reeftherapy Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 We are in the market for a new protein skimmer. We have 180gal tank and about another 45 to 50 in the sump. We are currently using a G2. I am transfering that over to a new 90 gal build. Any suggestions about what brand to get without spending a lot of money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewie Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 SWC MSX160. Is that 90g 3'x2'x2'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reeftherapy Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 90 gal yes it is 3 x 2 x2. We can't wait to get it set up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewie Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 That's my old tank. Nice to meet you in cyberspace. I helped your Husband load the stand last night. I hope you like it. You got a HECKUVA deal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilmca Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 I read a lot of reviews on skimmers before I bought the one I currently have and was going to go with (2) MSX300 but opted to go with the Reeflo Orca 250 cause a out of sump skimmer worked better for me. From the reviews I read you would be really happy with the MSX skimmer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reeftherapy Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 It is a great tank. It is going to be the aggressive fowlr tank. So that he can get some fish that are not all about peace and love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byrd Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 SWC MSX160. +1 on that skimmer (SWC MSX160) and its not one I own, my footprint is not big enough. Contrary to what you may hear AquaC skimmers are junk-been there done that experianced it-junk did I say that?? I own this ran with a mag 9 pump-great skimmer-IMO http://www.marinetechnical.com/page10.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reeftherapy Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 Thanks for the info on the aqua-c. I haven't heard many good things about them. I like to have my tank run quiet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byrd Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 I was not even talking about noise-(laugh) Odd thing is Marine Depot's reviews are all 5 stars but a few. I have spoke to many who have used them, carried them (as a LFS) and its the same concensus I still have the Remora HOB I use on a frag tank-It sucks-(laugh) but I bought it because of all the positive reviews-dumb mistake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikep503 Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 I love my aqua-c ev 240 on my 210! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy-S Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 if you have the room and the budget I would do this skimmer http://saltwaterconnection.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=113 I own one and it rocks Since it is going to be just a FWLO tank, this skimmer also looks interesting and is budget friendly ooohhh and its a cone so it must be http://saltwaterconnection.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=116 both can be bought locally too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowman Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 I have run 3 or 4 different AquaC skimmers, all have worked very well and if they are plumbed right, they are quiet. You just have to be patient and be prepared to tweek it until it is set just right. after that, they rock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racefan Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 I have run 3 or 4 different AquaC skimmers' date=' all have worked very well and if they are plumbed right, they are quiet. You just have to be patient and be prepared to tweek it until it is set just right. after that, they rock.[/quote'] I'm putty in your hands willing to learn! I just bought a Very lightly used but like brand new Remora AquaC pro with a mag3 pump for a 45 gal tank. The O ring for the collection cup broke & I'm waiting for a new one(they are shipping one free of charge!) as far as plumbing, it's just a HOB so there's no real plumbing is there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkBirkett Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 skimmer I have a Aqua C EV120 with a Mag 500 pump that is a great tea pot for green tea, but as far as a skimmer is garbage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewie Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 if you have the room and the budget I would do this skimmer http://saltwaterconnection.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=113 I own one and it rocks Since it is going to be just a FWLO tank, this skimmer also looks interesting and is budget friendly ooohhh and its a cone so it must be http://saltwaterconnection.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=116 both can be bought locally too Lol Randy! The first one may be a tad overkill on a 90g. I'm a big proponent of bigger skimmers but that's mega overkill. The 160 cone(2nd link) looks pretty promising and would suit the 90g well. I'll have to have Patrick bring a few in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewie Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 I have run 3 or 4 different AquaC skimmers' date=' all have worked very well and if they are plumbed right, they are quiet. You just have to be patient and be prepared to tweek it until it is set just right. after that, they rock.[/quote'] Agreed! AquaC skimmers are very good when setup properly. The problem is that they're kinda tricky to get use to and the pinwheel skimmers are pretty much set and forget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewie Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 I'm putty in your hands willing to learn! I just bought a Very lightly used but like brand new Remora AquaC pro with a mag3 pump for a 45 gal tank. The O ring for the collection cup broke & I'm waiting for a new one(they are shipping one free of charge!) as far as plumbing' date=' it's just a HOB so there's no real plumbing is there?[/quote'] No plumbing besides hooking up the pump. Set the cup and adjust in 1/16" steps ever hour until it's pulling dry foam. The mag 3 works well with the remora pro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewie Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 I have a Aqua C EV120 with a Mag 500 pump that is a great tea pot for green tea' date=' but as far as a skimmer is garbage.[/quote'] Try a Mag 7 or a Eheim 1260. The Mag 5 is kinda weak on the 120. If the skimmer is pulling tea, you either have it submerged too deep in your sump, or you need to lower the waterline in the reaction chamber. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reeftherapy Posted January 7, 2010 Author Share Posted January 7, 2010 I don't know if this makes a difference in your recomendations but We are trying to up grade our skimmer in the 180, from a G2 to .... Do you think the G2 would be okay for the 90gal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewie Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 The G2 would be fine on a medium bioload 90g. For the 180, I'd suggest the SWC MSX200 or bigger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy-S Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 for the 180 I am back to the SWC 250A!!!!! That would be perfect fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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