octopus 100 or 100s
- Thread starter nycbob
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cveverly
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Originally Posted by nycbob
http:///forum/post/2856679
was happy until it started leaking last nite. the airtube somehow came loose from the external pump. i tried to put the airtube back in, but couldnt do it.
I have been concerned about that happening on that model. That is the primary reason I don't promote it. If you don't want the pump in the tank look at the 100F. I do own that one and like it on a small tank. However, the ones you are looking at would be easier to clean the pump.
Some people don't like the surface skimmer on the 100F and 100SS but I do. If you don't like it you can add a strainer from a powerhead. They fit in the suction tube.
BTW, I just looked up your original thread on this skimmer and noticed you are using it on a 150. I would give serious consideration to the 800S or even the 300F.
http:///forum/post/2856679
was happy until it started leaking last nite. the airtube somehow came loose from the external pump. i tried to put the airtube back in, but couldnt do it.
I have been concerned about that happening on that model. That is the primary reason I don't promote it. If you don't want the pump in the tank look at the 100F. I do own that one and like it on a small tank. However, the ones you are looking at would be easier to clean the pump.
Some people don't like the surface skimmer on the 100F and 100SS but I do. If you don't like it you can add a strainer from a powerhead. They fit in the suction tube.
BTW, I just looked up your original thread on this skimmer and noticed you are using it on a 150. I would give serious consideration to the 800S or even the 300F.