Reef Octupus Skimmers any good??

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  1. Saltydoggy

    Saltydoggy Astrea Snail

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    So considering the Reef Octopus 4 skimmer. Anyone have experience w/ these skimmers? are they good?
     
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  2. rocketmandb

    rocketmandb Ocellaris Clown

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    I have the Reef Octopus Super Reef 5000 - happy with it.
     
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  3. stoney waters

    stoney waters Fire Shrimp

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    my fish store runs them and thats the only brand he will sell,he backs his suppliers up soo they are good..his water is very clear so id amagine they are good and iv seen the skimate its pulled out in just 10mins when i was their it was amazing..i would recomend them im going to buy one as soon as i get 300$ to spend on one.
     
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  4. kcbrad

    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    I have a Reef Octopus 160. I had a slight issue with the propeller not working correctly, but the company was outstanding and sent out a replacement part in one day, no questions asked. I definitely recommend it, it works great!
     
    kcbrad, May 12, 2010
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