Need a pump so we can get going....

Discussion in 'New To The Hobby' started by sharkyshark, Nov 19, 2008.

to remove this notice and enjoy 3reef content with less ads. 3reef membership is free.

  1. sharkyshark

    sharkyshark Spaghetti Worm

    Joined:
    Nov 19, 2008
    Messages:
    191
    Location:
    Wheaton, IL
    Hi,
    Trying to get my 250gal up and running. we are waiting on a pump for the AquaMedic Multi SL skimmer.... it came with the ocean runner ph2500, but the guy couldn't find it when we picked up the tank. if anyone has one, or knows where I can get one, PLEASE LET ME KNOW! dying to get this baby up and running to show off to the fam for the holidays.
     
    sharkyshark, Nov 19, 2008
    sharkyshark, Nov 19, 2008
    #1

    2. Click Here!

  2. grubbsj

    grubbsj Gigas Clam

    Joined:
    Sep 28, 2006
    Messages:
    856
    Location:
    Outside of Seattle, WA
    Sorry I don't have an old pump that large.... Do you have pics of your setup....???
     
    grubbsj, Nov 19, 2008
    grubbsj, Nov 19, 2008
    #2
  3. tigermike74

    tigermike74 Panda Puffer

    Joined:
    Sep 24, 2008
    Messages:
    2,116
    Location:
    Southern CA
    Why not order any pump that is also rated about the same? A Mag-Drive 7 is a great pump that's rated at 700GPH at 0 head. The OR2500 is rated at 650GPH.
     
    tigermike74, Nov 19, 2008
    tigermike74, Nov 19, 2008
    #3
  4. sharkyshark

    sharkyshark Spaghetti Worm

    Joined:
    Nov 19, 2008
    Messages:
    191
    Location:
    Wheaton, IL
    would that pump work with my skimmer?
     
    sharkyshark, Nov 21, 2008
    sharkyshark, Nov 21, 2008
    #4
  5. tigermike74

    tigermike74 Panda Puffer

    Joined:
    Sep 24, 2008
    Messages:
    2,116
    Location:
    Southern CA
    From what I read, I don't see why it wouldn't. The only catch would be if it was a venturi driven skimmer. I'll look it up and see what it says...
    It does look like it is venturi driven, so unless you modify a Mag Drive to inject air at the intake, you won't get bubbles.
    Ocean Runner Protein Skimmer Pumps - Aqua Medic
    I think you can get these modified pumps direct, it couldn't hurt to give them a call. :)
     
    tigermike74, Nov 25, 2008
    tigermike74, Nov 25, 2008
    #5