New Skimmer Q

It looks like I might have gotten burnt on this skimmer. (49.00) The maker offers no inof about it. I got it off of ebay. If I have to get another what would be the best and cheapest way to go. 55 gallon model price and so on and so forth....thnx

 

You should spend some quality time reading through and searching the old threads here:
Protein Skimmers - 3reef Forums
I'm sure after reading some threads with other people with tanks your size you'll find a highly and widely recommended skimmer that will suite your needs.

 

After reading one of your old threads, I see the skimmer is a Jebo 180 aka "cheapo 180". Linda had one on her 55, and she said it sucks. Search for a better one.

 

I highly recommend the AquaC Remora Protein Skimmer with Maxi-Jet 1200 Pump.

Works great and requires no adjustments. Can use it as a HOB or put it in a sump. You may be able to find a used one on eBay.

 

There are plenty of cheap ways to go. All of them bad. Skimming and lighting are two things you do not want to skimp on IMO. Here are a few skimmers (all of them HOB) in my order of preference for a 55g.

Aqua Medic Turbo Flotor 1000
AquaC Remora Pro
Octopus BH-100F
Coralife 125 Superskimmer