GreenJeans Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 I'm planning to move to a new city in a year or so and I'd like to bring my 120g aquarium with me of course. I figured I'd ask for thoughts and tips now while I still have plenty of time to plan ahead. What's the process look like? Prepare all the plumbing and new space very carefully so everything comes together quickly (no waiting for pvc cement to dry, salt mixed and up to temp, everything measured out and outlined, etc), put all livestock in rubbermaid totes with circulation/heat, drain the tank, breakdown the system, move everything, install the sump and tank in the new place, fill with with water, pray the leak test passes, add the livestock....this process sounds like it would take forever with lots of opportunity for things to go sideways... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
half-astronaut Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 How far is the move? Getting a new tank may be a better option. Moving a tank across town is enough of a PITA, the farther you have to transport the more likely you are to damage it. 120s are pretty common used. Keep the other equipment and have someone ship your valuable livestock when you're set up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandVib3s Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 Yea I wouldnt rush the new location assembly, you may find things that may need new seals. I would get a smaller temporary system that you can use as a qt afterward or resale later. Put all the live stock in it and save maybe 40%old water. Goodluck and have fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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