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11/05/2015, 10:13 PM
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flooded suction ? panworld pump
So I purchased a return pump the other day off eBay ! I purchased a pan world 50 px hoping it will be a great pump ! I choose a external pump and now I'm finding they are not self priming which I didn't concern me at first ! However I am reading must have flooded suction to prime !
Considering I drill my sump which I am doing and provided the water is above my bulkhead priming wont be an issue ?is this correct ? |
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11/06/2015, 05:35 AM
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Yes.
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11/06/2015, 05:56 AM
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Correct. I have an external reeflo pump and have never had a problem with it not priming,my sump is drilled as well. Good luck
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Tony Current Tank Info: 180gal DT, BM NAC77 skimmer,3 Maxspect razors, Maxspect Gyre 150, 30g QT |
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11/06/2015, 06:08 AM
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Location: Rehoboth, MA
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Instead of drilling you can also use a "U" tube over the edge of the sump.
I ran three pan worlds like on a 40gal breeder sump for years with no problem. If you need more info let me know.
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11/06/2015, 06:59 AM
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Thanks for all the input from everyone ! ! I will let you know if I choose to go with a u tube !
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