best hob skimmer for a dirty 55g

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  1. BoBo65

    BoBo65 Torch Coral

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    hey guys so I have a 55 gal with 3 damsels and a very messy snowflake eel ;D dang thing shreds its food so I know im in need of a good skimmer, Im also on a budget so what do you guys think would be the biggest and the best for under $200?? i was thinking Reef Octopus BH-2000 any one have any other input or suggestions?
     
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  2. Tautog

    Tautog Astrea Snail

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    Just put that exact one on my 90 this week. So did Clarky another member. Flat out bad ass in my opinion. Once it gets tweaked right, which took me 4 days it works great. I just pm'd him 20 min ago to check his progress and he said he would buy it again in a heartbeat.
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    BoBo65 Torch Coral

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    awesome man, thats kinda what made me decide on it... i saw a few other member ravin on it and made me consider it, where did you guys buy yours from??
     
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  4. Tautog

    Tautog Astrea Snail

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    My lfs, paid $190 out the door
     
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    heffernan Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    Does that skimmer require an overflow or anything else to get setup?? I was think about the same one.
     
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    Tautog Astrea Snail

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    Nope. If you look at the pic, closest to you is the return with the blue sponge and the intake is just on the other side of that. I will try to get a couple of better pictures when I get home.
     
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