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  1. double_g2k

    Ball Valve? What is this?

    Thanks all! It sounds like DUAL 1 and 1/2 piping is the way to go and adding powerheads to eliminate the dead spots is the way to go. I understand that limiting the pump through a ball valve strains the unit, and a dual return pipe sounds like a good way to offset using a ball valve more than I...
  2. double_g2k

    Ball Valve? What is this?

    Here's an idea... I take the return pipe from the mag 24, and split it into two pipes and opposite ends of the tank, this way it's sort of like a closed loop. Seeing as I have the 3' drain, this might eliminate any or some powerheads? IS this too good to be true?
  3. double_g2k

    Ball Valve? What is this?

    I appreciate the input everyone :) The reason I ask about the mag24 is because the seller of the setup that we are discussing is offering me a mag24 for $100 Canadian. The overflow is a single style with a 3 inch drainpipe and a stockman durso. Think a store will trade a brand new mag24 for a...
  4. double_g2k

    Ball Valve? What is this?

    I will get back to you with the GPH, but I see that the mag24 is rated for 2400 gph... Thanks for the quick replies folks I will post the GPH in the morning.
  5. double_g2k

    Ball Valve? What is this?

    Can someone explain this term to me and what it means? A picture might be of great assistance too. I'm told a ball valve will help reduce flow on a return pump from the Sump , how can this be accomplished? Talking about a 120 gallon setup with a 3' stockman overflow pipe with a 40 gallon Sump ...
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