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Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by Travis45, Apr 6, 2010.

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  1. mikejrice

    mikejrice 3reef Affiliate

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    It's always good to plan ahead. I run a skimmer rated for over 200 gallons on my 30 just in case.
     
    mikejrice, Apr 11, 2010
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  2. bje

    bje Long-fin Bannerfish

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    Scary that I knew that already. I feel like a 3reef tank stalker...

    Good to plan ahead... always be prepared - scouts motto
     
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  3. Travis45

    Travis45 Scooter Blennie

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    Yeah that Xtreme 160 is going to be nice on my tank. Hopefully by the middle of next week!! ;D
     
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  4. BradSander

    BradSander Astrea Snail

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    I've been runnin the Vertex skimme for about 6 months now. Absolutely an awesome skimmer for the money. Very well built and makes a lot of foam
     
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  5. Travis45

    Travis45 Scooter Blennie

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    Yeah I was going between the Vertex and the SWC Xtreme 160. I went with the 160 because of the small footprint and crazy bioload capabilities.
     
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  6. bje

    bje Long-fin Bannerfish

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    glad everyones on the same page... i also was looking at the vertex line as a possible primary choice. wound up being the reviewed ratings, footprint, and bioload capability as well for me.

    still waiting on the dang gov't refund check.... NEED MY STUFF YESTERDAY!
     
    bje, Apr 12, 2010
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  7. Travis45

    Travis45 Scooter Blennie

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    I know how that goes. I needed my new skimmer last week. The ASM G1 is trying its best to keep up with my tank but it just can't.
     
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  8. Travis45

    Travis45 Scooter Blennie

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    Well my 160 Xtreme is in the sump and breaking in. Dang that thing produces a lot of micro bubbles in that cylinder.
     
    Travis45, Apr 13, 2010
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