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08/21/2012, 06:25 AM | #1 |
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atb 840 to big for my heavy stocked 75 gal?
do u think this skimmer is to big or do u think i would be able to stock heavy and feed alot to get it skimming effectivly?
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08/21/2012, 08:59 AM | #2 |
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How old is the tank
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08/21/2012, 01:03 PM | #3 |
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I use one on my 90 + 40 gallon sump. How big is your sump?
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08/21/2012, 05:28 PM | #4 |
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Hi, I have one on a lighter stocked SPS 120 gal tank, it will suck everything out in a day or two, keeps my water quality much higher than my old SWC skimmer. If you can get one right price, go for it they are fantastic.
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08/21/2012, 10:17 PM | #5 |
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tank is 4 years old and i have it in a 20 gallon sump
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