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tank looks great
I have internal overflows also. all flex tubing. slip it over the pipe. I have not had any issues with PVC glue with the few connections I have done
Get whatever you like the best. its your tank and your the one that has to look at it. Just do your research. Everyone has their favorite and lots of...
Internal overflows?
I chose to use flex due to the fact that I had it, it didnt cost me anything. There are advantage to using hard pipe. make sure to use unions so when...
Slip bulkhead with flex hose. the only glue is where the PVC elbow goes into the sump fittings. This system is not under high pressure
I use slip with a heavy duty wire tie. This is a tight fit, the Wire tie is for peace of mind
mag 9.5 head loss HEAD HEIGHT 0ft. 0' 1' 2' 3' 4' 950 950 900 850 800 750
Look at the head loss if its below the tank you wont get 950 GPM
Mag 9.5 has a 3/4" suction and discharge if im not mistaken
What return pump flow will you be running?
1" drain with 3/4" return should be fine
sch. 40 will be more than sufficent. I would make sure to have the bigger drain and smaller return. It also depends on the size tank as to what you...
I soak my algae sheet in garlic. I will put about 5-6 drops of garlic right in to the water with an eyedropper a few minutes before I put it on the...
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What works for some people doesnt always work for others. My tds before RODI averages 425 then 0 coming out. I dont even consider using regular tap....
I cant help you on the sand but I would not use tap water to rinse it. You run the risk of getting contaniments into your system. some people use...
Nice looking set up
Nice tank sounds like you got a good deal. How did you build the skimmer?
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