Arsonmfg Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 I'm looking for a decent sized return pump for my 120, something that can do at least 300gph with a 5ft head. Thanks, Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Salvador Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 Pump You got a PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsonmfg Posted November 28, 2007 Author Share Posted November 28, 2007 Still looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowman Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 Are you talking submersible or external? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsonmfg Posted November 29, 2007 Author Share Posted November 29, 2007 Either or... I have things kinda setup for a submersible right now but the tank and sump arent quite finished so I can go either way... The biggest thing is that I'm looking for something inexpensive cause I'm pretty strapped for cash being the holidays and all. I'm hoping someone has something lying around they wouldn't mind unloading for cheap... Wishful thinking I guess. It's looking like I might just end up going with one of the $60 AquaVia submersible pumps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstoneburg Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Would a rio 3100 work for ya? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siskiou Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 I may have a genx (4100, I think) for sale, but have to test it first. It was working fine, but has been sitting unused for a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsonmfg Posted November 29, 2007 Author Share Posted November 29, 2007 Yeah that should work pretty good, what do you want for it? Also did you have any problems with the pump running really hot? The tank is a 120 gal / 55 gal sump with a single 400w halide and 4 55w power compacts. I'm hoping I'll be able to keep a safe temp with fans and not having to drop more $$ on a chiller that I cant afford. As you can see I'm still a total newb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newreefer02 Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Geez, why couldn't i get a response like this when I was looking for an external? lol Well im still looking for one so if anyone has one shoot me a PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstoneburg Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 The rio 3100 retails new at like $67 + shipping.. Hows $30 sound? Ive been using it for water changes and mixing water so I couldnt honestly tell you if it runs hot or not. Maybe someone else can chime in on that effect. Im happy to sell to whoever wants it, just lemme know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsonmfg Posted November 29, 2007 Author Share Posted November 29, 2007 Dara-leek! Get in line buddy! Just kidding... This is Chris from Omen. See you at Zak's Christmas party this weekend? El Salvador has an external pump, it was just a little more than I was looking to spend right now. Dstoneburg, that would probably work. I'll let you know this weekend, more than likely I'll pay you to ship it if you don't mind considering it would be cheaper than driving down and back from Portland with these [language filter] gas prices! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstoneburg Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Works for me. Just lemme know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nyles Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 For long term use I would in the future recommend you upgrade to a lower watt, quieter, more reliable pump like a Eheim or Mag. Short term you will be OK with a RIO but it will fail being used as a return with head pressure after a few years. thought I would just put that out there so you know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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