EuroReef Club - Page 17

Lunchbucket · 05/23/2005, 10:48 PM

albfelix - thanks for the picture link...my words don't work sometimes

later
Lunchbucket

albfelix · 05/24/2005, 05:17 AM

you are welcomed

felix

Quote:

Originally posted by Lunchbucket
albfelix - thanks for the picture link...my words don't work sometimes

later
Lunchbucket

APorter · 05/24/2005, 07:34 AM

Lunchbucket or Fragn'stein can either one of you confirm the size gate valve needed on a CS5-2. I believe I read 1 1/4" awhile ago before this thread was split and just need to confirm.

Codeman00 · 05/24/2005, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by APorter
Lunchbucket or Fragn'stein can either one of you confirm the size gate valve needed on a CS5-2. I believe I read 1 1/4" awhile ago before this thread was split and just need to confirm.

You are correct. I have the ES5-2 an its 1 1/4".

Lunchbucket · 05/24/2005, 02:24 PM

5-2's are 1 1/4"

BUT if you have a 1" laying around or want to save some space just get a 1 1/4" insert bushing that reduces to 1" then 1" out from there

Lunchbucket

APorter · 05/24/2005, 03:15 PM

Thanks guys. I'm about a week or two out from needing to order my CS5-2.

Codeman00 · 05/24/2005, 04:57 PM

Lunchbucket isn't kidding. That gate valve contraption takes up a ton of space in the sump.

albfelix · 05/24/2005, 05:26 PM

just buy a plastic bucket at K-mart for $10 and you wont have to worry fiddling with the skimmer

LCGoldman · 05/24/2005, 05:30 PM

What's the plastic bucket for?

albfelix · 05/24/2005, 05:31 PM

sump

Quote:

Originally posted by LCGoldman
What's the plastic bucket for?

LCGoldman · 05/24/2005, 05:34 PM

But, what does that have to do with not having to fiddle with the skimmer?

albfelix · 05/24/2005, 05:38 PM

Codeman00 said that gate valve takes a lot of space. I suggested to get a bigger sump. what's not clear here?

thanks,
felix

LCGoldman · 05/24/2005, 05:43 PM

Ok... that wasn't clear that that's what you were implying. Thank you for the clarification.

albfelix · 05/24/2005, 05:52 PM

np, you are welcomed

felix

fragn'stein · 05/24/2005, 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by APorter
Lunchbucket or Fragn'stein can either one of you confirm the size gate valve needed on a CS5-2. I believe I read 1 1/4" awhile ago before this thread was split and just need to confirm.

I used 1" on mine just because that's what I haad lying around, but trust me, it makes all the difference in the world in adjusting the skimmer. You can really fine tune the foam level.

Lunchbucket · 05/24/2005, 08:21 PM

i like the 1" gate valve MUCH BETTER. i ran my ES5-2 w/ a 1 1/4" and my 6-2+ (knock off) w/ a 1"....i like the 1" better...more room and less bulk

Lunchbucket

Codeman00 · 05/24/2005, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Lunchbucket
i like the 1" gate valve MUCH BETTER. i ran my ES5-2 w/ a 1 1/4" and my 6-2+ (knock off) w/ a 1"....i like the 1" better...more room and less bulk

Lunchbucket

Now you tell me!! (after I already bought the 1 1/4)

Quote:

Originally posted by albfelix
Codeman00 said that gate valve takes a lot of space. I suggested to get a bigger sump. what's not clear here?

thanks,
felix

The only thing not clear is where Im suppose to put the bucket. I wish I had a dedicated plumbing and sump room like a lot of people..but all I have is the inside of my stand. In the sump it goes.

whaase · 05/24/2005, 09:06 PM

I don't think you will be disappointed! Here is mine after 2 1/2 days. One thing to note, I had to cut down my output tubes. 1 1/2" off the main and 1" off the slider (evened them up) Or do the gate valve mod

Now is skims like mad!

Walter

Quote:

Originally posted by APorter
Thanks guys. I'm about a week or two out from needing to order my CS5-2.

2004jeepoutlander · 05/24/2005, 09:35 PM

how lng did it take for yals euro to break in. i have a rs 6-3 but no 125 gallon to hook it up to yet still waiting for that stand and canopy to come in.

whaase · 05/24/2005, 10:06 PM

About a week.

