What would you do....new skimmer or new pump on old skimmer?

[kien]

Fortunately a skimmer is one of those pieces of equipment that you can argue is essential to the well being of the tank. Just tell her that without an effective skimmer, the inhabitants in the tank would in effect be swimming in their own feces. Seriously, that's gross.

[intarsiabox]

Originally Posted by duncangweller

So that begs the next question, how do I get a new skimmer past the missus? If I use the factor of ten and say it only cost $40 then she's going to see right through me.

I haven't really looked at much else other than the omega 150. I would like to try and make my mind up before black Friday as I hear they are going in sale again.

Thanks for all the advice,
Dunc

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Sometimes it's just better to ask for forgiveness than permission. She probably won't stay mad at you forever???

[duncangweller]

I've been reading about the Skimz 181 and the Omega 150 and they both have pretty mixed reviews. Not a while lot out there about the Skimz 181 but it seems like its pretty quiet which is a huge plus. Just trying to decide whether to pull the trigger

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[Coasting]

I jumped on the bandwagon last year and bought an omega 150 from BRS last black Friday. Cant complain. No issues thus far. Seems quiet to me, honestly cant hear it unless I open the cabinet doors (stands open on the back) and stick my face down there. I would happily buy another if I needed too.

[reef-keeper]

I have an old philosophy that if it costs over 50% of the cost of a new it is more economical to purchase a new one.

[jordanc_17]

Originally Posted by duncangweller

So that begs the next question, how do I get a new skimmer past the missus? If I use the factor of ten and say it only cost $40 then she's going to see right through me.

I haven't really looked at much else other than the omega 150. I would like to try and make my mind up before black Friday as I hear they are going in sale again.

Thanks for all the advice,
Dunc

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You could always sell the old skimmer to someone who doesn't mind the noise? Tell the wife what you expect to make back from it and hope it sweetens the deal? Lol

[The Guy]

I have an Omega 150 and am very happy with it, got it at J&L last Christmas sale $100 off.
Give Jeff a call and see if there going be a sale item this xmas.

[ronau]

Omega 150 is on sale at J&L now.

[duncangweller]

I saw that. Its cheaper at BRS though by a good chunk

[ronau]

Originally Posted by duncangweller

I saw that. Its cheaper at BRS though by a good chunk

Once you consider exchange and shipping I dunno, probably only $20 - $30 difference. If you have one problem with the skimmer, I bet you'd wish you'd bought it local.