Nancymacc Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 I have the choice of 2 skimmers for this new tank build. Can't really afford to buy a better quality one right now. Which would be your choice? Seaclone 100 or CPR BakPak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finch6013 Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 CPR Bakpak. The seaclone 100 is,.... well a piece of junk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 You should consider getting a used one. I just sold a bubblemax 2500 for 50 dollars because it was not enough for my tank. Personally one thing I have learned is to try to go with the best quality you can afford. When you consider how much corals can cost and the price of losing them when you don't have the right equipment. One caveat though is often with used equipment people are getting rid of it for a reason. I have also bought used equipment trying to save money and ended up spending more because it didn't work well. If you buy new for things many stores will have warranties and work with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancymacc Posted May 1, 2011 Author Share Posted May 1, 2011 There is a bubblemax and a Coralife 125 on CL, was just looking at both of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finch6013 Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Of the two I recommended my choice but what Kim said is true. If you can afford it or save up for a better skimmer then I would. This hobby is expensive, but its a whole lot cheaper if you only have to by good equipment once. I have been through several skimmers until I finally realized how much money I was wasting and just bought the best I could afford. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackaninny Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Save and get a better one - that way you'll only cry once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancymacc Posted May 1, 2011 Author Share Posted May 1, 2011 Ok all that being said, what would you recommend for a 50g / 10g sump that I want to put in the sump to run?? I will not be upgrading size of tank at all in the near or distant future, I have maxxed what my apartment allows LOL. plan is fish & soft corals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael7979 Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 CPR Bakpak. The seaclone 100 is' date='.... well a piece of junk.[/quote'] +1 But you should look thru the used equipment classifieds. Might get lucky! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancymacc Posted May 1, 2011 Author Share Posted May 1, 2011 I have been getting good results with the BakPak on the 35g tank so I will put that one to work for now and save for a good one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racefan Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 You did not say what kind of budget you were thinking but I see you are in Renton, have you checked with Barrier Reef to see if by chance they have a line on a good used one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancymacc Posted May 2, 2011 Author Share Posted May 2, 2011 In all honesty I can get what I need if I really need it budget wise, however with upsizing the tank and renewing my Greencard this month I am trying to limit my cash outflow LOL. Ahhhh Barrier Reef, that is actually a great idea. I love that place and the people who work there. I may wait until Customer Apprecation day sale (i have have private time on the 13th), and get a skimmer then. For now I set up the BakPak on the outside of the sump and it is doing fine in the new tank...so far...I put a piece of fibre on the outflow as it is the old style one that is just like a waterfall to reduce sound and splash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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