# FS: Fish Tank/Lots of accessories

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**Created:** [June 26, 2008, 9:19pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502 "2008-06-26T21:19:45Z")\
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**Author:** ![NedZ32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nedz32/32/6393_2.png) [@NedZ32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NedZ32)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 9:19pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/1 "2008-06-26T21:19:45Z")

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Don’t know if any of you guys are aquatic/herp enthusiasts. I used to be until I got involved in cars and bought the Z. Anyways, just thought I’d put it out there and see if any of you guys are interested. All prices on the “major” stuff are OBO. Lesser stuff like foods and chemicals are pretty much set, since they’re going for cheap. Let me know if you want anything.

[http://albany.craigslist.org/for/722563423.html](http://albany.craigslist.org/for/722563423.html)

protein skimmer-$100

double biowheel hang on filter-$30

46g bowfront tank with hood and light-$200

10g tank with hood and light-$25

Marineland Powerhead-$10

These next things are all foods/chemicals

Kent Marine Superbuffer(dKH)-$5

Kent Marine pH-Buffer-$5

Kent Marine Liquid Calcium,Strontium&Molybdenum and Iodine-$15 for all 3

Hikari Daphnia (food)-$2

Wardley Marine Flake Food-$2

Kent Marine Chromaplex-$5

Hikari Krill(food)-$2

Red Sea pH and water buffer-$5

Purple Up-$5

Large Goldfish pellets-$3

Spirulina pellets-$3

Wardley reptile sticks-$3

ReptoMin Floating food sticks-$2

Jurassivite vitamin supplement-$1

Dragon Dust-$2

Four Paws Vita Spray-$3

Saltwater Full Test Kit-$10

Kent Marine Nitrate “Sponge”(roughly 3lb left)-$5

Deep Six Hydrometer-$2

Tetra Test Fresh/Salt Water test kit-$5

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**Author:** ![K20power](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/41988e/32.png) [@K20power](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/K20power)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 9:20pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/2 "2008-06-26T21:20:59Z")

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does it come with fish and lizards?

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**Author:** ![Swifty](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ecae2f/32.png) [@Swifty](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Swifty)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 9:21pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/3 "2008-06-26T21:21:38Z")

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i’ll let my uncle know about some of this stuff, it all looks like egyptian carvings to me, but he’s really into his fish. maybe you got some stuff he can pick up for cheap.

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**Author:** ![NedZ32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nedz32/32/6393_2.png) [@NedZ32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NedZ32)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 9:22pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/4 "2008-06-26T21:22:17Z")

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Nope, they’ve long since been sold. The tank is empty and just sitting around.

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**Author:** ![NedZ32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nedz32/32/6393_2.png) [@NedZ32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NedZ32)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 9:23pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/5 "2008-06-26T21:23:03Z")

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> [@Swifty](#):
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> i’ll let my uncle know about some of this stuff, it all looks like egyptian carvings to me, but he’s really into his fish. maybe you got some stuff he can pick up for cheap.

Cool, I appreciate that. Let me get some pics up of when I had the entire system running.

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**Author:** ![Vovchandr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/vovchandr/32/6275_2.png) [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 9:27pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/6 "2008-06-26T21:27:23Z")

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How about the actual tank?

Do you have a picture that would include most of the stuff for sale?

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**Author:** ![NedZ32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nedz32/32/6393_2.png) [@NedZ32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NedZ32)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 9:28pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/7 "2008-06-26T21:28:43Z")

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I had it setup as a freshwater system for a year or so and then went all out and did a reef system. As awesome as it was, I spent over 5k on the setup with chemicals, fish, supplies and whatnot. I could’ve got myself a nice TT if I had instead saved that money. Anyways enough crying, lol. On to the pics.

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/10-15-06_2140.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/10-15-06_2140.jpg)

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3257.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3257.jpg)

 ![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3251.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3251.jpg)

 ![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3250.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3250.jpg)

 ![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3241.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3241.jpg)

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3234.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3234.jpg)

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3189.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3189.jpg)

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3185.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3185.jpg)

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3070.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/100_3070.jpg)

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**Author:** ![NedZ32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nedz32/32/6393_2.png) [@NedZ32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NedZ32)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 9:32pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/8 "2008-06-26T21:32:38Z")

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Few things to note- I traded the filter that you see in those pics for a Magnum canister filter. Canister filters are THE shiznit when it comes to filtration, but cleaning them is a PITA so if I can find the Magnum canister filter, I’ll just throw it in with the sale of the 46g tank.

