Koralia 3 + Wavemaster Pro?

z3r0ko0l · 04/23/2009, 12:42 PM

I just got 2 koralia 3's to replace my 4 MJ1200's that where on a Wavemaster Pro. I have read that the wavemaster was compatible w/the koralia powerheads after you insert a piece of airline tubing to quite em down. The airline tubing did make one of em way quieter but now they both have a tendency to start in reverse! One pump still clicks away at start-up. Can anyone help?

Sisterlimonpot · 04/23/2009, 01:05 PM

wow and I had that problem with the MJ1200's (with the mod)

z3r0ko0l · 04/23/2009, 01:43 PM

Ive had the same problem with my MJ's but it could always be solved with a new impeller or cleaning. I didn't have to worry about reverse flow either. The reverse flow thing isn't all that big a deal, in fact it helps ramdomize the flow...but, this clicking Has got to stop. After 2 days I have found myself in a love hate relationship with these things. I am starting to hate em, but my corals love em. Ive got a few more days to RMA em'. Maybe its time to give the MJ mod a try.

birdz · 04/23/2009, 02:21 PM

im about to do the tubing mod to my hyrdor koralias

phurst · 04/23/2009, 02:43 PM

I have two 4s on my Wavemaster pro. They usualy clatter for a second on startp, but it doesn't bother me. The clattering makes sure they start in the right direction. The tubing mod quiets them down, but as you found out, it causes them to sometimes start in reverse. using them on a wavemaker also shortens their lifespans.

z3r0ko0l · 04/23/2009, 03:24 PM

well I've pulled em out and re-cut airline tubing to the exact length needed to eliminate the chatter with just enough room to let the propeller spin freely. Still seems like they make a little rattle when they run in reverse. Does anyone know what makes these things run forward? Im wondering if i can put airline behind the impeller just enough to find the "sweet spot" where the magnets will always attract in the same direction. Has anyone tried tubing on both sides of the propeller?

mutateddogbone · 04/23/2009, 04:48 PM

i used to run 2 k3s on a wavemaster and i just ditched the wavemaster. i would opt for a closed loop with a SCWD for a better wavemaker

z3r0ko0l · 04/23/2009, 07:41 PM

ive read that the MJ mods have an anti-reverse feature, can this be done to the K3's?

Sisterlimonpot · 04/23/2009, 07:56 PM

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Originally posted by z3r0ko0l
well I've pulled em out and re-cut airline tubing to the exact length needed to eliminate the chatter with just enough room to let the propeller spin freely. Still seems like they make a little rattle when they run in reverse. Does anyone know what makes these things run forward? Im wondering if i can put airline behind the impeller just enough to find the "sweet spot" where the magnets will always attract in the same direction. Has anyone tried tubing on both sides of the propeller?

you sound like youâ€™re doing the same thing I did with the MJ mod. I put a tube behind the prop of varying lengths to try and find the sweet spot but couldn't get it to stop spinning in reverse and clunking.

As far as an anti reverse the K's have them as well but when you put the airline tube on the front of the prop you are bypassing it

chimmike · 04/23/2009, 07:57 PM

you'll kill those koralias in short order tryin to use them as wavemakers.

z3r0ko0l · 04/24/2009, 01:49 PM

If I mod all of my MJ will they still make this sound at start up? Im really starying to miss the days of a quiet tank with the MJ's...

04/23/2009, 12:42 PM	#1
z3r0ko0l Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: So. Cal Posts: 234	Koralia 3 + Wavemaster Pro? I just got 2 koralia 3's to replace my 4 MJ1200's that where on a Wavemaster Pro. I have read that the wavemaster was compatible w/the koralia powerheads after you insert a piece of airline tubing to quite em down. The airline tubing did make one of em way quieter but now they both have a tendency to start in reverse! One pump still clicks away at start-up. Can anyone help?

04/23/2009, 01:05 PM	#2
Sisterlimonpot R.C. Fraternity President Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Litchfeild Park AZ Posts: 11,490 Blog Entries: 2	wow and I had that problem with the MJ1200's (with the mod) __________________ Jimmy MASVC President Dishes are done man! Current Tank Info: 300 in progress

04/23/2009, 02:43 PM	#5
phurst Richmond Reefer Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 5,837	I have two 4s on my Wavemaster pro. They usualy clatter for a second on startp, but it doesn't bother me. The clattering makes sure they start in the right direction. The tubing mod quiets them down, but as you found out, it causes them to sometimes start in reverse. using them on a wavemaker also shortens their lifespans. __________________ _______ Pearson _______ Current Tank Info: Various tanks of various sizes with various gear.

04/23/2009, 04:48 PM	#7
mutateddogbone Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 1,016	i used to run 2 k3s on a wavemaster and i just ditched the wavemaster. i would opt for a closed loop with a SCWD for a better wavemaker __________________ 2013 Oklahoma Marine Aquarium Society - President An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure Current Tank Info: 75g braceless SPS dominated w/ 50g Frag Tank

04/23/2009, 07:41 PM	#8
z3r0ko0l Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: So. Cal Posts: 234	ive read that the MJ mods have an anti-reverse feature, can this be done to the K3's? __________________ - carpe noctem Current Tank Info: 120G RR C/Ovrflw Mixed Reef, Converted Euro-fil 240 sump, Apex, Mag 9.5/Mag 5 dual return, BRS Dual Reactor w/GFO & Carbon, Aquamaxx Biopellet Reactor,Coralife 6X UV, 1/6 Chiller, 2x Koralia 3 +1400EVO, Wavemaster Pro, SWC180, MP40Wes, 2 RadionGen2's

04/23/2009, 01:43 PM	#3
z3r0ko0l Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: So. Cal Posts: 234	Ive had the same problem with my MJ's but it could always be solved with a new impeller or cleaning. I didn't have to worry about reverse flow either. The reverse flow thing isn't all that big a deal, in fact it helps ramdomize the flow...but, this clicking Has got to stop. After 2 days I have found myself in a love hate relationship with these things. I am starting to hate em, but my corals love em. Ive got a few more days to RMA em'. Maybe its time to give the MJ mod a try.

04/23/2009, 02:21 PM	#4
birdz Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Fenton, MI Posts: 107	im about to do the tubing mod to my hyrdor koralias

04/23/2009, 03:24 PM	#6
z3r0ko0l Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: So. Cal Posts: 234	well I've pulled em out and re-cut airline tubing to the exact length needed to eliminate the chatter with just enough room to let the propeller spin freely. Still seems like they make a little rattle when they run in reverse. Does anyone know what makes these things run forward? Im wondering if i can put airline behind the impeller just enough to find the "sweet spot" where the magnets will always attract in the same direction. Has anyone tried tubing on both sides of the propeller?

04/23/2009, 07:57 PM	#10
chimmike oxygen abuser Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Parrish, FL Posts: 5,089 Blog Entries: 2	you'll kill those koralias in short order tryin to use them as wavemakers. __________________ -Mike Tankless wonder Geaux Noles!

04/24/2009, 01:49 PM	#11
z3r0ko0l Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: So. Cal Posts: 234	If I mod all of my MJ will they still make this sound at start up? Im really starying to miss the days of a quiet tank with the MJ's...