Skimmer on 75 question

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by Fish Shotta, Dec 5, 2010.

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  1. Fish Shotta

    Fish Shotta Astrea Snail

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    hi i have had my 75 running for over a year and a half now and never had any problems, i run a filter, heater, uv steralizer, and a few powerheads. What would be my benefits for adding a skimmer????


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  3. unclejed

    unclejed Whip-Lash Squid

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    I watched the video but you never pull back so I could see the full tank. Now, since you have had the tank running for over a year and a half with no issues I would say a skimmer would be of little bennefit. You needn't spend the money.
     
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    It would help keep nutrients down in the case of a death. It could possibly help with even greater stability.
     
  5. makeshiftcrew

    makeshiftcrew Gigas Clam

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    I also have the same stuff on my tank(probably different brands but...) plus a skimmer, all it can do it help. Plus the obvious taking extra particles out of the water
     
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  6. Fish Shotta

    Fish Shotta Astrea Snail

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    Ya i am gonna take a better video once my corals get used to the new lights that is what i was thinking but i dont know too much about protein skimmers so i thought i would ask

    thankyou
     
  7. Fish Shotta

    Fish Shotta Astrea Snail

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    thanks
     
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  9. unclejed

    unclejed Whip-Lash Squid

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    As a coach I love it when someone wants to learn. Since you have shown an interest, it is time to study!
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