MRC Skimmer club!!!

[william1]

I dont know if theres been one of these threads, but Ive seen one on reef central and thought it was a great idea. Since My Reef Creations is located right here in atlanta.

This might be a good way to exchange ideas about the skimmer on preformance, upgrades, ect..... People having problems with there MRC skimmers can post here for advice.

So post a picture of the skimmer/setup/pump size/tank size, and opinions on the skimmer.... I will start with pics and info.

I have a MR-2 dual beckett with an ozone port that is in use..
I run a MAG 18 and the total water volume is 125 with the tank and sump.

I really like the skimmer, and since Im hands on daily with the tank theres never a problem with me cleaning the becketts 2 or 3 times a week if I feel there dirty. I clean the cup once a week...

 

[william1]

Okay here are my pictures...

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[jmaneyapanda]

That things a POS!!! The person that sold you that probably ripped you off.

 

[william1]

I now I was thinking about that as no one wanted to share that they had one. Im gonna have to get with the guy that gave it to me.

 

[derek_s]

MAybe we could generalize it and make it a review on ANY skimmer? LIke a collection of some reviews of the most common ones folks have. I would be able to review my MSX300

 

[william1]

This has only been up since last night lets give it a little chance and if all else fails we will generalize the thread. Thanks D.

 

[jamescook]

i bought a MRC 3R on RC with the BL 55. Still haven't got it dialed in. big noisy pump and intakes make a racket and it really doesn't skim well. guess i'll clean it again and keep fiddling with it.
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[william1]

jamescook;243083 wrote: i bought a MRC 3R on RC with the BL 55. Still haven't got it dialed in. big noisy pump and intakes make a racket and it really doesn't skim well. guess i'll clean it again and keep fiddling with it.

How often do you clean your becketts, and neck of the skimmer?

 

[william1]

Cant wait to see it dogdude..

 

[flyingarmy]

Here is my MRC thread....

 

[jmaneyapanda]

jamescook;243083 wrote: i bought a MRC 3R on RC with the BL 55. Still haven't got it dialed in. big noisy pump and intakes make a racket and it really doesn't skim well. guess i'll clean it again and keep fiddling with it.

Theres something wrong with the setup. That isnt 1/10 the amount of bubbles it should be making. As Will said, clean and resassemble the becketts. I bet there is a pile of junk in them.

 

[flyingarmy]

I agree..becketts need TLC. More maintenance but when clean produce some sick bubbles!

 

[william1]

I clean the neck and cup once a week but the becketts every other day or so. I believe if the neck has build up it wont allow the bubbles to rise completely to the top. They tend to disapaite.

 

[ldybkr]

I know this is probably stupid, but how do you clean the beckett? I clean the cup every two days and wipe out the inside of the skimmer.

 

[william1]

<span style="color: #000000">If the Riser Tubes have collected a dark film it is time to clean the skimmer. The skimmer will still function while it is dirty, though less efficiently.</span>
<u><span style="color: #000000">Cleaning the Skimmer Body</span></u>
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<li><span style="color: #000000">Turn off the skimmer pump.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000">Loosen the nylon screws that connect the riser tubes. It is not necessary to remove the screws.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000">Loosen the nylon screws and remove the lid for the Collection Cup.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000">Using an acrylic safe pad wipe down the Riser Tubes and Collection Cup and rinse with clean water, removing all waste from the tubes and cup.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000">Reassemble in the reverse order making sure the O-Rings seat properly.</span></li>
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<u><span style="color: #000000">Cleaning the Injector and Beckett</span></u>
<span style="color: #000000">The Injector Tube can be easily disassembled for cleaning. This should be done at least once every 2 months or if there is a noticeable decline in bubble output.</span>
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<li><span style="color: #000000">Disconnect the skimmer pump from the top of the injector.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000">Loosen the nylon thumb screws.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000">Turn the top of the injector to unlock the Beckett and lift to remove the injector top and Beckett.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000">Remove the two O-Rings found on the Beckett.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000">Open the Beckett housing and clean to remove any buildup.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000">Reassemble in the reverse order.</span></li>
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[william1]

Take the beckett apart just like the picture looks like the piece inside the beckett with the arrow tip and ball should be cleaned free from debre.

 

[ldybkr]

Thanks!

 

[flyingarmy]

Don't accidently reverse the arror tip....seems to almost totally stop the flow and will ruin your pump! Not that this has ever happened to me....

Anyone want to buy a used LG-40?

 

[william1]

flyingarmy;243275 wrote: Don't accidently reverse the arror tip....seems to almost totally stop the flow and will ruin your pump! Not that this has ever happened to me....

Anyone want to buy a used LG-40?

LG-40?? whats this

 

[hfleming]

Here is mine. MRC-1 with a mag-12. It might be a mag-12 clone, I'm not sure. 55 gallon display tank, 55 gallon sump and a pair of 20 gallon tanks with extra rock.