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So guys I started my tank upgrade from a 120 gallon to a 300 .my origanal set up was a 120 gallon in my livingroom .plimbed down to my unfinished basement to a 40 sump , a 90 fuge, and. 75 gallon frag tank .for my new setup it a marineland 300 72"x36"x27"..the new setup is in the wall in my finished basement.heres a few pics so far
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Wow, what a great looking build.


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Dang that's awesome. I love that tank it has the perfect dimensions. I can't wait to see what you do!
 

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Off to a great start, and your 120 is beautiful! I love seeing the before and after in the basement!
 

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Wow what a great build! My dream is for a basement tank with fish room like you have! We are actually looking for a new house now. :D
 

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awesome build...I'm actually in the process of setting up 2 of these...one at my work(lfs) and one at my business(restaurant)..i'll be tagging along this one.
 
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Thanks guys ..I was going to do the transfer all in one weekend but I now have decided not to and im going to start this guy from scratch I have to much to loss if I have a mini cycle .when I transfer .

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Would anyone recommend adding any bacteria to cycle the 300 like a zeo , prodibio, or brightwell , etc product its been a while since ive cycled a tank

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Dr Tim's and bios pita are the best instant cycle stuff out there. We have used dr Tim's several times with success
 

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