The protein skimmer isn’t pictures in those pics because the pics were taken when the tank was fresh water and protein skimmers are only for saltwater applications. I’m looking through my photobucket to see if I can find the saltwater pics that show the skimmer.

Any other questions, just ask.

edit-Oh and also, the ornaments may or may not be included with the tank. I honestly don’t remember if I kept them or if I threw them out. If I do have them, I’ll throw them in as well with the sale of the large tank.

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**Author:** ![Vovchandr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/vovchandr/32/6275_2.png) [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 9:43pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/9 "2008-06-26T21:43:51Z")

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:wow impressive.

I didn’t realize the tank was for sale as well, that’s what I was looking for originally.

I know it might be a little more complicated, but I would separate the list for the people who are not into tanks or fishing but would like to get into it (like me).

Which of the stuff would be needed to be bought with the tank to get the very basic setup going to support the fish? What would be the price of a “starter kit” from you?

It would sure help the browsers.

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**Author:** ![Swifty](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ecae2f/32.png) [@Swifty](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Swifty)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 9:48pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/10 "2008-06-26T21:48:35Z")

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aw, you love your fishies! :nod

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**Author:** ![NedZ32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nedz32/32/6393_2.png) [@NedZ32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NedZ32)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 10:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/11 "2008-06-26T22:00:16Z")

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> [@Vovchandr](#):
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> :wow impressive.
> 
> I didn’t realize the tank was for sale as well, that’s what I was looking for originally.
> 
> I know it might be a little more complicated, but I would separate the list for the people who are not into tanks or fishing but would like to get into it (like me).
> 
> Which of the stuff would be needed to be bought with the tank to get the very basic setup going to support the fish? What would be the price of a “starter kit” from you?
> 
> It would sure help the browsers.

Thanks, I used to be WAY into fish and animals.

As for a starter kit, it depends on your intent with the tank and what kind of fish you plan on keeping. Saltwater is the more complex, in depth and expensive route so I don’t recommend starting out that way. I would go with a nice freshwater setup.

For a simple freshwater setup, all you really need is-

1.The Tank  
2.Canopy(Hood)/Light  
4.Filter  
3.Gravel  
4.Ornaments(Pseudo is better for starters than real)  
5.Correct Food  
6.Water Dechlorinate(Simple chemicals, sold in bottles)  
7.Test Kit  
[8.Net](http://8.Net)  
9.Gravel Vacuum  
10.Bucket

Off the top of my head, I’d say probably close to $250 for starter supplies from me. Only thing that I can’t supply you with is gravel and a bucket. Again, I’m not sure if I have the ornaments so thats a maybe.

So basically for $250 you’d get

1.46 gallon Bowfront Tank  
2.Hood w/ striplight and bulb  
3.Double Biowheel filter with one carbon element cartridge(filter replacement cartridge. The filter I’m selling takes two)  
4.Foods and chemicals(I’ll be generous with what I give.)  
5. 2 used test kits.  
6.A net  
7. An enormous gravel vacuum. I don’t know exactly how long it is but I know I paid roughly $70 for that damn thing.lol I had to duct tape another hose to it because I think it snapped or something, cant remember to be honest. Its been a while since I’ve used it.

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**Author:** ![Vovchandr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/vovchandr/32/6275_2.png) [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 10:13pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/12 "2008-06-26T22:13:24Z")

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That looks like a great deal.

I always wanted a fish tank, but was never going to have enough time to get everything together so I’m considering this.

Between electricity and fish food and filters, is there any other usual, regular upkeep that needs to be done?

What’s the monthly cost of having a half a dozen fresh fish setup?

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**Author:** ![NedZ32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nedz32/32/6393_2.png) [@NedZ32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NedZ32)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 10:15pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/13 "2008-06-26T22:15:53Z")

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Found some of the reef setup pics.

