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Unread 02/03/2006, 09:06 AM   #1
Lyscer
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What skimmer to get?

What skimmer would give me the biggest bang for my buck? I have a 120gal tank and I have $350 to spend on a skimmer. Which ones would you guys recommend. I was thinking about going with the G4.


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Unread 02/03/2006, 10:02 AM   #2
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I was thinking about going with the G4.
If you can pony up a bit more then get the G4+. IMHO the standrad G4 is a tad underpowered w/ a 5000 - the 9000 makes this a much better unit.


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Unread 02/03/2006, 10:10 AM   #3
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You might also want to troll the for sale forums for a used unit. A lot of people in your tank size end up getting a bigger tank and letting their equipment go for a lot less than new pricing. Skimmers in general don't have any parts that wear out so used is just as good as new as long as they are well cared for.


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Unread 02/03/2006, 10:24 AM   #4
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why not just get an asm g3? using a g4 on a 120 is too much imo.


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Unread 02/03/2006, 12:25 PM   #5
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g4+ huh? the only difference is the pump right?


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