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12/12/2010, 06:36 PM
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In the market for a new skimmer
Im pretty new to salt water keeping and I dont like my current skimmer (Turboflotor 1000) so Im looking for a new one...
Ive got a 60 gallon with a 20 gallon long sump. Right now Ive only got 1 black and white clown but plan on having a medium to high bio load when I get a new skimmer. I want something that is big enough to handle a possible future upgrade (100gal or so). My budget is around $200-250. Im looking for an in sump model, footprint really isnt that big of an issue. Any suggestions? thanks |
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12/12/2010, 07:30 PM
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Location: Ohio
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I think these are bout as good as it get for 200$ and some change
http://cgi.ebay.com/Aqua-Excel-Inter...item2eb162d058 or this one SWC150 BMK Footprint is 6.5x9x21", atman 2500 pump, needlewheel/mw impeller, 25-28w, 650-700lph air. For tanks up to 100g heavily stocked. Last edited by ToddG.; 12/12/2010 at 07:48 PM. |
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12/12/2010, 07:42 PM
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Wag More; Bark Less
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Location: NorCal
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Stretch the budget a little or keep an eye out for a used SWC 160 ($269 new). You won't regret it.
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12/12/2010, 08:52 PM
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Ill do some research on those mentioned. Ive been doing a little research myself.
What do yall think about a Reef Octopus NW150? They are in my price range and seem to have pretty good reviews. What are yalls opinion |
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12/12/2010, 09:01 PM
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Reef Octopus NW 150 is a good skimmer.
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12/12/2010, 09:02 PM
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Location: Ohio
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well if space is not a issue then id go with this one over the octopus dnt like thier pumps just my opinion
http://cgi.ebay.com/Bubble-Magus-BM1...item336317216a |
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12/12/2010, 10:22 PM
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Location: Surprise, AZ
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My tank is almost the same size and after a lot of research, I went with the Reef Octopus Extreme XS 160 with new PSK-600 pump. It is really a nice skimmer and I'm very pleased so far. You can get it at Premium Aquatics. They had a 10% off sale for thanks giving so they might have one at Xmas too. That takes the skimmer to close to $250. You will not be disappointed.
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12/12/2010, 11:42 PM
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Location: North Pole Alaska
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I'm really pleased with my Bubble Magus NAC-7 ultra quiet does a hell of a job. I would defiantly but them on the short list.
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