This guide is great but i think a welcome addition to a total newbie would be to explain what each and every part of the system does so we can understand the system as a whole too and what parts of the equipment do. I'm assuming this guide is for those progressing from having more basic systems.
@@kadenstimpson3167 I think that's a good trait to have, even if it can be frustrating at times. All manners of curiosity are a good thing in my opinion.
Best one-stop saltwater set up video on TH-cam! Years of experience and research condensed in to 18mins. Follow this and you won't go wrong. We'll done @Reefdork, what a guy.
You just inspired me to try saltwater again. I see where I failed the first time. I thank you very much for all the information in this video. I love that you indexed the video. The extra effort shows, not just yanking your chain here.
Have freshwater tanks over a decade, and just before New Year somehow reef tanks appeared in my feed and i always knew one day i will go there :) I think time has come :D Such videos is especially helpful! Thanks, subscribed and going through your content :)
Back in the 80s when I had a saltwater aquarium, my first two fish were damselfishes. One looked very similar to the blue one at 16:08 the other one was a striped damselfish about the same size but a different shape. From what I remember the striped one was pretty aggressive after I added other fish but I don't think the blue one was. I remember a few years later the blue one disappeared. I eventually found his decomposing remains in one of the coral hiding spots. Oh well, he lived a pretty long life for a fish in captivity (a few years)
@@banshee_studios_uk I just looked it up and I think you're right. Looks like the fish I had. Even though small, he used to chase the other fish and he lived pretty long too.
As usual, great video. Officially starting my cycle on Sunday but some not so lively hitchhikers on my rock seem to have decided to get it going before then! 😂
Another great video from Reef Dork! I've been following your channel for a very long time now, Reef aquariums are my "passive youtube hobby" - and one day I might gonna buy me one. This video is definitely on top of my lists as a tutorials on how to do it correctly!
im really surprised that this video is so helpful in every way. it was really hard for me to understand how reef tank works from other youtubers but this video really explained everything that i need to know to have a reef tank. I just subscribed to your channel!
i bought the same tank second hand 2 days ago lol great timing on the serious. would love to see how you would integrate a filter sock or cup onto this system
Recently started my first 20 gallon saltwater tank. I already have everything that I needed such as filter, light, and a power head. I spent $58 for live rock that weighed 10 pounds and I got a 50 pound salt bucket for $40 of chewy, plus hydrometer to test salinity for $8 also off chewy. Currently cycling the tank to speed up the process I used a fluval bacteria starter , however I still lost my pair of clownfish. I should’ve waited for the 3 week mark to test for nitrite then add the clownfish along with bacteria starter. Lesson learned glad I only lost $20 worth of fish. One thing that I found helpful in my old freshwater setup was taking media filter from an old tank and placing it in a new setup to speed the process in half, so I’m going to do that with my saltwater tank and hope for the best. Going bigger is better in saltwater hobby, but those just starting out go with a 20 gallon or even a 40 gallon for better results and fewer fluctuations in water parameters it’ll just cost you a bit more.
Absolutely cracking video… I’m looking to purchase my first take very soon. Either a Red Sea Reefer 250xl or a 350…. This video was by far the best breakdown for what I need and why… thank you.. really appreciate #nervous #excited #nocluewhatimdoing
Just a quick note, its actually not important the tank is level stress wise. Obviously appearance wise you want it to be level, but you should never worry about your tank busting apart or leaking from being unlevel. You just want to make sure the bottom of the tank is evenly supported. Thanks to static fluid pressure, the forces on the tank only depend on head height, and apply evenly in every direction. You could have a tank be 45 degrees off and the tank will still be totally safe.
Thanks so much for making this video. Now I understand how to setup a sump. Still not sure I trust my self to fit the pipe work though. So after using juwel tanks for the past 10 years maybe this is the year i finally get a sumped system. Only issue I have is my clown fish are in an 80cm long juwel tank which is 125 litres. To change to a sump system I would have to buy something like a red sea reefer 170 or aquaone reefsys 180 which are 2ft cubes, so my fish would be going from a narrow rectangle tank to a 2ft square sumped tank so they wouldn’t have as much swimming space.
