worse timing ever

fitbmxdude989

fitbmxdude989

Member
Ok I got my new pump for my protein skimmer and now I have a new problem, my seaclone skimmer keeps putting out foam not big bubbles, I'm getting a new skimmer within the month but I need the skimmer to work until then, any suggestions?
 
2quills

2quills

Well-Known Member
The bubbles should be in the skimmer body and by the time it reached the top it should be a dense foam. I'd imagine yours should be pretty foamy right now since the systems has been without a skimmer for a little while. It's probably going to pull out alot of foam.
 
meowzer

meowzer

Moderator
Originally Posted by fitbmxdude989
http:///forum/post/3293704
Ok well the foam might be a little too fine but that's ok, mine puts alot of microbubbles in the tank
you may have to make a few adjustments with the airline......I had 3 of these...LOL....
 
posiden

posiden

Active Member
If your getting micro bubbles, you need to turn down the air a bit. OR, you may be able to place a piece of foam pad under the outlet to catch the bubbles. Not real sure how your using the skimmer.
 
fitbmxdude989

fitbmxdude989

Member
I just bought a coralife needle wheel skimmer today and was going through setup and it said it needs a 24 hr period to break in, does that mean with bubbles or without?
 
dutchswan

dutchswan

Member
Originally Posted by Jstdv8
http:///forum/post/3285052
sheesh, I said it was a bad analogy LOL
You don't think the pump on the protein skimmer is lubricated? Though I doubt that type of lube falls to the bottom. It is probably more viscous.
 
ernestpolska

ernestpolska

Member
in my opinion needle wheel skimmers are horrible because they clog up real fast and u hav to replace the needle... but thats me
 
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