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I have a 100g tank with no sump. I would like to have one but what i've been reading it might be difficult. Just curious on how some people that don't have their tank drilled make it work...
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If possible, you could drill it yourself. It's not hard at all. I have a glass saw for a 1" bulkhead if you wanna go that route.
The other options are to go with an external overflow box like this one:
http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=18358">http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=18358</a>
which I hate. The siphon quit on it one day and I lost of bunch of water because the pump kept going. Just my opinion and it was probably my fault anyway, but either way, no thanks. lol
Or get a reef ready tank and be done with it.
The other options are to go with an external overflow box like this one:
http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=18358">http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=18358</a>
which I hate. The siphon quit on it one day and I lost of bunch of water because the pump kept going. Just my opinion and it was probably my fault anyway, but either way, no thanks. lol
Or get a reef ready tank and be done with it.
I have heard nothing but horror stories about external overflows. While they are a simple solution, it really is not the best way to go.
I would strongly recommend drilling bulkheads :yay: There are a lot of people here that can help drill through the glass if you need a hand (I unfortunately am not one of them).
I would strongly recommend drilling bulkheads :yay: There are a lot of people here that can help drill through the glass if you need a hand (I unfortunately am not one of them).
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That's the thing I hear mixed reviews, I guess I'm just alittle worried about how things will go.
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i used a Eshops pf-300 on my 29gallon nano for over a year without a single issue. It comes down to YOU. YOU have to clean it and make sure its running properly as often as possible. I checked mine everyday. I have since upgraded to a RR 90gallon (was being used for Freshwater). I will say I sleep better knowing it's all contained. I wasn't very worried when I had the external, only when I was out of town and couldnt look at it everyday. Realistically, it isnt you best option, but as long as they are maintained, they work Great. Look into a CPR overflow, worth the extra coin for the added benefit of the pump to keep suction. The reviews you read about people having problems with the external overflow, IMO are due to lack of maintenance on the overflow itself, cause it to get clogged. Regular cleanings of any external overflow will ensure it works perfect. Mine did for over a year without a single issue.
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That is pretty nice
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I ran an external overflow for a year with no issues other than noise. Mine had dual u-tubes. I will say that I did have to watch for air bubbles forming in the u-tubes and reset them about twice a month but I changed my water that often anyway so it was a non-issue for me. The key is to have a return pump strong enough to push the air bubbles out when they form.
Once I upgraded to my drilled tank I've never looked back. Sounds like you have a good excuse to upgrade to a drilled tank and use the 100g for a sump. :thumbs:
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Once I upgraded to my drilled tank I've never looked back. Sounds like you have a good excuse to upgrade to a drilled tank and use the 100g for a sump. :thumbs:
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