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Old 01-11-2005, 07:10 AM
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Also check out Ocean Aquatics for diy skimmers that provide a huge bang for the buck.
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Old 01-11-2005, 03:09 PM
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It is said that Euroreef skimmers are the best by many in this hobby. You can buy an identicle skimmer to a Euroreef made by ASM (I think) that is cheeper only because it uses different materials. I've seen it in action and would reccomend getting one. It uses a needle wheel pump which is less maintenance than beckets nozzles and more effiecient than old ventury style pumps. Do a google search for ASM skimmers and you'll find them.
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Old 01-11-2005, 05:08 PM
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I am running an ASM G2 or G2+ or something like that. I find that it is the easiest skimmer to use and works great. Setup was easy. From what I have read on this and other forums on the troubles with getting a skimmer to work proper, I have yet to see any with my ASM. I have had it for 1 year now and it is still going strong
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Old 01-11-2005, 11:51 PM
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A skimmer is a really good place to spend money in this hobby IMO it very important and makes for a healthy easier to keep reef tank.

My pics would be Aquamedics, Euroreef and ASM get as big as you can afford then a bit more, money well spent! Any skimmer I've seen for $100.00 is a joke, just something for a LFS to add on until you realize the value of a quality skimmer.

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Old 01-12-2005, 02:33 AM
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Thanks al lot for all the tips guys! This gives me some good places to start my shopping.
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