Walter

Lunchbucket · 05/24/2005, 10:06 PM

code -sorry man 1 1/4 will work fine

2004jeep - mine took a good week. make sure you run yoru skimmer in warm water w/ vinegar to break up the oils...i didn't w/ my 5-2 and i paid for it...took longer to break in

Lunchbucket

BSimpson · 05/24/2005, 10:08 PM

ES5-3 riser pipe
I just got my ES5-3 Running in my sump.

I have a converted Amiracle - Sea Reef SR200 Wet/Dry-Dimension: 24"x14"x16"

I took all the balls out and dremeled out a opening for the filter sock...Works great!

I have the Euro in there and I was reading about the adjustable riser pipe in the owners manual, it says the Ideal water level for optimal skimmer performance is between six and eight inches.

Are they referring to the level from the bottom to the top of the riser or the level in the sump?

I have it set all the way down and it still seems a little too wet...
Should I up the water level in the sump or lower it...It is at half or a little above half of the sump...

Here is a pic

http://home.tampabay.rr.com/wiseass/

Any help is appreciated....

Thanks

Codeman00 · 05/24/2005, 11:07 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Lunchbucket
code -sorry man 1 1/4 will work fine
Lunchbucket

Lunchbucket....Seriously? It will work okay?

crab0000 · 05/25/2005, 05:27 AM

BSimpson,
The six to eight inches is referring to the water level in the sump.

APorter · 05/25/2005, 07:49 AM

I need to place another order with Savko, because I forgot to order flex PVC so I'll add the 1" gate valve to the list.

I've seen quite a few people asking about the gate valve mod lately. Pictures can be found on page 44 of original thread.

edit- I'll just make it easier for everyone.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...&pagenumber=44

05/23/2005, 10:48 PM	#401
Lunchbucket Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 12,924	albfelix - thanks for the picture link...my words don't work sometimes later Lunchbucket __________________ Trying to lose weight by walking is like trying to bake a cake w/ a cigarette lighter - Lunchbucket - "Nancy-Boy Extraordinaire" - maxxII- Current Tank Info: 58gal Oceanic RR, 2x400w MH (20k XM and 10k XM), Deltec PF601 Ca Rx, Deltec AP701 skimmer, mag950 return, iwaki 55rlt w/ an Oceansmotions 4-way unit, Tunze 7300 and 6000 each w/ controller, fluidized po4 rx

05/24/2005, 07:34 AM	#403
APorter Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 234	Lunchbucket or Fragn'stein can either one of you confirm the size gate valve needed on a CS5-2. I believe I read 1 1/4" awhile ago before this thread was split and just need to confirm. __________________ ~APorter 67 gal In-wall (RIP Oct. 2008) Visions of a nano in my future

05/24/2005, 02:24 PM	#405
Lunchbucket Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 12,924	5-2's are 1 1/4" BUT if you have a 1" laying around or want to save some space just get a 1 1/4" insert bushing that reduces to 1" then 1" out from there Lunchbucket __________________ Trying to lose weight by walking is like trying to bake a cake w/ a cigarette lighter - Lunchbucket - "Nancy-Boy Extraordinaire" - maxxII- Current Tank Info: 58gal Oceanic RR, 2x400w MH (20k XM and 10k XM), Deltec PF601 Ca Rx, Deltec AP701 skimmer, mag950 return, iwaki 55rlt w/ an Oceansmotions 4-way unit, Tunze 7300 and 6000 each w/ controller, fluidized po4 rx

05/24/2005, 03:15 PM	#406
APorter Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 234	Thanks guys. I'm about a week or two out from needing to order my CS5-2. __________________ ~APorter 67 gal In-wall (RIP Oct. 2008) Visions of a nano in my future

05/24/2005, 05:30 PM	#409
LCGoldman Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 4,744	What's the plastic bucket for? __________________ Lonnie Financial Advisor, Planner, and Insurance Agent Current Tank Info: None

05/24/2005, 04:57 PM	#407
Codeman00 Premium Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Goodlettsville, TN Posts: 1,664	Lunchbucket isn't kidding. That gate valve contraption takes up a ton of space in the sump.

