So, I found a 46g Bowfront for $50 with stand and all it needs is some new silicone and the trim painted black. I just sold some stuff on eBay/Half.com so I should be able to pick it up in a week or two. Here is my plan so far:
Tank: 46g Bowfront
Substrate: MTS w/ Possible Flourite Black
Lighting: Fishneedit 36" 2x39w T5HO (Is this enough or too much?)
Filter: Rena XP3
Heater: Rena Smart Heater as Intake
Dosing: Would like to try the EI method with the $19.99 Package from GLA
Co2: None
Approx. Equipment Cost: $300
As far as aquascaping goes, I kind of prefer the Iwagumi style with maybe a few tall plants. I am not sure this can come out good without Co2. Any plant ideas, mainly for the foreground carpet? Also, The time between the aquarium setup and water will be awhile because of lack of funds, so is it a good idea to grow the carpet without water for a couple of weeks, kind of like what people do with HC.
Thanks,
Blake
Tank: 46g Bowfront
Substrate: MTS w/ Possible Flourite Black
Lighting: Fishneedit 36" 2x39w T5HO (Is this enough or too much?)
Filter: Rena XP3
Heater: Rena Smart Heater as Intake
Dosing: Would like to try the EI method with the $19.99 Package from GLA
Co2: None
Approx. Equipment Cost: $300
As far as aquascaping goes, I kind of prefer the Iwagumi style with maybe a few tall plants. I am not sure this can come out good without Co2. Any plant ideas, mainly for the foreground carpet? Also, The time between the aquarium setup and water will be awhile because of lack of funds, so is it a good idea to grow the carpet without water for a couple of weeks, kind of like what people do with HC.
Thanks,
Blake