I have a 75 Gal saltwater tank. I have had very few problems with it over the years. Partly because it is well established (original water was started 19 years ago) and partly because I have a number of filters on it, including a Fluval 403 (Canister), Emporer (Dual Trickle), Under gravel (I know its outdated technology), a wavemaker (sponge powerhead) and a Skilter.
My skilter after many years of faithful service has died. I am looking for an upgrade, but want to be cost effective ($100 - $200 USD range) and prefer a hang on type, since my stand has the Fluval and lots of storage stuff and has no room. It should be built well and easy to set up and use. What 2 models would you recommend and why? What is the best value, in your opinion?
Second question is...am I better off eliminating all those filters above and going with a trickle sump style filtration system? If so, what 2 models do you recommend and why using the same criteria, easy to set uo and use, built well and the best bang for the buck? I dont want the most expensive, nor the cheapest, if it is junk. I am looking for your expert advice on the "Best Value" for both the Protein skimmer and the sump filtration system.
Do you have a recommendation for a mail order place that has great prices and good service?
Please email your reply to my work email address: [email protected]
so that I get it right away and can order one in the next day or two. Thanks for your help and expert advice.
My skilter after many years of faithful service has died. I am looking for an upgrade, but want to be cost effective ($100 - $200 USD range) and prefer a hang on type, since my stand has the Fluval and lots of storage stuff and has no room. It should be built well and easy to set up and use. What 2 models would you recommend and why? What is the best value, in your opinion?
Second question is...am I better off eliminating all those filters above and going with a trickle sump style filtration system? If so, what 2 models do you recommend and why using the same criteria, easy to set uo and use, built well and the best bang for the buck? I dont want the most expensive, nor the cheapest, if it is junk. I am looking for your expert advice on the "Best Value" for both the Protein skimmer and the sump filtration system.
Do you have a recommendation for a mail order place that has great prices and good service?
Please email your reply to my work email address: [email protected]
so that I get it right away and can order one in the next day or two. Thanks for your help and expert advice.
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