Luvmyreef's 20g Nano Build
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luvmyreef
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Yeah, I have an eheim canister filter but I was trying to eliminate the use of any filter. You don't think that having the water coming in from the overflow straight over a media basket would work? Also, instead of glass baffles, can I not use acrylic or something like tank dividers instead? Would be easier for me to work with. After all, this is only a tiny 10g. Just throwing some thoughts out there.
al&burke
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A lot of people use reactors here, just trying to save you some cash. When I built my sump I made the first baffle further from the second and added an eggcrate to spport a media bag, I will send you pictures tonight, just going home from work. To be honest I really don't use any media in my reef right now, just skimmer and the algae scrubber. Pleaxi glass can expand when it get wet and take the side of you sump out if you don't leave enough clearance, I have never done it, but others have. What are you planning on putting in this sump again?
luvmyreef
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LOL. In the sump I want a skimmer, heater, and mainly a refugium. I want to run carbon, I always have, that's why I thought of the media basket. So, even the tank dividers that they sell wouldn't work. Reason I ask is that a lfs has some on clearance, for dirt cheap, and they have the grooves, holders, whatever they are that come with it to hold it in place. I wasn't sure if it would hold up, but then again, I don't know much about sumps.....
snakeblitz33
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Silicone bonds better to glass than acrylic. Better seal.
To really get use and full effect of chemical filtration media, it's better for the water to come into direct contact with the media such as use in a reactor. I just got a phosban reactor and I am loving it!! It's. It something you have to get off the bat either.
To really get use and full effect of chemical filtration media, it's better for the water to come into direct contact with the media such as use in a reactor. I just got a phosban reactor and I am loving it!! It's. It something you have to get off the bat either.
snakeblitz33
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No regrets. Skimming like a champ. I've fooled with the output knob about four times since I've had it. Broke in quickly and skimmed a cup of skimmate out every three to four days. (I feed heavy). I also run a scrubber, so I think its doing a great job. For the money- cant go wrong. There are many people who use this skimmer on their 40-55g SPS dominate tanks over on RC.
Even though this skimmer is kind of a knock off of a knock off- its still a skimming beast. The replacement pump for it is only $35 too which is a plus when you compare it to those $100+ bubble blaster pumps those other cone skimmers are using if they go out. Lol. All in all, it's one of the better skimmers I have had.
If you ever do get into modding a skimmer, the only mod people have done worthwhile on RC was the mesh mod, and I don't even think that makes much of a difference. Lol. But, that's just my two cents. Lol
Even though this skimmer is kind of a knock off of a knock off- its still a skimming beast. The replacement pump for it is only $35 too which is a plus when you compare it to those $100+ bubble blaster pumps those other cone skimmers are using if they go out. Lol. All in all, it's one of the better skimmers I have had.
If you ever do get into modding a skimmer, the only mod people have done worthwhile on RC was the mesh mod, and I don't even think that makes much of a difference. Lol. But, that's just my two cents. Lol
al&burke
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Originally Posted by luvmyreef http:///t/389771/luvmyreefs-20g-nano-build/160#post_3450941
The overflow came with 2 gaskets. The return only came with one. I am assuming it goes inside? They state that one is only needed.
For the overflow the one gasket goes on the inside of the OF, then the second gasket goes on the outside of the OF box between it and the tank then the bulkhead holds it all together. The return the gasket goes on the inside of the tank with the bulkhead holding it down. HTH
Originally Posted by luvmyreef http:///t/389771/luvmyreefs-20g-nano-build/160#post_3450941
The overflow came with 2 gaskets. The return only came with one. I am assuming it goes inside? They state that one is only needed.
For the overflow the one gasket goes on the inside of the OF, then the second gasket goes on the outside of the OF box between it and the tank then the bulkhead holds it all together. The return the gasket goes on the inside of the tank with the bulkhead holding it down. HTH
snakeblitz33
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Actually, the overflow kit only needs one gasket to be installed. The gasket goes between the overflow and the glass. If you watch the video,you will see exactly how it is installed. They have the video on their website where you bought the kit. Though, if you have two gaskets - use them! Nothing wrong with it.
Sounds like things are progressing a bit!
Sounds like things are progressing a bit!
luvmyreef
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Thanks guys. I have watched the video. Seth, I will look at that skimmer a little closer. Thanks for the input. I just don't understand why they tell you not to increase or decrease the pvc pipe, and tell you not to use valves. I am gonna use the shut off valves regardless though. I will not use them to control flow. It is a jic measure.
snakeblitz33
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I like Eshopps. Make sure it fits and isn't too tall for your stand. I personally don't think I want to use anything but a cone skimmer from now on. Lol. So easy to use and produc excellent results.
snakeblitz33
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You need a union and a ball valve for your return pump plumbing. I definitely would not put ball valves on your overflow. If you look at the inside of a ball valve you will see that it constricts the flow. That's a no-no for overflow plumbing. You'll want to probably buy a couple of extra unions just invade you want to take the plumbing completely apart.
Look at the diagram earlier I made to help you out. When you buy unions open them up nd make sure they come with that o-ring.
Look at the diagram earlier I made to help you out. When you buy unions open them up nd make sure they come with that o-ring.
snakeblitz33
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Yeah. You can use a standard paint for underneath the tank, since it doesn't touch the water at all. I like krylon because it streaks less and puts on a thicker coat and dries faster then the off brand paints. But, like I said, it doesn't have to be krylon. I'm happy you are painting the bottom. 