A bit of background:
I had my heart set on an ADA tank. I've mulling it over and I think I'm going to rule that out, too much money and they dont offer hood/lid kit. I can't have that in my home. I have a cat and wife won't let me lock hom out.
I've had tank in the past, I tried one planted and I failed miserably. I've moving around a lot that last 5 years and finally settled down, unless I lose my job because of the economy. I'm desperate to get back into the hobby regardless.
With all that said, I need input on my tank setup and size. I've been reading and thinking a 40 gallon breeder may be the way to go. I'm worried that I may be getting in over my head with that size of a tank. Should I start with a smaller tank or should just get the larger tank from the begining? Any suggestion on the approach? Should I go for a smaller tank and move slowly or dive in with the 40 gallon breeder?
Should I go for glass or acryilic? Is there another tank maker other than ADA that offers quality setups, ie, tank, hood, lighting and stand? The generic stuff at the LFS looks so cheap in comparison. I'm ready to buy the tank and stand so I can start other phases of planning. I feel the tank and stand are to one choice I can't mess up on or I'll be unhappy. Also, does anyone use a canopy with their planted tank?
With all the experience here, I really need the help. Btw, I live in Gilbert, AZ so if anyone knows a store I should go to for the tank, or other things down the road let me know.
Thanks
I had my heart set on an ADA tank. I've mulling it over and I think I'm going to rule that out, too much money and they dont offer hood/lid kit. I can't have that in my home. I have a cat and wife won't let me lock hom out.
I've had tank in the past, I tried one planted and I failed miserably. I've moving around a lot that last 5 years and finally settled down, unless I lose my job because of the economy. I'm desperate to get back into the hobby regardless.
With all that said, I need input on my tank setup and size. I've been reading and thinking a 40 gallon breeder may be the way to go. I'm worried that I may be getting in over my head with that size of a tank. Should I start with a smaller tank or should just get the larger tank from the begining? Any suggestion on the approach? Should I go for a smaller tank and move slowly or dive in with the 40 gallon breeder?
Should I go for glass or acryilic? Is there another tank maker other than ADA that offers quality setups, ie, tank, hood, lighting and stand? The generic stuff at the LFS looks so cheap in comparison. I'm ready to buy the tank and stand so I can start other phases of planning. I feel the tank and stand are to one choice I can't mess up on or I'll be unhappy. Also, does anyone use a canopy with their planted tank?
With all the experience here, I really need the help. Btw, I live in Gilbert, AZ so if anyone knows a store I should go to for the tank, or other things down the road let me know.
Thanks