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My current sump has the skimmer sitting in about 6" of water. The adjustable return sets the water height in the mixing chamber and I have the set-up currently. My question is that If i put my skimmer in a 12" deep chamber would that change the way my skimmer is running. My pump would still be fully submerged, and my adjustable return would still be above the water line (i wouldnt have to change that, as it is running fine right now). So i am thinking that as long as the pump is always under water and the return is always above that the function of the skimmer will remain the same. Also the sponge just slides up and down the return line, I believe it is to be at the water line to prevent splash from the water returning to the chamber. Thank you all for the help.

The return pipe is ajustable to select the water level in the skimmer, but it is still quite tall. As long as I keep the water level below the return pipe would I notice a difference in performance?

I am designing my new sump and was wondering what the best water level for my skimmer is? I believe that I have a Pacific Coast Imports model PS-1000. Anyone with some wisdom on this?

This might be a dumb question... Would puting an airstone under macro in a fuge achieve similar growth?

Thanks for the info, hopefully some day I will put enough thought and money into start up to have this awesome of a setup. I dont think I have the room for a sump that size but I am going to hopefully be buildng a new sump soon. Looks great keep adding pictures as the tank grows!

Keep the pictures coming with the progress. I really enjoyed the vivariums that they have made on this site. http://www.blackjungleterrariumsupply.com/ And to my surprise they are now selling corals as well.

Very nice looking 3D background, great paint job. I made one using spray foam and silicone, the concrete seems like it would be much better...although much heavier. I think Gary needs a lady friend in there.

Thank you. Very helpful.

Im with Hewey on this one. Go Beavs!

I Love it!

I really like the look of your sump. Any chance you could break down dimensions and equiptment. How you have it set-up?

PM for the GSP rock

I have a small one that you can have. It isn't in great shape but if you can get it to do the job. I don't have the exact measurements on it either.

You can get a diamond hole saw from amazon for less than $10 and drill as many holes as you want. I drill holes through travertine tiles with it and worked great. I dont remember what size I have, but you could use it.

Overfeeding is a good way to get a bunch of algae growing in your tank...at least thats how i do it.(whistle)

That way you can see how clean your dog is getting as you wash them. You just have to market it right, which im no good at.

I have a glass 46 gallon bow with black trim, black stand and black hood. Moving and need this out of my garage. It holds water and has no scratches on the glass. It is not the prettiest setup, would work great for a sump or garage system, quarintine tank, you could even use it as a dog bathtub just help me get it out of my garage.

Looking for $50 or trade for some other equipment. Equipment needed: ATO, water storage barrel, power head, nice light for my sump, timer power strip. But I still enjoy the good ol' craigslist offers. So if you have something you are willing to trade let me know what you have.

Oh yeah here is a pic.

I have a 4 bulb 24" t5ho fixture available also. coralife with moonlights. For whoever doesnt end up with Powderblue's light, PM if interested.

Congrats! I saw you up there this morning, its on my drive to work and always see the balloons. Looks like a great time.

Does anyone local have an extra water prtector thing that screw on to cover the end of a t5 bulb? Or is there somewhere I can buy one without having to buy the whole end cap?

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I made my own concrete counter tops for my kitchen and bathroom, alot of work but endless options on how you want them to look. I like how mine turned out, If you have any questions I can try to point you in the right direction.

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Bump.... $75 anyone?

$90 OBO. Tank, Stand, Hood. 46 gallon glass bowfront tank, (no leaks, no scratches). Black factory stand, black custom hood. Mediocre condition, fully function, some blemishes. Trades considered, would like this out of my garage and dont want to deal with craigslist.

Bump... Flakey craigslist people, had 2 CL sales fall through because of no shows. Make an offer I would like this out of my garage. I will consider trades.