Does it look like i set my skimmer up right?

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  1. Puffer Chick

    Puffer Chick Giant Squid

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    Just put the air valve on so i can finally run my skimmer:) Does it look right? theres a good amount of bubbles and some noise making, but i think i'll learn to tune it out. Also creates a lot more tiny bubbles in the tank, but i already had a ton of those thanks to the powerheads
     

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  3. Robman

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    Looks good!! Now just get the feel of the level of the bubbles. Usually start with them at the bottom of the cone.
     
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  4. oceanparadise1

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    Looks great, ur gonna love that skimmer once it breaks in
     
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  5. Puffer Chick

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    cool! i don't know why everyone had such trouble putting the skimmer together? my dad did it no problem, and it was easy to get started. Does the noise eventually go away, or at least gets quieter once it's done breaking in
     
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