Skimmer height clearance question

wlninja · 06-01-2008, 08:49 AM

Hi all, I am in the process of rebuilding my sump. I have a 90 gallon tank with a current aqua pro systems wet/dry filter. The reason Im rebuilding is the nitrates and phosphates in my tank are on the high side and I can't seem to get them down. They are still hi even after removing the bio balls and changing the filter pad every week. My thinking is with the skimmer and the fuge I should be able to get the levels down.

I'm going to get a 20 long aquarium and fit it with baffles to make a Skimmer -> fuge -> return style sump. I've been looking at the ASM G1 and G1-x. but here is my question. The G1 has a height of ~19 inches and the x has a height of ~21 inches. I have about 24 inches total room inside the stand. How much clearance do I need to remove the collection cap? If I only need a half inch or so Ill get the G1-x but if I need a couple inches or better I'll have to get the G1 or even a smaller skimmer. If anyone can let me know how much clearance Ill need that would be excellent!

Also if anyone has any suggestions about the current nitrate levels I'd love to hear them. Itll be 2-3 weeks still before I can get all the materials and construct the new sump.

Thanks!

sasquatch · 06-01-2008, 09:11 AM

I think its a very minimal requirment? Im sure LYNN the ASM ANSWER GIRL will be along soon, she has a micrometer and knows how to use it!

lcstorc · 06-01-2008, 10:15 AM

LOL
Very little room is needed to remove the collection cup. I have about an inch in my stand for the 125. The thing I didn't think about when I set mine up is the need to occasionally take the skimmer body out for a good cleaning. The pump is not bad, but in order to take the skimmer body out I have to take the sump appart. Now I do not have to do this very often so it is not that big of a deal but I figured I would mention it.
Just as an FYI I am running a G1-x on a 90 and love it. Nice smelley skimmate.

sasquatch · 06-01-2008, 10:28 AM

see lol, I would not have thought about removal, dang we need a music channel for Lynns entrance, drum roll or glockenspiel ? cheers from the crowd ah ah ah Thank You ASM skimmer girl! your the best!!!

lcstorc · 06-01-2008, 10:32 AM

LOL my furry friend.
The call for and ASM answer must have woken me up. I get on the computer and what do I see? An ASM question waiting for me.

sasquatch · 06-01-2008, 10:41 AM

its the bat light of foamieness

wlninja · 06-01-2008, 03:33 PM

Thanks for the info guys! I was also concerned about taking the skimmer out. Ill make sure when i engineer the sump I leave enough room in the skimmer area to tip it on its side and remove it. G1-x it is!

06-01-2008, 08:49 AM	#1 (permalink)
wlninja Bryozoan Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 54 View Gallery Karma Komment	Skimmer height clearance question Hi all, I am in the process of rebuilding my sump. I have a 90 gallon tank with a current aqua pro systems wet/dry filter. The reason Im rebuilding is the nitrates and phosphates in my tank are on the high side and I can't seem to get them down. They are still hi even after removing the bio balls and changing the filter pad every week. My thinking is with the skimmer and the fuge I should be able to get the levels down. I'm going to get a 20 long aquarium and fit it with baffles to make a Skimmer -> fuge -> return style sump. I've been looking at the ASM G1 and G1-x. but here is my question. The G1 has a height of ~19 inches and the x has a height of ~21 inches. I have about 24 inches total room inside the stand. How much clearance do I need to remove the collection cap? If I only need a half inch or so Ill get the G1-x but if I need a couple inches or better I'll have to get the G1 or even a smaller skimmer. If anyone can let me know how much clearance Ill need that would be excellent! Also if anyone has any suggestions about the current nitrate levels I'd love to hear them. Itll be 2-3 weeks still before I can get all the materials and construct the new sump. Thanks!

06-01-2008, 09:11 AM	#2 (permalink)
sasquatch Brunt of all Jokes~ Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: the very farthest west coast of canada Posts: 8,917 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Skimmer height clearance question I think its a very minimal requirment? Im sure LYNN the ASM ANSWER GIRL will be along soon, she has a micrometer and knows how to use it! __________________ castawayreefers.com

06-01-2008, 10:15 AM	#3 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 20,940 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Skimmer height clearance question LOL Very little room is needed to remove the collection cup. I have about an inch in my stand for the 125. The thing I didn't think about when I set mine up is the need to occasionally take the skimmer body out for a good cleaning. The pump is not bad, but in order to take the skimmer body out I have to take the sump appart. Now I do not have to do this very often so it is not that big of a deal but I figured I would mention it. Just as an FYI I am running a G1-x on a 90 and love it. Nice smelley skimmate. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back. In Loving Memory Of Z 01/22/07 - 08/19/08

06-01-2008, 10:28 AM	#4 (permalink)
sasquatch Brunt of all Jokes~ Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: the very farthest west coast of canada Posts: 8,917 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Skimmer height clearance question see lol, I would not have thought about removal, dang we need a music channel for Lynns entrance, drum roll or glockenspiel ? cheers from the crowd ah ah ah Thank You ASM skimmer girl! your the best!!! __________________ castawayreefers.com

06-01-2008, 10:32 AM	#5 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 20,940 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Skimmer height clearance question LOL my furry friend. The call for and ASM answer must have woken me up. I get on the computer and what do I see? An ASM question waiting for me. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back. In Loving Memory Of Z 01/22/07 - 08/19/08

06-01-2008, 10:41 AM	#6 (permalink)
sasquatch Brunt of all Jokes~ Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: the very farthest west coast of canada Posts: 8,917 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Skimmer height clearance question its the bat light of foamieness __________________ castawayreefers.com

06-01-2008, 03:33 PM	#7 (permalink)
wlninja Bryozoan Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 54 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Skimmer height clearance question Thanks for the info guys! I was also concerned about taking the skimmer out. Ill make sure when i engineer the sump I leave enough room in the skimmer area to tip it on its side and remove it. G1-x it is!

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