Great video. I have that fish tank myself, it was the first one I bought. I got anxiety though from the lack of QT on the clowns. I suffered a velvet outbreak a few months in my journey and that is when I bought a second tank for QT.
It's a great start for my project. I would love you do a next video for Introduction to Sump, Filteration GFO Carbon or Crush coral filteration along with how to start introducing corals without hitting hard with Algae.. 👍🏽 Loving the Beginner Playlist aswell..
Hey Reef Dork I Saw parkers video today and they showed a very Nice Cade aquarium With Steel stand that was Nice you should have a look on these aquariums one Time
hi alex...big fan..love all your videos.. I'm from India and corals are banned in India.. however tube worm, anemones and other inverts are not.. so can you make a video suggesting creators that can help me create a "non-coral" reef tank
Saltwater is easy once set up… you don’t need all this ,,, saltwater maintains its ph better than a fresh,,, don’t be scared,, though after watching this I can see the pullback for saltwater, seriously though, tank pump filter lights water filter, Brita pitcher cheap
@@f87115 need an RODI water filter.... cheapest is $160, need a powerhead, need special lights if i want to do anything other than fish, need to buy salt, a salinity measurement tool... it's a LOT different than freshwater and much more intensive
I've always wanted to have a saltwater aquarium as they're beautiful but I keep freshwater because it's way simpler and more forgiving. Great video though!
Great video. Happy New Year. I always put sand first, then rocks. It is risky putting rocks first, if one tumbles, or you drop one, the rock hitting bare glass might not end well. You can always dig around the rock base to ensure the rocks touch the bottom. Love how you didn't drip acclimate the clowns. Even my LFS said just to put the bag in to temp match your aquarium then put the clowns in, they can survive anything.
I love damsels:( but honestly they can be a huge pain. I find that if you just keep them together, and have plenty of hiding places they generally don’t cause much harm. Can’t stress enough about keep only damsels or none in a tank this size. Other than that, their hardy, inexpensive, and come in a large variety of colors. They also don’t pester inverts and they don’t mess with corals( usually:()
Great video. And, I'm a senior and I still can't build stuff with legos. Good thing my husband is at it good at it or all my aquariums (13) would all be on the floor
@@ReefDork There are a few key differences. Evergrows have a different spectrum, if you compare the LED’s they’re not the same layout. Evergrows also use a different controller, and don’t use the same app (if they use an app at all).
Looking for a budget setup? Here's a $182 setup guide - th-cam.com/video/9EcC49z7DNI/w-d-xo.html
😂 me too
This guide is great but i think a welcome addition to a total newbie would be to explain what each and every part of the system does so we can understand the system as a whole too and what parts of the equipment do. I'm assuming this guide is for those progressing from having more basic systems.
Agreed. I struggle to learn how to do things if I don't understand the reasons for why things are done the way they are
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That's what I thought too. I'm a complete newbie. So I'm sort of lost already.
@@kadenstimpson3167 I think that's a good trait to have, even if it can be frustrating at times. All manners of curiosity are a good thing in my opinion.
Not gunna lie most youtubers would of dragged this out in to 10 episodes great short vid
The humor really brings this video to the next level. Good stuff.
Best one-stop saltwater set up video on TH-cam! Years of experience and research condensed in to 18mins. Follow this and you won't go wrong. We'll done @Reefdork, what a guy.
🤣 Cheers David
I've consumed hundreds of hours of content and this was by far the most helpful video I've seen as I get geared up to get going in the hobby.
You just inspired me to try saltwater again. I see where I failed the first time. I thank you very much for all the information in this video. I love that you indexed the video. The extra effort shows, not just yanking your chain here.
Thanks, glad you liked it
Have freshwater tanks over a decade, and just before New Year somehow reef tanks appeared in my feed and i always knew one day i will go there :) I think time has come :D Such videos is especially helpful! Thanks, subscribed and going through your content :)
Did you set one up?!
Great video. You made me forget about wanting a Saltwater tank.....I'll stay fresh hahaha
Thanks , gotta love the seal subliminal messages
The seal at 4:12👌
Good video. Lots of little extra tips most videos won't contain, magnet trick with the sand - brilliant.
