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lcstorc · 03-23-2008, 08:43 AM

You should absolutely post pics from the beginning.
First off we enjoy pics. Second it will give you something to look back on when you have a wonderful reef.

aqualady · 03-23-2008, 09:39 AM

I think I'm going to have to break down and buy a new wet/dry. Mine came used with the system looks like it's almost as old as me. I'm looking at a Eshopp 200 from Petsolutions.com. What do you think? Also what in-sump protein skimmer do you recommend (reasonable price if possible). HAPPY EASTER!

lcstorc · 03-23-2008, 10:00 AM

Are you going for a reef tank or a FOWLR? If you are going reef then ditch the wet/dry entiretly. Your LR will preform your biological filtration better than any wet/dry. I would recomment a sump instead. They are easy to make youself and there are lots of DIY plans out there. Spend your money on a good skimmer instead.
Personally I love ASM G series skimmers. They are great and very reliable.

aqualady · 03-23-2008, 10:05 AM

OK. I'll look into it. Thanks a lot!

aqualady · 03-23-2008, 12:29 PM

Why can't I convert my wet/dry to a sump? Remove the bio balls and add a skimmer? It has an old skimmer that looks like is was built into the unit though. No "guts" , just an acrilic "column" and collection cup. I don't really get how it was supposed to work, but the tank is fine. It already has the bulk head. Maybe if I post a diagram of it someone could help me with modification ideas? umm.. how do I post a diagram??

aqualady · 03-23-2008, 12:45 PM

Never mind. I jst took measurements of my current wet/dry and it's knda small. Too small to accomodate a decent skimmer. Oh well, bck to the drawing board.

03-23-2008, 08:43 AM	#16 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 16,423 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New member hello You should absolutely post pics from the beginning. First off we enjoy pics. Second it will give you something to look back on when you have a wonderful reef. __________________ 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 Jawfish enjoyment ASM answer girl. Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.

03-23-2008, 09:39 AM	#17 (permalink)
aqualady Tubeworm Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Potsdam, NY Posts: 34 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New member hello I think I'm going to have to break down and buy a new wet/dry. Mine came used with the system looks like it's almost as old as me. I'm looking at a Eshopp 200 from Petsolutions.com. What do you think? Also what in-sump protein skimmer do you recommend (reasonable price if possible). HAPPY EASTER! __________________ Aqualady "Live long and prosper."

03-23-2008, 10:00 AM	#18 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 16,423 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New member hello Are you going for a reef tank or a FOWLR? If you are going reef then ditch the wet/dry entiretly. Your LR will preform your biological filtration better than any wet/dry. I would recomment a sump instead. They are easy to make youself and there are lots of DIY plans out there. Spend your money on a good skimmer instead. Personally I love ASM G series skimmers. They are great and very reliable. __________________ 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 Jawfish enjoyment ASM answer girl. Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.

03-23-2008, 10:05 AM	#19 (permalink)
aqualady Tubeworm Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Potsdam, NY Posts: 34 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New member hello OK. I'll look into it. Thanks a lot! __________________ Aqualady "Live long and prosper."

03-23-2008, 12:29 PM	#20 (permalink)
aqualady Tubeworm Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Potsdam, NY Posts: 34 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New member hello Why can't I convert my wet/dry to a sump? Remove the bio balls and add a skimmer? It has an old skimmer that looks like is was built into the unit though. No "guts" , just an acrilic "column" and collection cup. I don't really get how it was supposed to work, but the tank is fine. It already has the bulk head. Maybe if I post a diagram of it someone could help me with modification ideas? umm.. how do I post a diagram?? __________________ Aqualady "Live long and prosper."

03-23-2008, 12:45 PM	#21 (permalink)
aqualady Tubeworm Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Potsdam, NY Posts: 34 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New member hello Never mind. I jst took measurements of my current wet/dry and it's knda small. Too small to accomodate a decent skimmer. Oh well, bck to the drawing board. __________________ Aqualady "Live long and prosper."

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