Pump Size Help ?

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  1. cjrudy

    cjrudy Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I need to replace my stock 243 gph pump in my 29G Biocube. I am thinking of getting the MaxiJet, do I go with the 1100 at 294gph or the 1800 at 475. I am definitely looking to increase flow.

    Any suggestions.

    Also thought about the Hydor Pico at 300gph
     
    cjrudy, Jan 1, 2011
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  2. con999

    con999 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    well what type of tank is this sps, lps, or softies
     
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  3. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    If the 1800 fits go for it.
     
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  4. cjrudy

    cjrudy Coral Banded Shrimp

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    LPS and Softies
     
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  5. con999

    con999 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    ok well upgrad the stock pump and i would a 700 ghp pump to go with the upgrade
     
    con999, Jan 1, 2011
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