skimmers for 8 gal?

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  1. Va Reef

    Va Reef Giant Squid

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    got a biocube, 8 gal, i cant find any skimmers that really "fit". are they even neccesary? is there like a DIY skimmer?

    thanks
     
    Va Reef, Feb 2, 2011
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  2. Zoanthids21

    Zoanthids21 McKoscker’s Flasher Wrasse

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    You can buy a oceanic biocube skimmer, that SHOULD fit, not sure of the dimensions but they are not that big..

    Why dont you get a sump for the 8g and you could get a better skimmer, get like a 20g long sump or something, and on top of that, it will be easier to keep up with and more stable.

    EDIT: I am not sure if the skimmer for the biocube is only for 14g and 29g though.
     
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  3. Va Reef

    Va Reef Giant Squid

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    yeah i forgot to mention the Oceanic is for 14's and 29's....funny i've got and empty 20 gallon long sitting around....only down side is that its a terrarium :-X could it still be used?
     
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