maxi-jet mod

[tehfeer]

My friend picked up one of these mods for his maxi-jet. He says the thing is crazy. So if anyone is looking to pickup a new power head on the cheap you may want to check out Maxi-Jet 1200 Powerhead / MP 1200 + Algae Free Sure Flow 1600 Maxi-Jet Upgrade Kit 2100 gph for 34$ !

Maxi-Jet 400 1300 GPH
Maxi-Jet 600 1400 GPH
Maxi-Jet 900 1600 GPH
Maxi-Jet 1200 1600 GPH
Maxi-Jet 1200 2100 GPH (Large Propeller)

[Ramer]

They are awesome, I have two of them in my 90.

[returnofsid]

I attest to their GREATNESS!! Some say that they wear out quickly. I'm running a total of 4 of them. 2 were purchased used, about 3 years ago, and still running strong. A 3rd, also purchased at the same time, is no longer in use, because the rod finally snapped, recently. I would encourage anyone considering them to ALWAYS also purchase the Shur Grip Mag holder. This system turns a 297 GPH power head into a 2200 gph MONSTER!! Don't rely on the suction cups!!

[tehfeer]

That is good to know. I am thinking about picking up a few in the next few months!

[Ramer]

I second the magnetic holder. I havent seen a suction cup work worth a hoot in a tank yet.

[Parrothead]

This is probably a stupid question, but hec it's saturday and the adult bevs are flowing

The price is powerhead and the mod, and it produces typhoon style flow out a mj1200 to 2100+ gph.

Please let me know if I read this right


Tanks,
Robert

[charlie]

You read it right!!

[Parrothead]

Gonna 2 for the 55, may not be able to use them both, but it will be fun playing with them, 2 at 2000+ gph each, Wow.

Thanks for the tip

Tanks
Robert

[reefhead728]

Thay sounds insane, might have to do a little christmas shopping for myself

[tehfeer]

My friend just picked one up he had to put the smaller prop on it because 2100 gph was too much for his tank

[Parrothead]

Surf's UP

Can't wait till I get them, this is gonna be fun, will proably have to use a wavemaker or timers if I use both.

Tanks,
Robert

[charlie]

Surf's UP

Can't wait till I get them, this is gonna be fun, will proably have to use a wavemaker or timers if I use both.

Tanks,
Robert

I am going to wager you are gonna be better off with Korallia 3 powerheads.

[Parrothead]

you thinking too much flow with these guys? 3's are rated at 900 gph correct, to tired to look them up right now

Tanks,
Robert

[charlie]

Well................................let's see. 4200 gph in a 55, do you plan on having anything that is stationary? I know flow is good, but think about this!!!!

[Parrothead]

I was thinking about using timers for them, have one going left to right then reverse it, 12 hour intervals, would that work?

[charlie]

It would work, and it would save on powerhead usage, but I don't think that is what you want, and have you done any research on turning these things on and off. If I am not mistaken, I think people have had trouble turning these things on and off, but I may be wrong.

[Parrothead]

will look into it and post results, that is some serious flow, but as you said both at the same time would result in hurricane warnings being posted.

[charlie]

That is why I am saying I think you will get more diversity with the K3's.

[Parrothead]

I just hate it when you're right all the time, couldn't find anything bad about the start up on timers or the wavemakers, but did read about too much flow on a 54 bow front,

Did some quick math, 2 K3's and the mag 12 in the sump @ a 4 - 5 ft head, which in reality I'd be at 3.5 - 4 ft. I'd be pushing 2800 gph, not counting skimmer, and with the mag 9 2500 not counting skimmer.

Charlie strikes again....

Tanks,
Robert

[charlie]

I may look and sound stupid at times.............................