Back in the 80s when I had a saltwater aquarium, my first two fish were damselfishes. One looked very similar to the blue one at 16:08 the other one was a striped damselfish about the same size but a different shape. From what I remember the striped one was pretty aggressive after I added other fish but I don't think the blue one was. I remember a few years later the blue one disappeared. I eventually found his decomposing remains in one of the coral hiding spots. Oh well, he lived a pretty long life for a fish in captivity (a few years)
The other striped fish you mention sounds like a humbug damsel (Black & white striped) very territorial but really Hardy.
@@banshee_studios_uk I just looked it up and I think you're right. Looks like the fish I had. Even though small, he used to chase the other fish and he lived pretty long too.
I am a really big fan of your commentary! thank you for your videos
"water tight seal" 🦭😂😂. Love it
Nice video... Any about how to do a cover ?
I haven't made a video, but most covers are pretty easy to put together...
You’re awesome dude. Really awesome tips that-you’re right-I have not heard on ANY of the other salesman videos I’ve watched.
Great video Alex! Always love seeing tank set up and build videos. Looking forward to the rest of this series.
As usual, great video. Officially starting my cycle on Sunday but some not so lively hitchhikers on my rock seem to have decided to get it going before then! 😂
Another great video from Reef Dork!
I've been following your channel for a very long time now, Reef aquariums are my "passive youtube hobby" - and one day I might gonna buy me one.
This video is definitely on top of my lists as a tutorials on how to do it correctly!
Another nice video! Well done!
A brilliant comprehensive guide for beginners. How much did this setup cost you? Love your channel. Happy New Year to you and your family. 👍
Costs video to follow next week... 😁
i love the hilarious things he says in such a flat voice
My mom wants a saltwater tank (I do too but don’t tell her XD) so this is a big help and explains a few things
Hey you're great at this, I wish you luck on your channel sir
im really surprised that this video is so helpful in every way. it was really hard for me to understand how reef tank works from other youtubers but this video really explained everything that i need to know to have a reef tank. I just subscribed to your channel!
Damn This is just what I needed, How hard is it to find the right guide! thank you very much Sir,
i bought the same tank second hand 2 days ago lol great timing on the serious. would love to see how you would integrate a filter sock or cup onto this system
Lol enjoyable 👍
Most helpful video I’ve seen for setting up a new tank! 👏🏻
Recently started my first 20 gallon saltwater tank. I already have everything that I needed such as filter, light, and a power head. I spent $58 for live rock that weighed 10 pounds and I got a 50 pound salt bucket for $40 of chewy, plus hydrometer to test salinity for $8 also off chewy. Currently cycling the tank to speed up the process I used a fluval bacteria starter , however I still lost my pair of clownfish. I should’ve waited for the 3 week mark to test for nitrite then add the clownfish along with bacteria starter. Lesson learned glad I only lost $20 worth of fish. One thing that I found helpful in my old freshwater setup was taking media filter from an old tank and placing it in a new setup to speed the process in half, so I’m going to do that with my saltwater tank and hope for the best. Going bigger is better in saltwater hobby, but those just starting out go with a 20 gallon or even a 40 gallon for better results and fewer fluctuations in water parameters it’ll just cost you a bit more.
Istarted mine with Live sand from my local beach. Collected the water from the beach too. 800 litres of water for my 6 foot tank.
You're going Aquashella Dallas?! Awesome!!
Absolutely cracking video… I’m looking to purchase my first take very soon. Either a Red Sea Reefer 250xl or a 350…. This video was by far the best breakdown for what I need and why… thank you.. really appreciate
#nervous #excited #nocluewhatimdoing
Great video! Accurate information and humorous narration. Look forward to the next one!
Just a quick note, its actually not important the tank is level stress wise. Obviously appearance wise you want it to be level, but you should never worry about your tank busting apart or leaking from being unlevel. You just want to make sure the bottom of the tank is evenly supported. Thanks to static fluid pressure, the forces on the tank only depend on head height, and apply evenly in every direction. You could have a tank be 45 degrees off and the tank will still be totally safe.
The failed silicone joints on my tank disagree. When not level, you put more stress on those joints.
