Rlss r8-I vs ro diablo xs225?

shafttlc · 05/10/2013, 01:02 PM

Im looking to change out my asm g1x for either the rlss r8i or ro diablo xs225 and wanted to know which one you guys would choose and why.
The reason for the change is two fold...
1. I havent been happy with the asm from day one. It either over flows or doesnt pull skimmate.
2. Im considering doing vodka dosing due to h.a. problem. Ive been unsuccessful at lowering n below 10ppm (salifert) and p below 0.30 (salifert). Believe me ive tried everything from rowaphos to biopellets. I ran rowaphos from day 1 infact.
Any input would be appreciated,
Thanks

Drae · 05/10/2013, 01:25 PM

The r8 IMHO. Build quality, total silence, better design, better output design, no micro bubbles and looks. Just an all around better unit.

adam87 · 05/10/2013, 05:49 PM

I would get the DCS-200int. And later on you could add a neck extensions to the skimmer to get even better performance. That's if you have a tall stand like I have. You can't do that with the Rlss r8-I.

http://premiumaquatics.com/aquatic-s...CS-200INT.html
http://premiumaquatics.com/aquatic-s...OCT-NK200.html

METZCOOL · 05/10/2013, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Drae

The r8 IMHO. Build quality, total silence, better design, better output design, no micro bubbles and looks. Just an all around better unit.

Ditto, Love mine

wildman926 · 05/10/2013, 09:03 PM

Get the right skimmer the first time, and you won't have to resort to gimmicks to get it to skim properly. Skimmers have come a long way, and there are many brands out there right now that make most skimmers obsolete. JMHO.

R8I

waterman78 · 05/10/2013, 09:44 PM

DIABLO XTREME is a Great SKIMMER.

shafttlc · 05/10/2013, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adam87

I would get the DCS-200int. And later on you could add a neck extensions to the skimmer to get even better performance. That's if you have a tall stand like I have. You can't do that with the Rlss r8-I.

http://premiumaquatics.com/aquatic-s...CS-200INT.html
http://premiumaquatics.com/aquatic-s...OCT-NK200.html

I saw that one also but rhe foot print is an inch to large on one side.
Thanks for you input.

05/10/2013, 01:02 PM	#1
shafttlc Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 26	Rlss r8-I vs ro diablo xs225? Im looking to change out my asm g1x for either the rlss r8i or ro diablo xs225 and wanted to know which one you guys would choose and why. The reason for the change is two fold... 1. I havent been happy with the asm from day one. It either over flows or doesnt pull skimmate. 2. Im considering doing vodka dosing due to h.a. problem. Ive been unsuccessful at lowering n below 10ppm (salifert) and p below 0.30 (salifert). Believe me ive tried everything from rowaphos to biopellets. I ran rowaphos from day 1 infact. Any input would be appreciated, Thanks

05/10/2013, 09:03 PM	#5
wildman926 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: CTX Posts: 2,904	Get the right skimmer the first time, and you won't have to resort to gimmicks to get it to skim properly. Skimmers have come a long way, and there are many brands out there right now that make most skimmers obsolete. JMHO. R8I __________________ Beware of recommendations by those who don't actually use their recommendation!! The search function actually works quite well!! Tanks:Planet Aquarium 150g LPS, Planet Aquarium 90g Softie

05/10/2013, 09:44 PM	#6
waterman78 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Van Nuys, CA Posts: 1,337	DIABLO XTREME is a Great SKIMMER. __________________ I am truly grateful to receive any useful information about this hobby each day... :idea: Current Tank Info: Reef: 40g breeder with a Aquamaxx HOB skimmer, 250w MH pendant and a 1/10hp chiller.

05/10/2013, 01:25 PM	#2
Drae RAIDER NATION! Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: City of sin... Posts: 3,476	The r8 IMHO. Build quality, total silence, better design, better output design, no micro bubbles and looks. Just an all around better unit.

05/10/2013, 05:49 PM	#3
adam87 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: IL Posts: 812	I would get the DCS-200int. And later on you could add a neck extensions to the skimmer to get even better performance. That's if you have a tall stand like I have. You can't do that with the Rlss r8-I. http://premiumaquatics.com/aquatic-s...CS-200INT.html http://premiumaquatics.com/aquatic-s...OCT-NK200.html