New G2 Skimmer

depitch · 07/19/2008, 06:35 AM

I am about to start up my new G2 model and from the posts I read that a lower water level is best to avoid excessive micro-bubbles in sump.

Are there any other break-in problems that I should worry about other that collection cup overflow??

Thanks

Doug

woodycb · 07/19/2008, 07:28 AM

I have been researching skimmers, I have found that the ASM skimmers take about a month to break in and perform 100%. So dont get discouraged if it is not running normally at first.

75pxatr · 07/19/2008, 07:45 AM

The skimmer needs a minimum water level to function properly. Does your sump have a bubble trap?

Do the mesh mod to the impeller. You will be happy you did.

Todd March · 07/19/2008, 08:47 AM

Yeah, the mesh mod on the ASM's is a no-brainer... It really helps to jack them up into true skimmer status. They are under-powered with the stock needlewheel...

depitch · 07/19/2008, 06:45 PM

Thanks for the responses.

Yes I do have a bubble trap, so far minimal micro-bubbles in tank.

I will consider the mesh-mod, as for now i have the gate valve mod in place and will look into ordering the mesh.

Any suggestions where to get the mesh-mod??

JBuffetReefer · 07/19/2008, 07:07 PM

Also, make sure you have a constant water level in your sump for best performance.

Todd March · 07/19/2008, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by depitch
Any suggestions where to get the mesh-mod??

Here is one kit: MESH 1.

HERE is a CHEAP kit on eBay.

You can find a link to a How-To video HERE.

depitch · 07/21/2008, 05:20 PM

Great info !!

As to the sump level I use an ATO.

Thanks again

Doug

07/19/2008, 06:35 AM	#1
depitch Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 32	New G2 Skimmer I am about to start up my new G2 model and from the posts I read that a lower water level is best to avoid excessive micro-bubbles in sump. Are there any other break-in problems that I should worry about other that collection cup overflow?? Thanks Doug __________________ The solution to tank polution is dilution. Current Tank Info: 125 Gallon FOWLR, 90 Gallon Reef tanks

07/19/2008, 07:28 AM	#2
woodycb Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: N.W. Ohio Posts: 785	I have been researching skimmers, I have found that the ASM skimmers take about a month to break in and perform 100%. So dont get discouraged if it is not running normally at first. __________________ We have enough youth, how about a fountain of SMART Current Tank Info: 75 gallon

07/19/2008, 08:47 AM	#4
Todd March Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Santa Monica, CA Posts: 3,684	Yeah, the mesh mod on the ASM's is a no-brainer... It really helps to jack them up into true skimmer status. They are under-powered with the stock needlewheel... __________________ My hobby? I glue animals to rocks... Current Tank Info: Rimless Starfire 85g SPS (36" x 26" x 21"): ATI Powermodule 10 x 39W, ATB Small Cone, RK2, Vortech MP40W, 6025 Stream modded, MAG 9.5 return, Balling

07/19/2008, 06:45 PM	#5
depitch Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 32	Thanks for the responses. Yes I do have a bubble trap, so far minimal micro-bubbles in tank. I will consider the mesh-mod, as for now i have the gate valve mod in place and will look into ordering the mesh. Any suggestions where to get the mesh-mod?? __________________ The solution to tank polution is dilution. Current Tank Info: 125 Gallon FOWLR, 90 Gallon Reef tanks

07/19/2008, 07:07 PM	#6
JBuffetReefer Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Sacramento CA Posts: 510	Also, make sure you have a constant water level in your sump for best performance. __________________ Pour me something tall and strong, make it a hurricane before I go insane. It's only half past twelve but I don't care. It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere Current Tank Info: 120 Gallon Tank soon to be reef tank & 34 Gallon Reef Tank

07/19/2008, 07:45 AM	#3
75pxatr Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Poland OHio Posts: 567	The skimmer needs a minimum water level to function properly. Does your sump have a bubble trap? Do the mesh mod to the impeller. You will be happy you did.

07/21/2008, 05:20 PM	#8
depitch Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 32	Great info !! As to the sump level I use an ATO. Thanks again Doug __________________ The solution to tank polution is dilution. Current Tank Info: 125 Gallon FOWLR, 90 Gallon Reef tanks