Skimmer, Sump, Pump Build

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  1. ermano

    ermano Zoanthid

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    This is exciting!! Can't wait to see the sump connected to the DT...
     
    ermano, Nov 13, 2009
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  2. tatted4ever

    tatted4ever Clown Trigger

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    Sparky..... very nice so far... looking solid.

    If I was to make one recommendation is to lower your water level. I have a feeling that your gate valve has to be open almost all the way with that water level height.

    They say 5-6 inches sparky. I thought they were on some B.S. but indeed they arent. looks like your around 8 or so. I have my water level set at mid level of the output opening on the valve. looks like yours is completely submerged. Just an initial observation. I have maintained my level and it is my skimmer is rocking. Just emptied a completely full collection cup and I was grossed at at the stench.... I waved the skimmate under my girlfriends nose and she threatened a break up;)

    Youll love this bad boy when its broken in and producing the nasty :)
     
    tatted4ever, Nov 13, 2009
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  3. PackLeader

    PackLeader Giant Squid

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    Looks great!
    The only thing I would suggest is to run a longer length of PVC between the manifold and pump, and putting a brace and bracket for the PVC length between the pump and manifold. This will keep a lot of the pressure off the head of the pump. Too much weight, and you'll go through seals and input shafts like crazy.
     
    PackLeader, Nov 13, 2009
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  4. ReefSparky

    ReefSparky Super Moderator

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    Yes, I'm at 8". I'll probably wind up placing the skimmer on a perch of some sort. I have to figure out what I'm going to use, and how I'm going to achieve this.

    Thanks for that valuable advice, Pack. :) If it'll fit, I'll put a nipple of PVC between the pump and manifold. Hadn't considered that.
     
    ReefSparky, Nov 16, 2009
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  5. PackLeader

    PackLeader Giant Squid

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    You could also brace the individual pipes after the manifold if there is not room. I just like to do things the easy way ;) One bracket vs. four brackets.
     
    PackLeader, Nov 16, 2009
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  6. steve wright

    steve wright Super Moderator

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    looking good Reef Sparky - that skimmer does look the business IMO
    I checked the books out, mostly work related well they seemed to be to me?
    so good choice IMO

    Steve
     
    steve wright, Nov 17, 2009
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  7. tatted4ever

    tatted4ever Clown Trigger

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    Sparky whered ya get that filter sock at? Im gonna get me one.
     
    tatted4ever, Nov 19, 2009
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  8. ReefSparky

    ReefSparky Super Moderator

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    Yes, Steve. They're mostly work related, taking the licensing test soon.

    I got it at my LFS. Ecosystemaquarium.com says the label. It doesn't seem to get to any website, though. If you're interested, let me know and I can inquire at my LFS if he can get another.
     
    ReefSparky, Nov 20, 2009
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  9. tatted4ever

    tatted4ever Clown Trigger

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    yea.... id like to get one. How much?
     
    tatted4ever, Nov 20, 2009
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  10. ReefSparky

    ReefSparky Super Moderator

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    It was $79.99, and came with 2 filter socks. Kinda pricey.
     
    ReefSparky, Nov 21, 2009
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