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I was going to just just cut through the 1/4" acrylic and leave an inch or two on the edges. The baffles would be tricky.

I'm now thinking maybe I should just cut out that whole middle panel and increase the overall sump size. It looks only like 1/4 inch, and is Euro braced above so shouldn't hurt the tank strength wise. I'd also cut out the baffles from the wet.dry section.

If the weld does not work, that is my back up plan. Controlling the flow might be an issue, but I'll worry about that after if the weld does not work.

Rob (Hockeynut) is going to help me out with the weld stuff. I assume it has to be the seam, I see no other way water reaches those 3 middle compartments. It's just strange there is no leaks in the 2 end compartments on both sides. If I can seal those off, I'm all set to work on the sump. Next...

Sounds good, I have to drain it and clean it up and then try it...thanks!

I bought two 300watt Jager heaters and a refractometer so shipping was free. BRS was out of stock and more expensive, even with the group buy. I also found a promo code for $10 off. I was impressed with their prices. So looks like I'm an Instant Ocean guy again...:)

Thanks!...I keep my eye out for the next group buy.

I found this sale: http://www.thatpetplace.com/instant-ocean-sea-salt-200-gal-pro-size-box

I've been looking around and researching salt. I used to use Instant Ocean. I see a few more brands are out there and found a site with REALLY good prices. Whats the consensus for salt brand these days.

Its actually all three long middle compartments that are filling. Do you mean to cut the acrylic middle panel between the main area and those 3 long compartments? I guess its possible but afraid it could weaken the tank over all. What do you think of having the two main drains from the DT go...

Have been doing a water test on the sump the last two days and noted water gradually works its way into the 3 center compartments that were part of the wet/dry filter. The water is below the bulkhead you see at the top. I felt around the inside and found no cracks or opening. It must be coming...

In my mind, if they are that rare and expensive, leave them in the ocean. You would have a heart attack if they got sick too..

To mnat and redfishbluefish maybe I'll get two of each type and rotate them as they get dirty.

They were saying the felt seems to polish the water...good enough for me! Thanks!

Yes, then I figured the 120g sump for around 60g. I guess the 180 with rock and sand, 135ish so 195 rounding to 200. Seems like 3x300 watt should do the job. I was hoping to keep it to 2 heaters. On the socks, mesh or felt?

So for my 180 plus half filled 120 sump (60g). 240 total x 4 equals 920. So 3 300 watts should do it. Sounds good. Thank you.

Thanks for the info...I'll get the 4x14 socks. In regard to the watts per gallon, are you going by tank size or tank size minus the displaced water by rocks etc. Oh...meant to ask, felt or mesh...I heard the felt really polish the h20.

Ok...stupid question. I'm doing the BRS group buy and stocking up on miscellaneous items. And I thought I'd buy some filter socks. What size should I get? 4x8, 4x14 or 7x16 And I plan on using two heaters, how many watts total for a 180 with 120 sump half filled? I saw a heating calulator and...

That is crazy...lol

Thanks! Seems like a million things need to be done.