[tad2q]

what is it? is it a filter? or just water movement sorry for being such a newb. lol

[e_baer]

a sump is basically a tank beneath your tank.

it is used to keep the heater, skimmer, fuge out of view.

It also increases the amount of water volume. the more water, the more time it takes for something to go bad.

[tad2q]

ok i have an eheim canister filter on my 75 gallon. do i need a sump? if so what all do i need? any and all help is greatly appriciated.

[e_baer]

you dont NEED a sump, but it is highly suggested.

you can make your own sump with anything form an old tank laying around in the garage to a plastic container form walmart.

i used two 10 gallon tanks and glued them together. here is the link to that thread.
http://www.reefbuilders.com/forums/d...sump-fuge.html

i think in that thread a lot of your questions will be answered.

if not just feel free to IM or PM me or anyone else.

[gimmito]

Check out Marc's Hidden Treasures for more information on sumps & how to make your own ! If your into podcasts checkout Marc's podcast "Reefcast" & Rob Weatherly's "Talking Reef".