Upgrading Skimmer and Sump

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Im almost ready to upgrade my skimmer (coralife ss) and figured I would upgrade the sump then hardpipe the rest of the system and be done with it. Im thinking MR2 in sump use (wallet friendly pump recommendations?) and the MRC 36" Reef Sump w/built in fuge and probe holders. Thats alot a coin so I figured I would pole the masses before I pull the trigger..anybody got a better idea?


http://www.myreefcreations.com/MR-2-Protein-Skimmer">http://www.myreefcreations.com/MR-2-Protein-Skimmer</a>

[IMG]http://www.myreefcreations.com/36-Reef-Sump">http://www.myreefcreations.com/36-Reef-Sump</a>
 
That's going to be a pretty awesome upgrade!

One of the larger Mag pumps will drive the MR-2 (Mag24+). I'm sure there are other in sump pumps with similar flow curves that'll do the deed also. You could use an external pump (BL-55) and still have the skimmer sit in the sump..best of both worlds..
 
Skriz;505338 wrote: That's going to be a pretty awesome upgrade!

One of the larger Mag pumps will drive the MR-2 (Mag24+). I'm sure there are other in sump pumps with similar flow curves that'll do the deed also. You could use an external pump (BL-55) and still have the skimmer sit in the sump..best of both worlds..

Yeah, im looking forward to it! Hey, while I've got you here, will a mag 24 & MR2 fit in the skimmer compartment of that sump? I dont have enough room to run external on the pump unfortunately. Are they on the shelf or do I need to pre-order? Im about 6 weeks out..
 
AndyMan;505340 wrote: Raj, would a Mag18 work, or would you say a Mag24+ would be better?

Mag 18 would be a little weak for a MR-2. It will work</em>, but the 24 would be much better.

gnashty;505353 wrote: Yeah, im looking forward to it! Hey, while I've got you here, will a mag 24 & MR2 fit in the skimmer compartment of that sump? I dont have enough room to run external on the pump unfortunately. Are they on the shelf or do I need to pre-order? Im about 6 weeks out..

They're constantly being built and shipped. You'd be better served ordering it before-hand. Worst case scenario, the're usually only a couple of days in production.

All sumps are built to order, so just specify what you're going to do and we'll make sure everything will fit. :)
 
AndyMan;505317 wrote: I'll give you $20 for the SS

Andy, I think we have a couple of the SS bodies if you're interested..
 
Skriz;505402 wrote: Mag 18 would be a little weak for a MR-2. It will work</em>, but the 24 would be much better.


24 it is then!



Skriz;505402 wrote: They're constantly being built and shipped. You'd be better served ordering it before-hand. Worst case scenario, the're usually only a couple of days in production.

All sumps are built to order, so just specify what you're going to do and we'll make sure everything will fit. :)

good to know, as I get closer I will head up to the shop, thanks!
 
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