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Old 04-05-2007, 11:17 AM   #1 (permalink)
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ok in the next week or so I am going to buy my protein skimmer. If i could get some ideas on a good but cheap skimmer that would be very much appreciated. Also i have no idea on how to set it up. (i.e. in my sump) or how to know if it will even fit in my sump. once again thanks for all the help....


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Old 04-05-2007, 11:40 AM   #2 (permalink)
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when i look at skimmers i always dubble there tank size rating, unless your looking at one of the high $ ones

heres a few to look at.

this one can be setup out of sump Marine Solutions Online Store

this one is in sump Octopus Needlewheel 200 Marine Solutions Online Store


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Old 04-05-2007, 11:44 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Greg, try a Coralife needlewheel or a Turboflotor skimmer. They are around $150.00 for what you need! Or you could go with a Aqua C Remora, which I am very fond of!!!


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thanks tom.... you wouldnt buy chance have a site for the items you mentioned would you if not that is ok as well i will find them... oh and thanks again
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Cheap skimmers are just that. If you are going to spend money get the best you can now or you will just waste more money in the future on a better skimmer and lights. Your skimmer and lighting will be the most expensive purchases for your tank, they also happen to be the important equipment.

I have the aqua c remora and love it. It cost $200 canadian. No fussing with anything, plug and play.

Not sure what you plan on doing for flow but I would recommend, tunze, seio, or the hydor koralia.


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rio nano skimmer

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thanks again tom lol oh and i think i am gonna go with aqua c and see how that works out for me... (hopfully it will fit in my sump...)
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Greg, the Remora is a hang on only I believe. The Urchin is what you will need for in sump!!! But they are both awesome IMO!!!
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yes you were correct tom. the question i am wondering is will i still need my return pump after i install my skimmer???
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