Help planning new 120 build

[RayAllen]

Can anyone with a 120 give examples of how I might do a closed loop? Someone told me that a 120 was too small for a closed loop.

Not true you can do a closed loop on a 75g if you want. What matters here is the size of the pump you choose to go with.

[JimD]

I have a closed loop on a 20 tall.

[RayAllen]

what are the measurments of your 120g? I had one a few years ago that was 60x18x22 or something like that. I know they come 48x24 though. Just curious

[RayAllen]

So you know, if you need any ideas. The tank of the month just happens to be a 120g.

[chark]

120 gal will be 48x24x24".

[hobogato]

keep in mind also that oceanic will sometimes temper the bottom of the tank after drilling it to make it reef ready. this is important information to know before you drill new holes for a closed loop. that is a great tank dimension wise, you will love the 24" width - much better for aquascaping than a traditional long tank.

[tony]

Can anyone with a 120 give examples of how I might do a closed loop? Someone told me that a 120 was too small for a closed loop.

lol, there is a 30 with a closed loop floating around here somewhere

[captexas]

Yeah, Ace made a great point that could end up making your decision for you. Definately find out if any parts of the tank are tempered glass and if so, which ones. If it's just the bottom, then you will have to come through the back of the tank for any returns/drains if you want to keep with the closed loop idea. Also, will this be a free standing tank or in wall setup? I was setting up an Oceanic 240g in wall tank at one time and I actually drilled the end pieces of glass for 2 return lines each using those swivel/jacuzzi jet style bulkheads. They looked much better than having locline sticking out of the side.