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04/27/2011, 11:51 AM
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Advice on Skimmer purchase
I have a 55g tall column SW tank. I have a sump but not enough clearance to put in a skimmer. Im looking for a HOB style.
It's come down to AquaC Remora or the Deltec MCE 300. Any opinions or advice?
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04/27/2011, 11:56 AM
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I would go with the Remora Pro version with the Mag pump versus the regular Remora with the maxijet pump if you end up going the Remora route.
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04/27/2011, 11:59 AM
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I appreciate the response. Have you ever used a remora?
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04/27/2011, 10:54 PM
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The deltec or a octopus. Definitely not a remora.
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04/27/2011, 11:58 PM
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+1 octopus, Remoras are Ok. I hate not being able to see whats going on in my skimmer. I have used a couple but would even prefer a simple Bak-Pak over a remora. The pro is nice. You could even probabally find one used for a decent deal.
How do you like your SOL blue? I'm still waiting on mine...Grrrrrrrr |
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04/28/2011, 08:19 AM
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I've never tried the MCE300, but I've been using the MCE600 for about 3years now - fantastic piece of equipment.
The Remora isn't even in the same league as the Deltec.
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04/28/2011, 12:01 PM
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04/28/2011, 04:00 PM
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Deltec or Octopus +1
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