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/08_08_07_2232.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/08_08_07_2232.jpg)

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/08_08_07_1055.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/08_08_07_1055.jpg)

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/tank.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/tank.jpg)

Blue bulb not included.lol

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/tanknew2.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/tanknew2.jpg)

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/tanknew3.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/tanknew3.jpg)

Shot of the protein skimmer

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/tank2-1.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/tank2-1.jpg)

![http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/12_31_06_1441.jpg](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v464/Nedim/12_31_06_1441.jpg)

Heres a good shot of the double biowheel filter. Its the thing on the left with the air pump on top of it. The thing in the middle(two black pipes with tube attached on the right) is a UV sterilizer thats already been sold. The thing to the right that the tube connects to is a powerhead. I have one for sale. They move water and make current.

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**Author:** ![NedZ32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nedz32/32/6393_2.png) [@NedZ32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NedZ32)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2008, 10:22pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/14 "2008-06-26T22:22:42Z")

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> [@Vovchandr](#):
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> That looks like a great deal.
> 
> I always wanted a fish tank, but was never going to have enough time to get everything together so I’m considering this.
> 
> Between electricity and fish food and filters, is there any other usual, regular upkeep that needs to be done?
> 
> What’s the monthly cost of having a half a dozen fresh fish setup?

Well I live at home with my parents so I wouldn’t know about electric costs. It can’t be much, all you’re powering is a small electric motor or two in the hang on filter and the lights whenever you decide to use them. If the room the tank is in gets too cold, you’ll be powering a small electric heater as well. The only maintenance costs are: food, dechlorinate, filter cartridges,tap water for water changes and maybe medicine(I’ll throw in what I have).

Thats all that I can think of for a freshwater setup.

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**Author:** ![JRubino](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jrubino/32/6285_2.png) [@JRubino](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JRubino)\
**Post date:** [June 27, 2008, 11:59am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/15 "2008-06-27T11:59:40Z")

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Sweet reef set up. I had a 20 gallon one where I used to live but I left it behind for my roommate when I moved out. When I get moved into my new place I want to do a 55 gallon set up.

Good luck with the sale!

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**Author:** ![n\_cole](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/n_cole/32/6382_2.png) [@n\_cole](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/n_cole)\
**Post date:** [June 27, 2008, 12:03pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/16 "2008-06-27T12:03:24Z")

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This makes me want fishies again so bad. But I get too sad when they die. :sad

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**Author:** ![JRubino](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jrubino/32/6285_2.png) [@JRubino](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JRubino)\
**Post date:** [June 27, 2008, 12:15pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/17 "2008-06-27T12:15:47Z")

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I have a small 10 gallon tank and I have this bad ass cichlid in it. He’s a little monster and i’ve had him for 2 years now. I had to take him out of my big tank when I had that because he kept killing everything in it.

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**Author:** ![NedZ32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nedz32/32/6393_2.png) [@NedZ32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NedZ32)\
**Post date:** [June 27, 2008, 12:48pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/18 "2008-06-27T12:48:36Z")

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> [@JRubino](#):
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> Sweet reef set up. I had a 20 gallon one where I used to live but I left it behind for my roommate when I moved out. When I get moved into my new place I want to do a 55 gallon set up.
> 
> Good luck with the sale!

Thanks

Let me know if you need a protein skimmer for cheap, chances are I’ll still have mine for sale.

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**Author:** ![NedZ32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/nedz32/32/6393_2.png) [@NedZ32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NedZ32)\
**Post date:** [June 27, 2008, 12:49pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/19 "2008-06-27T12:49:00Z")

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> [@n!cole](#):
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> This makes me want fishies again so bad. But I get too sad when they die. :sad

Do you cycle the tank before adding fish?

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**Post date:** [June 27, 2008, 12:52pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-fish-tank-lots-of-accessories/237502/20 "2008-06-27T12:52:27Z")

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Oh, they don’t die right away. :lol  
I mean, I will have fish for years, and get really sad when they die.  
Our petsmart $2 beta hung around for five years… I was really bummed when he kicked out. :sad

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