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  1. Powerman
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    What to populate with?

    So I understand now pods just come. What other stuff is needed for a healthy fuge. Do you need sand sifters, snails, worms??? Other than your algae,...
    Thread by: Powerman, Jan 28, 2009, 1 replies, in forum: Refugium
  2. Powerman
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    AquaC EV-120 Help

    I agree with what has been said. The water level needs to be to the internal platform during break in. After that, it should be at the top of the...
    Post by: Powerman, Jan 26, 2009 in forum: Protein Skimmers
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    Anyone pulled out their pre-filters????

    I used some finner floss than the blue floss. I wanted it to fill up in a week so I could replace it when I did maintenance. I replaced it every week...
    Post by: Powerman, Jan 23, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  4. Powerman
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    Megaflow Overflow problems

    I'm still curious what pump it is and if he is going by unrestricted flow rating, or factoring in plumbing and head.
    Post by: Powerman, Jan 22, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  5. Powerman
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    Megaflow Overflow problems

    My 9.5 will do 800gph, but with 4 feet of head, is only doing about 500gph with the associated plumbing. My vent hole is probably 3/16-1/4 inch.
    Post by: Powerman, Jan 22, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  6. Powerman
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    Megaflow Overflow problems

    What size is your tank and pump? I have a Mag 9.5 on my 90g. The previous owner had a straw comming out of the vent. I took that off with no...
    Post by: Powerman, Jan 21, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  7. Powerman
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    Pumps - Controlling the Flow (OUTPUT)

    This is a globe valve: [IMG] The flow has to change direction resulting in more friction loss. This is a gate valve. [IMG] The gate moves out...
    Post by: Powerman, Jan 21, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  8. Powerman
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    Pumps - Controlling the Flow (OUTPUT)

    Globe valves have very good flow control characteristics. Much more linear adjustments than gates. However, they are very restrictive valves compared...
    Post by: Powerman, Jan 21, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  9. Powerman
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    Pumps - Controlling the Flow (OUTPUT)

    Don't throttle the inlet. You starve the pump. No point. The pump will only consume the power it takes to move the water. Bypassing some flow back...
    Post by: Powerman, Jan 21, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
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    Trouble in paradise???

    I got back last Tuesday. Tank looked good. That person was tank sitting the 5 days prior. Only had a day, then had to work the last four nights on...
    Post by: Powerman, Dec 29, 2008 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    Help with plumbing an equipment closet.

    Another thing the closet would make better. Could actually test and preassemble. Breaking down my tank, then setting it back up, then installing the...
    Post by: Powerman, Dec 29, 2008 in forum: I made this!
  12. Powerman
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    Help with plumbing an equipment closet.

    Thanks a bunch. I have watched your build thread too. Nice. I figured having the sump higher would make maintenance easier, and I could store under....
    Post by: Powerman, Dec 29, 2008 in forum: I made this!
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    Help with plumbing an equipment closet.

    Got it. I figured the drain is big enough, just need to PVC it. Was just worried about getting too much flow from the 9.5. That was what I was...
    Post by: Powerman, Dec 29, 2008 in forum: I made this!
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    Help with plumbing an equipment closet.

    Thanks. So how did you plumb yours from your tank to your sump? How tall is you sump compared to your tank?
    Post by: Powerman, Dec 29, 2008 in forum: I made this!
  15. Powerman
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    Help with plumbing an equipment closet.

    Also, just measured and the closet is only 36" wide, and 52" deep. That will be a tight fit with me in there. Hum.
    Post by: Powerman, Dec 29, 2008 in forum: I made this!
  16. Powerman
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    Trouble in paradise???

    So now I'm worried. Everything just seems to be taking a dive. Maybe it's because it's early morning, but things just don't seem right. My zoos are...
    Post by: Powerman, Dec 29, 2008 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    Help with plumbing an equipment closet.

    You are a great help. "that really doesnt matter, its a personal pref., but the higher off the ground you have it, the less head you'll have." That...
    Post by: Powerman, Dec 29, 2008 in forum: I made this!
  18. Powerman
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    Help with plumbing an equipment closet.

    I was going down the road to build a bigger stand to put a 75g sump/fuge under my 90g. Lots of imporvements over adding a small fuge to my existing...
    Thread by: Powerman, Dec 29, 2008, 12 replies, in forum: I made this!
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    Is a 75g TOO big for a sump/fuge???

    Dang Luna, that is awesome advice. However, I already have my setup. My sig is only in the original post. I bought a used setup from my coworker. It...
    Post by: Powerman, Dec 28, 2008 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
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    Is a 75g TOO big for a sump/fuge???

    It's rated for 120 and I don't feel I'm overstocked. Although, some are kids. When they grow up, I should be good.
    Post by: Powerman, Dec 28, 2008 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
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