bboileau92 Posted July 18, 2020 Share Posted July 18, 2020 Hey all, I used to be bubbarockies on this forum 3-4 years ago when I moved out to Oregon, but I had to get out of the hobby for awhile. My in-laws just moved out and I now have the time and space for a tank again. I'm originally from Colorado and moved up here for work. I've had a 40 breeder zoa garden, a 75 mixed reef, and a 160 gallon mixed reef. I'm very eager to get rolling on a build but am not 100% on my approach yet. The current tank to beat is the Waterbox Frag 105.4. I'm definitely going to swing by Cuttlefish before I do anything, but I'm curious if any of you have opinions on Waterbox Aquariums. I look forward to meeting all of you, and thank you in advance for the help! Brandon Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuncrestReef Posted July 18, 2020 Share Posted July 18, 2020 Welcome back! I have a Red Sea Reefer, but from what I've seen the Waterbox tanks are slightly nicer, in particular the plumbing and cabinet hardware. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bboileau92 Posted July 19, 2020 Author Share Posted July 19, 2020 Thanks. Back before I got out, i REALLY wanted a red sea, but I'm really drawn to the shallow tank from Waterbox right now. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webbed Feet Posted July 19, 2020 Share Posted July 19, 2020 I have a Redsea Max E series, and some things I have learned have me disappointed with Redsea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gumby Posted July 19, 2020 Share Posted July 19, 2020 I see a lot more people lean towards the Waterbox. Welcome back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrBret Posted July 19, 2020 Share Posted July 19, 2020 (edited) 20 hours ago, bboileau92 said: Thanks. Back before I got out, i REALLY wanted a red sea, but I'm really drawn to the shallow tank from Waterbox right now. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk If i may suggest check out Neptuniancubeusa.com These tanks are pretty nice with some features over what you will find on their competitors. The sumps are amazing and match the looks of their tanks. There is NO WOOD in these stands. Furniture grade pvc panels and channel aluminum. Their Lagoon Series drops the 2nd week in August. All the other tanks i have in shop to look at. Edited July 19, 2020 by MrBret 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdxmonkeyboy Posted July 20, 2020 Share Posted July 20, 2020 Those look like nice setups. I am not impressed with the redsea tanks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bboileau92 Posted July 24, 2020 Author Share Posted July 24, 2020 So after quite a bit of research, I'm going to go with the Neptunian Cube M-150. Ultimately, they had a 5 foot option that wasn't too tall and the sump is just plain sweet. It looks nicer and they place the return chamber better allowing for a dedicated refugium space. I'm so stoked! This is going to test my patience though. It could be a month before I get the tank in. I keep telling myself not to be in a hurry, but instant gratification is real, and I already cleared out the spot. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertareef Posted July 24, 2020 Share Posted July 24, 2020 Those look sweet Bret @MrBret Will be curious to see them if/when I ever make it back out there 😔 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertareef Posted July 24, 2020 Share Posted July 24, 2020 Welcome! Sounds like a nice tank choice. I look forward to seeing a build thread on this so hopefully you like to take pics as you go 😄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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