I dont know a thing about skimmers - please help!

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by johnmaloney, Mar 23, 2011.

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  1. Zechenia

    Zechenia Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    I just got a CPR remora. I don't have anything to compare it to.... but I'm cycling (with mostly base rock from you actually :D) and it's already pulling out a lotta nasty looking foam. I havent even spent much time trying to set it up since it's still in the break-in period.

    Impressed so far!
     
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  2. rocketmandb

    rocketmandb Ocellaris Clown

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    If you're pulling gunk out then it sounds like it's dialed in and working. I've never had a remora before, but I've had other Aqua C products and they are solid.
     
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  3. Zechenia

    Zechenia Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    Ya, though I am sure I can dial it in a bit better. But not a concern yet since I dont have anything in the tank :)
     
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  4. m2434

    m2434 Giant Squid

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    I believe the remora also can't over flow? This is good for a HOB, some will overflow and you may come home to find your tank on the carpet :angry:
     
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  5. Zechenia

    Zechenia Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    The directions had a lot of stuff about steps to keep it from overflowing, so I would guess it can overflow.

    I got mine with the drain from the collection cup, so I have that going down into a big jug... so it'll take a lot longer to overflow.
     
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  6. jcono

    jcono Astrea Snail

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    I say it whenever I can- you can't go wrong with a Bubble Magus. I have a NAC7 on my 90 gal. and it skims like craazy. It was $210 new. Runs silent, too.
     
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  7. johnmaloney

    johnmaloney 3reef Sponsor

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    thanks for the tip on the corallife. my friend has one that at least to me works really well, but I get that doesnt cover everyone.

    Bubble Magus...I will have to check that out I haven;t heard of that brand yet. I am horribly behind when it comes to equipment...

    i like their motto though :)
    http://www.bubble-magus.com/en/product.asp

    looks nice for the price
     
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