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  1. AZDesertRat
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    how many GPH for return pump - NEW question please read post #39

    Does the tank have a built in overflow box or do you currently own a hang on back overflow box? If not, there are some good inexpensive HOB choices...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 11, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  2. AZDesertRat
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    how many GPH for return pump - NEW question please read post #39

    The head is the vertical distance between the maximum water level in the display tank and the operating water level in the sump. 4 feet is often a...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 11, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  3. AZDesertRat
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    Jebao wp40 or wp25

    I have two in my 100G and had to turn them down to 50% and 75% due to my 5-6" 330lb. Southdown DSB blowing all over. Two will give you great...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 11, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  4. AZDesertRat
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    I need sump ideas (can't use a tank)

    My 100G has the two Loc Line returns so the nozzles are 3/4" under the displays water surface. This gives me a maximum of 3.5 gallons of...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 11, 2013 in forum: Refugium
  5. AZDesertRat
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    Jebao wp40 or wp25

    The WP-40 is physically a big pump so may look out of place in a 55. This photo is a WP-40, Evolutions 1400, WP-25 and Evolutions Nano 425 all side...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 11, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  6. AZDesertRat
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    I need sump ideas (can't use a tank)

    I built my 60" long 100G stand 6" deeper than the tank so it gave me a shelf in back of the tank for lighting ballasts and a closed loop pump plus...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 10, 2013 in forum: Refugium
  7. AZDesertRat
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    Water Change Technique

    I used a Sharpie and have my sump gallonage levels marked permanently on the side for easy reference. I started this 9 years ago when I built the...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 10, 2013 in forum: General Reef Topics
  8. AZDesertRat
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    Do i need a Chiller????

    I got two 25's and a 40 from a big group buy but you should be able to find them at fish-street.com .
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 10, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  9. AZDesertRat
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    Water Change Technique

    I also have a MJ to pump from the sump. I stuck a 2-3" piece of tubing on the suction nipple and the 1/2" hose on the discharge but I find if there...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 10, 2013 in forum: General Reef Topics
  10. AZDesertRat
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    matching sump level

    Photos? The return pump will determine the flow and the overflow will balance itself out if it is designed correctly with no restrictions and the...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 10, 2013 in forum: Refugium
  11. AZDesertRat
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    I need sump ideas (can't use a tank)

    They make a 15 tall which is the same footprint as a 10G which would give you a littkle more volume but I agree with Greg, longer is better than...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 10, 2013 in forum: Refugium
  12. AZDesertRat
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    Water Change Technique

    I use a plain old Craftsman 6 gallon shop vac, they can be used wet or dry and have a float inside that shuts the vacuum suction off when the...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 10, 2013 in forum: General Reef Topics
  13. AZDesertRat
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    Water Change Technique

    I prefer to vacuum my sump with a shop vac at least every other water change so I can suck any detritus out. On the opposite changes I shut all the...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 10, 2013 in forum: General Reef Topics
  14. AZDesertRat
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    Do i need a Chiller????

    I am presently using two of the new Jebao WP-25's with the 1F controller. Before that I used two Hydor Evolutions 1400's for over three years...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 9, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  15. AZDesertRat
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    Do i need a Chiller????

    Two years ago I got in a power savings frrame of mind. By changing from MH and VHO to LED, eliminating my closed loop and pump and moving the Oceans...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 9, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  16. AZDesertRat
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    Disaster Struck: Why you may need a chiller!

    Fans will take it down much below ambient if they are blowing across the longest dimension of the tank or sump, you would be amazed what evaporation...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 8, 2013 in forum: General Reef Topics
  17. AZDesertRat
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    Do i need a Chiller????

    You would be amazed at what one 2 speed WalMart clip on fan over the sump is capable of. They will easily lower the temp 3-5 degrees or more on low...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 8, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  18. AZDesertRat
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    Modding a BRS Dual media reactor

    You were actually pretty clear on your intentions as written in notes 2 and 3 where you spelled out take them apart and rotate 90 degrees. Great...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 7, 2013 in forum: I made this!
  19. AZDesertRat
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    When should I clean my canister filter?

    Canisters are rarely used in reef systems due to nitrate problems but yes it is time to rinse it. Use some of the saltwater you take out of the...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 4, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  20. AZDesertRat
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    Build thread for my 55G upgrading from a 30G (formerly Upgrading)

    Looking good. I have never understood why everyone builds a shelf on the bottom though and lose the extra 3.5" or more of clearance that comes in...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 2, 2013 in forum: New To The Hobby
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