What sump is right?

Wildcat · 10-22-2001, 10:36 AM

Hi everyone! I have finally decided to add a sump to my 65g fowlr tank. Can anyone help me choose the right size and also the overflow (tank not drilled). Also can someone tell me of a good online place to purchase one? I would appreciate any advice, since I'm a bit blank on this subject!

Thanks

sff1334 · 10-22-2001, 06:40 PM

Try giving mops a call www.mops.on.ca they are in Toronto.
sff1334

tendar · 10-23-2001, 08:40 PM

Generaly the the larger the sump the better. The bigger it is the more room you have for your protien skimmer , heater, and baffles to help get rid of bubbles going back to tank.
The size of the the over flow sholud be big enough to handle what ever flow you want in you tank. I would shoot for at least a 600 gph overflow and probably bigger.

Menamus · 10-26-2001, 12:08 AM

Putting in a sump can be such a hassle, I had to do a lot of research, especially because I don't know much about plumbing, etc., but it is well worth the effort. The overflow I originally used was not trustworthy. So, although a bit more expensive, I bought an overflow from www.Lifereef.com a year ago. I can rest easy, and the service is great!

Fcamdog · 10-26-2001, 09:15 PM

I have my overflow and pump now. Who has some step by step pictures they would like to share? I'm ready to go and have no clue!

10-22-2001, 10:36 AM	#1
Wildcat Just Moved In Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 29	What sump is right? Hi everyone! I have finally decided to add a sump to my 65g fowlr tank. Can anyone help me choose the right size and also the overflow (tank not drilled). Also can someone tell me of a good online place to purchase one? I would appreciate any advice, since I'm a bit blank on this subject! Thanks

10-26-2001, 09:15 PM	#5
Fcamdog Just Moved In Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Oahu Posts: 47	I have my overflow and pump now. Who has some step by step pictures they would like to share? I'm ready to go and have no clue! __________________ "Never enough aquariums in a room."

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

10-22-2001, 06:40 PM	#2
sff1334 Just Moved In Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: canada Posts: 34	Try giving mops a call www.mops.on.ca they are in Toronto. sff1334

10-23-2001, 08:40 PM	#3
tendar Governor Join Date: May 2000 Location: tempe,AZ Posts: 1,114	Generaly the the larger the sump the better. The bigger it is the more room you have for your protien skimmer , heater, and baffles to help get rid of bubbles going back to tank. The size of the the over flow sholud be big enough to handle what ever flow you want in you tank. I would shoot for at least a 600 gph overflow and probably bigger.

10-26-2001, 12:08 AM	#4
Menamus Just Moved In Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: CapeCod, MA Posts: 5	Putting in a sump can be such a hassle, I had to do a lot of research, especially because I don't know much about plumbing, etc., but it is well worth the effort. The overflow I originally used was not trustworthy. So, although a bit more expensive, I bought an overflow from www.Lifereef.com a year ago. I can rest easy, and the service is great!

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)