05/24/2005, 05:26 PM	#408
albfelix Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Queens/NYC Posts: 361	just buy a plastic bucket at K-mart for $10 and you wont have to worry fiddling with the skimmer

05/24/2005, 05:34 PM	#411
LCGoldman Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 4,744	But, what does that have to do with not having to fiddle with the skimmer? __________________ Lonnie Financial Advisor, Planner, and Insurance Agent Current Tank Info: None

05/24/2005, 05:38 PM	#412
albfelix Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Queens/NYC Posts: 361	Codeman00 said that gate valve takes a lot of space. I suggested to get a bigger sump. what's not clear here? thanks, felix

05/24/2005, 05:43 PM	#413
LCGoldman Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 4,744	Ok... that wasn't clear that that's what you were implying. Thank you for the clarification. __________________ Lonnie Financial Advisor, Planner, and Insurance Agent Current Tank Info: None

05/24/2005, 05:52 PM	#414
albfelix Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Queens/NYC Posts: 361	np, you are welcomed felix

05/24/2005, 08:21 PM	#416
Lunchbucket Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 12,924	i like the 1" gate valve MUCH BETTER. i ran my ES5-2 w/ a 1 1/4" and my 6-2+ (knock off) w/ a 1"....i like the 1" better...more room and less bulk Lunchbucket __________________ Trying to lose weight by walking is like trying to bake a cake w/ a cigarette lighter - Lunchbucket - "Nancy-Boy Extraordinaire" - maxxII- Current Tank Info: 58gal Oceanic RR, 2x400w MH (20k XM and 10k XM), Deltec PF601 Ca Rx, Deltec AP701 skimmer, mag950 return, iwaki 55rlt w/ an Oceansmotions 4-way unit, Tunze 7300 and 6000 each w/ controller, fluidized po4 rx

05/24/2005, 09:35 PM	#419
2004jeepoutlander Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Charlotte NC=wall street south Posts: 648	how lng did it take for yals euro to break in. i have a rs 6-3 but no 125 gallon to hook it up to yet still waiting for that stand and canopy to come in. __________________ save the reefs , Jeff... We must provide pristine environments for our animals, they did not ask to be put into our tanks.. Current Tank Info: 125 gallon aga, panworld 200ps return, 3 250 watt hlaides , 4 65 watt compacts, 1/3 hp tradewind chiller,Seio...=big electric bill

05/24/2005, 10:06 PM	#420
whaase Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 137	About a week. Walter

05/24/2005, 10:06 PM	#421
Lunchbucket Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 12,924	code -sorry man 1 1/4 will work fine 2004jeep - mine took a good week. make sure you run yoru skimmer in warm water w/ vinegar to break up the oils...i didn't w/ my 5-2 and i paid for it...took longer to break in Lunchbucket __________________ Trying to lose weight by walking is like trying to bake a cake w/ a cigarette lighter - Lunchbucket - "Nancy-Boy Extraordinaire" - maxxII- Current Tank Info: 58gal Oceanic RR, 2x400w MH (20k XM and 10k XM), Deltec PF601 Ca Rx, Deltec AP701 skimmer, mag950 return, iwaki 55rlt w/ an Oceansmotions 4-way unit, Tunze 7300 and 6000 each w/ controller, fluidized po4 rx

05/24/2005, 10:08 PM	#422
BSimpson Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Clearwater FL Posts: 46	ES5-3 riser pipe ES5-3 riser pipe I just got my ES5-3 Running in my sump. I have a converted Amiracle - Sea Reef SR200 Wet/Dry-Dimension: 24"x14"x16" I took all the balls out and dremeled out a opening for the filter sock...Works great! I have the Euro in there and I was reading about the adjustable riser pipe in the owners manual, it says the Ideal water level for optimal skimmer performance is between six and eight inches. Are they referring to the level from the bottom to the top of the riser or the level in the sump? I have it set all the way down and it still seems a little too wet... Should I up the water level in the sump or lower it...It is at half or a little above half of the sump... Here is a pic http://home.tampabay.rr.com/wiseass/ Any help is appreciated.... Thanks

05/25/2005, 05:27 AM	#424
crab0000 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Jasper,GA Posts: 2,801	BSimpson, The six to eight inches is referring to the water level in the sump.

05/25/2005, 07:49 AM	#425
APorter Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 234	I need to place another order with Savko, because I forgot to order flex PVC so I'll add the 1" gate valve to the list. I've seen quite a few people asking about the gate valve mod lately. Pictures can be found on page 44 of original thread. edit- I'll just make it easier for everyone. http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...&pagenumber=44 __________________ ~APorter 67 gal In-wall (RIP Oct. 2008) Visions of a nano in my future