quality skimmer, and I've heard the AquaC Remora (http://www.petstore.com/ps_viewitem.aspx?idproduct=AC3113&child=ACRDM&utm_source=pscseggl&utm_medium=pscse&utm_term=pscsegglACRDM&utm_content=pscsegglAquaC%20Remora%20Hang-On%20Protein%20Skimmer%20w/%20Drain%20Fitting%20+%20Maxi-Jet%201200%20Pump&utm_campaign=pscseggl )will do a very good job for that at around $180. From there I'm not sure because I've heard both that a hang on regular filter is needed, and some that say a protein skimmer is all you need. The LFS recommended a Bak Pak which has the traditional filter and protein skimmer in one for $200.
Do you guys think it would be a better idea to go with the Remora and maybe another traditional filter, or is it ok to go with the somewhat cheaper all in one Bak Pak?
Thanks for the help!
Tommy