Tank to Sump Plumbing, Return pump, Flow rate

[Lance]

Originally Posted by SeaSerpant

Thanks Lance.
I've been trying to find a sump on sale but i can't seem to find one in my area thats not for sale with the tank or having to wait until the tank is done and i don't want to be spending 300$ on a new one!

Thanks
SeaSerpant

Ok, if that's the situation go ahead and start the tank without the sump. Keep the water level below the overflow and set up your powerheads. Do you have a skimmer?