Aqua one mini reefs are really under rated! They are a great looking tank for what you pay for them!
Great tutorial for starters!!! Compliments from our side!
Great video. Enjoyable and not overdone.
Thanks so much for making this video. Now I understand how to setup a sump. Still not sure I trust my self to fit the pipe work though. So after using juwel tanks for the past 10 years maybe this is the year i finally get a sumped system.
Only issue I have is my clown fish are in an 80cm long juwel tank which is 125 litres. To change to a sump system I would have to buy something like a red sea reefer 170 or aquaone reefsys 180 which are 2ft cubes, so my fish would be going from a narrow rectangle tank to a 2ft square sumped tank so they wouldn’t have as much swimming space.
Clowns wouldn't be bothered about the swimming space I'd guess - they hardly move in most tanks!
You’ll find the clowns will spend 99% of their life’s in one corner no matter what size tank you have!
Lube on the hinges. Genius, will do now.
Nobody likes you
That seal jumpscare made me spit my drink XD
Thanks for the video, very informative. A lot of new info for me... You seem very well researched!
Who saw the seal?😂
I had to go back to make sure i wasnt going crazy XD
@@Brandon9856 lmfao
Thought I was having a stroke !
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Really funny & enjoyed this tutorial.... very helpful too thanks :) :)
So much good info in this video, best I've seen
Good sharing
I love how just assumes I have a partner lol
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That was a good and easily understandable tutorial for beginners keep it up
Now THIS IS A SET UP !
Most how to set up a marine tank videos stress me out, they all seem way too overwhelming. This one is great!
THANK god for this series🤗
Really like the fightclub seal!;)
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Great video. I have that fish tank myself, it was the first one I bought. I got anxiety though from the lack of QT on the clowns. I suffered a velvet outbreak a few months in my journey and that is when I bought a second tank for QT.
great video as usual. I'm starting to plan my first reef tank so good timing on this one.
It's a great start for my project. I would love you do a next video for Introduction to Sump, Filteration GFO Carbon or Crush coral filteration along with how to start introducing corals without hitting hard with Algae.. 👍🏽
Loving the Beginner Playlist aswell..
Bless the Mrs.Reef Dork
Wow! More complicated than I thought! Thank you though.
Great and helpful video thank you .
Hey Reef Dork I Saw parkers video today and they showed a very Nice Cade aquarium With Steel stand that was Nice you should have a look on these aquariums one Time
Very good instruction. Well done
Great video
Funny video. Thanks for sharing.
Amazing video. Love it!
I love how he puts it next to the 🔥 place 😆
Love the video! That light is definitely not cheap 🤣
I had.... NOOOOOO CLUE... that salt water tanks had this much going on. WOOOOOOOOW! I still want one!
Have you done a video on setting up a coral QT tank? That's my next mission
Never QT'd corals i'm afraid...
hi alex...big fan..love all your videos..
I'm from India and corals are banned in India.. however tube worm, anemones and other inverts are not..
so can you make a video suggesting creators that can help me create a "non-coral" reef tank
This is beginner? WOW, I'm probably gonna stay with freshwater forever
Tank pump lights that’s all you need
Saltwater is easy once set up… you don’t need all this ,,, saltwater maintains its ph better than a fresh,,, don’t be scared,, though after watching this I can see the pullback for saltwater, seriously though, tank pump filter lights water filter, Brita pitcher cheap
@@f87115 need an RODI water filter.... cheapest is $160, need a powerhead, need special lights if i want to do anything other than fish, need to buy salt, a salinity measurement tool...
it's a LOT different than freshwater and much more intensive
@@subadanus6310 I doubt you need rodi water
@@nickthompson7369 300+ GH ml/l hardness, carbonate 300+, PH 8.0...
yes, i do
Awesome video! Funny guy and easy to listen to. :)
(Just subbed) ;)
Im gonna do this idea for my 5 gallon gsp puffer tank
I've always wanted to have a saltwater aquarium as they're beautiful but I keep freshwater because it's way simpler and more forgiving. Great video though!
Great video. Happy New Year.
