Replacing Circulation Pumps Again

LPSLuver · 10-17-2008, 09:16 AM

In an effort to increase my DT turnover rate for increased tank health (detritus removal) I am replacing my MJ1200, which replaced the 2 stock pumps, with 2 Eheim Compact 1000's. They have up to 265 gph flow (adjustable) and look as if they will fit (I hope). They are pretty heavy pumps so mounting them may be a challenge but if it works I will have some really good flow. I'll prolly do it tonight while watching the idiot box. I'll keep you updated.

BTW...seems like vodka dosing is having a positive impact on my Hair Algae problem. Do some research if you are interested. It's really pretty simple. My only challenge was that I had no measurable nitrate or phosphate. I know I have phosphate issues or I would not have HA. So my determination of success is based on visual evidence not an actual measurable reduction in nitrates or phosphates.

Octoman · 10-17-2008, 09:57 AM

If you want some serious flow, look into the Sure Flow mod kit for the Maxijet 1200. It boosts it from 295gph to 2100gph...

LPSLuver · 10-17-2008, 10:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Octoman

If you want some serious flow, look into the Sure Flow mod kit for the Maxijet 1200. It boosts it from 295gph to 2100gph...

2100gph in a Red Sea Max would be way out of control and far too much flow from one pump. I've used that mod kit in my other tank and was not impressed. They were loud and vibrated. They no longer worked well on the Red Sea Wave maker. Other people have had success with them but I am not one of them.

Octoman · 10-17-2008, 10:06 AM

That might be a bit much for an RSM, I didn't look at what forum this was...

Mine has been great, but I don't use it on a wavemaker.

cbrownfish · 10-17-2008, 10:38 AM

Your algae is consuming the excess nutrients, giving you a "false zero" reading. Additionaly, hobbyist grade tests only detect free PO4.

LPSLuver · 10-17-2008, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cbrownfish

Your algae is consuming the excess nutrients, giving you a "false zero" reading. Additionaly, hobbyist grade tests only detect free PO4.

Exactly what I surmised. I've believed for many years that hobbyist PO4 test kits are of little use because of these types of misleading results. I also believe that if you have measurable PO4 and algea issues the issue is "worse" than the kit may indicate.

Reefmack · 10-17-2008, 11:27 PM

LPSLuver - let us know how the Eheim install went. On the topic of flow, I just had a Vortec MP20 delivered today. Hopefully I'll have the time to put it in the RSM tomorrow and see what it does. Yes, I know I'm crazy, but I've seen so many good reviews on it being used in nanos, including RSMs, to generate a very broad current & programmable wave action, that I had another (hopefully temporary) loss of sanity. Whenever I get the time to put it in the tank and get it it going I'll create a post on it.

Reefmack · 10-24-2008, 09:01 PM

LPSLuver - did the Eheims work out for you?

w00t · 01-06-2009, 04:36 AM

I'd also like to know how this went?

Bump.

steveh · 01-06-2009, 02:42 PM

I suggest you watch the filter flow carefully as you may be installing pumps with too much flow if you're adding them to the filter chamber. There would be a good chance they will run the filter dry.

10-17-2008, 09:16 AM	#1 (permalink)
LPSLuver Tunicate Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Pembroke Pines, FL Posts: 22 View Gallery Karma Komment	Replacing Circulation Pumps Again In an effort to increase my DT turnover rate for increased tank health (detritus removal) I am replacing my MJ1200, which replaced the 2 stock pumps, with 2 Eheim Compact 1000's. They have up to 265 gph flow (adjustable) and look as if they will fit (I hope). They are pretty heavy pumps so mounting them may be a challenge but if it works I will have some really good flow. I'll prolly do it tonight while watching the idiot box. I'll keep you updated. BTW...seems like vodka dosing is having a positive impact on my Hair Algae problem. Do some research if you are interested. It's really pretty simple. My only challenge was that I had no measurable nitrate or phosphate. I know I have phosphate issues or I would not have HA. So my determination of success is based on visual evidence not an actual measurable reduction in nitrates or phosphates.

