58gal vs 75 gal

dbmet · 07-28-2001, 02:01 PM

Looking at purchasing my first tank, and I'm trying to decide between the 58gal show and the 75 gal show..any opinions.
I want this to be a FOWLR..

hamburglar · 07-28-2001, 02:49 PM

I like the shape of the 75. You get some good depth for rocks and you can still get your fingers all the way to the bottom while cleaning it. 48 wide is also good for most pre made light hoods.

MontanaRocknReefer · 07-28-2001, 03:18 PM

The Saltwater Code: Always buy the biggest tank you can afford.
Reason: Larger tanks are easier to maintain.
If something dies and you do not see it or find it a larger tank is more acceptable and can handle it.
Big reason is when you start getting fish, depending on size, you will want the extra room for them. Johnny

FishDaddy · 07-28-2001, 03:33 PM

Dbmet,
Since this is to be a FOWLR, hands down, 75 wins! The 75 is considered by most to be the minimum comfortable size for any Tang or other free-swimming varieties and even that's too small for adults of some of the larger species. 6 foot tanks are even better.
Do you know what fish you want to keep?
Dick

dbmet · 07-28-2001, 03:44 PM

Ok..thanks to all..should I go with the one that has the 1yr warranty or the oceanic with 15yr warranty>?

Rick O · 07-28-2001, 03:49 PM

Unless you're buying an older (over a year) Oceanic then the warranty is now 5 years. And that's if you use their stand. I have an Oceanic and I'm very satisfied with it. Great quality and workmanship.

Rick

dbmet · 07-28-2001, 03:51 PM

Thanks ..seems as the Natures Views tanks are made by Oceanic..but only have a 1yr warranty

wagnutz69 · 07-28-2001, 07:04 PM

I have a 58 RR Oceanic, and I love it, but I have a 125 Nature's View....LOVE IT MORE!!! The modling around the 58 (all four corners) is splitting, where the 125 still looks like brand new. For the money, I personally would go with the Nature's View. Oceanic is a great company, but Nature is too if you ask me. I would save the extra money for the rest of yours setup. My $.02 worth.

Wagz

Brooke · 07-28-2001, 07:49 PM

Hey there-
I think Dick's question is a good one..what type of fish do you want?? If you just have to have a tang, go larger. Trust me, you set up the 75g and then you want more beautiful fish to go in there, but you will be maxed out at 3-5 fish. Research and plan your species carefully.

Brooke

dbmet · 07-28-2001, 08:49 PM

thanks for the advice...