I always put sand first, then rocks. It is risky putting rocks first, if one tumbles, or you drop one, the rock hitting bare glass might not end well. You can always dig around the rock base to ensure the rocks touch the bottom. Love how you didn't drip acclimate the clowns. Even my LFS said just to put the bag in to temp match your aquarium then put the clowns in, they can survive anything.
People advising drip acclimation for fish is my pet peeve!
Rock always before sand sitting on egg crate...then if a fish digs the sand it won’t all crash down
Great video
Probs a stupid question but the water you use for the top up reservoir still needs to be ro di water I assume?
Yep, absolutely
Hi there how much salt for 12 litre tank for brine shrimp please its just the set up of the salt water thankyou so much for your video 😀
When you moved the tank over with Mrs reef dork did you use furniture sliders ? Need to move mine soon.
No, I think I put cardboard under it but I can't remember now
@@ReefDork how many gallons is it ? Got to move my 30g to get floor layed. Drain and move on sliders will be ok ?
" if you do jus don't tell,anyone on fb 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
Hideous wallpaper mate
its oldschool i like it haha
Happy New Year!
Very informative
My 100G reef tank is ran on a fluval 407 canister with a inline heater and uv steriliser...no sump or skimmer and it’s been thriving for years
Great job .... . I have questions where from u got crocodile clips for plumbing I couldn't find them anywhere ?
They came with the tank and I can't find them online either! I don't even know what they're called I'm afraid...
@@ReefDork tkanks for replay if I am right they called crocodile clip in US but here in UK no idea.... .
@@piotrzemanek5947 They are called Herbie Clips in the U.K. but not easy to get a hold of.
Thanks Simon I found a website with all dimensions clips it might help somebody www.westfieldfasteners.co.uk/Nylon-Blk_HoseClip_HCL_Herbie.html
Subscribed!
hello, excellent video as always, but can you tell me where you brought your fish trap that you use in your Peninsular tank please
I got it from my lfs, ReefKeeper Windsor. But it's made by Aqua Medic.
nice to see details like the silicon grease. that should be in the manual.
I love damsels:( but honestly they can be a huge pain. I find that if you just keep them together, and have plenty of hiding places they generally don’t cause much harm. Can’t stress enough about keep only damsels or none in a tank this size. Other than that, their hardy, inexpensive, and come in a large variety of colors. They also don’t pester inverts and they don’t mess with corals( usually:()
Cost of salt water set up makes me run miles, but you make it seem easy. Maybe just maybe you may have convinced me.👌
Question - can sponge filters be used instead hung on back filter?
Yep - if you buy large sheets of cheap filter floss, you can throw it away and replace it every few days to good effect.
I'm literally never going to get a saltwater aquairium, I watched the entire video for the jokes alone. well done
Great video. And, I'm a senior and I still can't build stuff with legos. Good thing my husband is at it good at it or all my aquariums (13) would all be on the floor
I love your videos, ı hope ı can set up a reef tank🥲
Do you recommend have and air rock in the tank as well?
No, not necessary in a saltwater tank - you get oxygenation from the other pumps.
Great video 👍
Love this channel. Glad I don’t have any kids to hear my swear words while I’m working on my tanks.
Great video as always. Can you tell me where you got the plastic hose clamps from?
They came with the tank I'm afraid - I tried to find them online when I made the video but couldn't
@@ReefDork no worries. Thanks for the reply. Think I have found them now on Amazon.
@@simonhedderwick4516 could you post a link?
@@ReefDork Try this - Glarks 121Pcs 8 Size Heavy Duty Black Double Gripping Nylon Hose Clamps Set, 6.1-26.1mm Plastic Snap Ratcheting Clamps Assortment Kit (Black 121Pcs)
thank u Sir
Is that the Reef Breeders Photon over the tank in the first part?
Evergrows, but yeah basically the same thing 🙂
@@ReefDork There are a few key differences.
Evergrows have a different spectrum, if you compare the LED’s they’re not the same layout.
Evergrows also use a different controller, and don’t use the same app (if they use an app at all).
Bạn làm hay lắm chúc bạn luôn thành công nhé
were did u buy the Aqua One Mini Reef 120 ?
and stand was included ?