CPR Bak-Pak 2R or Remora

[ahrpr]

I have a 10g reef im going to upgrade to a 75 later. Which skimmer do you think will be the best for what Im using and doing? Give some reasons? Which one is easier to use? Which one do you think will have better quality?

 

[SnowManSnow]

Keep in mind that there will be a BIG differance in bio-load and so forth when you go from 10 to 75g. If you are looking for somthing to grow with, between the 2, I would deff. go with the Remora. The Remora wont overflow onto your carpet, it is SUPER quiet, and IMO is just a better skimmer. You will want to use MaxiJet 1200 instead of the Rio pump on the Remora. I have had one on my 37G reef for the last year and love it. I've not had a single problem out of the thing.

Remember that if you do go with the Remora you will get a much wetter skimmate ... it's normal... I see LOTS of posts here concerned with that.

In conclusion.. I'd go with the Remora.. .just goto GOOGLE.com and look up reviews on both of the skimmers.

Have a good one!
B.

 

[Anonymous]

I have a Bak Pak 2R... I love it...But I would go Remora...I think they're both good skimmers but the Remora is more proficient from what i hear...

 

[ChrisRD]

IMO either one will be fine for a 10 gallon, although IME the Remora is a better performer. Personally I wouldn't use either one on a 75 gallon tank.

 

[MartinE]

I like my remora

 

[wetworx101]

neither. I would get an asperating venturi...or just make one.

 

[bradl.]

The BackPack has a reputation for being loud. I wouldnt reccomend one on anything over a 29.

 

[Juck]

The BackPack has a reputation for being loud. I wouldnt reccomend one on anything over a 29.

What he said.

Neither the remora or Bakpak is suitable for a 75g IMO. I'd just make do with regular water changes on your 10g and then get a Euroreef ES5-2 or ES5-3 when your get the 75g (assuming you're also going to have a sump).