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best place to buy a tank?

Discussion in 'Introductions' started by Guest, Feb 5, 2009.

  1. Feb 5, 2009 #1
    Guest

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    Hi everyone!!! I live in Cedar Rapids and am in the beginning stages of buying a saltwater tank.  Probably a 40 galloon or so.  I was wondering where a good place would be to look for a tank/stand in the area.  I'm sure I'll be coming here for lots of help along the way, thanks!![​IMG] 
     
  2. Feb 5, 2009 #2
    xroads La Porte City, IA

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    Just keep an eye on the boards, there is usually a bunch of them coming up for sale

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  3. Feb 5, 2009 #3
    AJ

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    Welcome to the site!  There are plenty of us here in the CR area.  If you have a question, ask away!
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  4. Feb 5, 2009 #4
    Guest

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    craigslist is also a great place to monitor.
     
  5. Feb 5, 2009 #5
    Waverz

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    This has tanks for sale, they had a real nice one but i see it sold. 
    www.tanksforsale.com
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    There's lots of good deals on tanks on this site, you just gotta keep your eyes peeled.
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  6. Feb 5, 2009 #6
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    Thanks.  Good one!  [​IMG]  I better jump on that quick, before they all sell off!!!!!!!!
     
  7. Feb 6, 2009 #7
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    Thanks everyone for the good advice.  I'm leaning towards trying the whole Craigslist/ebay/BST boards on here.  I currently have a bid in on Ebay for a 55 galloon tank, that looks in excellent condition so keep your fingers crossed for me.
     
  8. Feb 10, 2009 #8
    ruggerkc North Liberty , IA

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    Try fishack in manchester or pets playhouse and Bo Bo's in CR
     
  9. Feb 24, 2009 #9
    Eric West Des Moines, IA

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    What size are you looking for and do you need a stand with it?

    I just picked up a bird cage for my wife yesterday (turning into wild kingdom!) and the seller mentioned that they used to breed angels and had a basement full of empty tanks - a 55g was mentioned.

    -Eric
     
  10. Feb 24, 2009 #10
    REEFer Madness

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    In the QC area craigslist there's a 72 gallon for sale for 250. That's a great deal for the tank and stand.
     
  11. Feb 24, 2009 #11
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    Hey!  Thanks for the replies.  Thought I should let you know I did buy a 29 gallon Biocube a couple weeks ago so am no longer looking.  It's my first go at this so thought I should start a little smaller:)  Wish me luck!!!!!
     

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