10-17-2008, 09:57 AM	#2 (permalink)
Octoman 8 left feet... Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: West Haven, CT Posts: 1,960 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Replacing Circulation Pumps Again If you want some serious flow, look into the Sure Flow mod kit for the Maxijet 1200. It boosts it from 295gph to 2100gph... __________________ Mark My tank thread... Octoman's 55 gallons of euphoria Tank build... 55 Construction

10-17-2008, 10:06 AM	#4 (permalink)
Octoman 8 left feet... Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: West Haven, CT Posts: 1,960 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Replacing Circulation Pumps Again That might be a bit much for an RSM, I didn't look at what forum this was... Mine has been great, but I don't use it on a wavemaker. __________________ Mark My tank thread... Octoman's 55 gallons of euphoria Tank build... 55 Construction

10-17-2008, 10:38 AM	#5 (permalink)
cbrownfish Reef Lobster Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 1,626 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Replacing Circulation Pumps Again Your algae is consuming the excess nutrients, giving you a "false zero" reading. Additionaly, hobbyist grade tests only detect free PO4. __________________ *Confucius Say: "best way to save face, is to keep lower part of face shut".* CURRENT SET UP -- 90 gallon display, 30 gallon refugium, 6 gallon pod breeder, 100 gallon sump (complete with frag rack), 2X250 MH 14K DE HQI, Vortech MP40w and Koralia #4 for flow, 2X Tunze 9010 Skimmers, Sequence Dart return, 2X Ranco Controllers w/Titanium Heaters, 150 lb LR (90 in display, 60 in sump), 5" DSB, Mixed reef - Softies, LPS, SPS, Clams.

10-17-2008, 11:27 PM	#7 (permalink)
Reefmack NaClH2O Addicted Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC, USA Posts: 6,153 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Replacing Circulation Pumps Again LPSLuver - let us know how the Eheim install went. On the topic of flow, I just had a Vortec MP20 delivered today. Hopefully I'll have the time to put it in the RSM tomorrow and see what it does. Yes, I know I'm crazy, but I've seen so many good reviews on it being used in nanos, including RSMs, to generate a very broad current & programmable wave action, that I had another (hopefully temporary) loss of sanity. Whenever I get the time to put it in the tank and get it it going I'll create a post on it. __________________ aka Terry Excellence in reefkeeping is achieved by mastering the fundamentals, and learning from mistakes. No such thing as an evil crab. Only humans have the ability to be evil. "If you don't like what your fellow forum neighbors are doing, then don't pay so much attention to them" 34g Red Sea Max 130 (April 07), ~50-60 lbs. live rock, Aragonite substrate. Lighting: Current USA Outer Orbit Pro - 150W HQI, 2 x 24W Blue Plus T5 HO Fluorescent by ATI, 2 x 24W Super Actinic T5 HO Fluorescent by UVL, Vortech MP20, LifeReef RSM Siphon, EShopps RS-75 Sump, Euro-Reef custom sump skimmer, Simplicity media reactor, Tunze Osmolator ATO, ReefKeeper Lite L3 controller Reefmack's RSM 130 and...Red Sea Max Owners Club and My JBJ 6G in this thread[/color][/i]

10-24-2008, 09:01 PM	#8 (permalink)
Reefmack NaClH2O Addicted Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC, USA Posts: 6,153 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Replacing Circulation Pumps Again LPSLuver - did the Eheims work out for you? __________________ aka Terry Excellence in reefkeeping is achieved by mastering the fundamentals, and learning from mistakes. No such thing as an evil crab. Only humans have the ability to be evil. "If you don't like what your fellow forum neighbors are doing, then don't pay so much attention to them" 34g Red Sea Max 130 (April 07), ~50-60 lbs. live rock, Aragonite substrate. Lighting: Current USA Outer Orbit Pro - 150W HQI, 2 x 24W Blue Plus T5 HO Fluorescent by ATI, 2 x 24W Super Actinic T5 HO Fluorescent by UVL, Vortech MP20, LifeReef RSM Siphon, EShopps RS-75 Sump, Euro-Reef custom sump skimmer, Simplicity media reactor, Tunze Osmolator ATO, ReefKeeper Lite L3 controller Reefmack's RSM 130 and...Red Sea Max Owners Club and My JBJ 6G in this thread[/color][/i]

01-06-2009, 04:36 AM	#9 (permalink)
w00t Fire Coral Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 83 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Replacing Circulation Pumps Again I'd also like to know how this went? Bump.

01-06-2009, 02:42 PM	#10 (permalink)
steveh Tuxedo Urchin Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 288 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Replacing Circulation Pumps Again I suggest you watch the filter flow carefully as you may be installing pumps with too much flow if you're adding them to the filter chamber. There would be a good chance they will run the filter dry.

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