[You shouldn't have any major problems converting that tank to a nice sump setup. Marc can probably give you some pointers there. I think most people around here agree that the wet /dry is a thing of the past. The dry part (trickle) is a nitrate factory. If you are starting a fish only tank you can get by with more nitrates but a reef setup does not like nitrates. You can make modifications so that it becomes a sump and or refugium. This can be used for any situation. It might be helpful to post some pictures if you want specific advice about the conversion.]
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