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01-13-2006, 07:13 PM
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As a huge proponent of beckett skimmers for years, I have to say now that I am a Euro reef convert. The ER I have now is a fraction of the size I used for a beckett, removes at least as much gunk, does not have a sucking air sound and is way easier to clean. I would never go back to a beckett again.
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01-13-2006, 07:50 PM
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Agreed. The difference in price is a couple hundred dollars but when you consider the size of your system and the importance of a skimmer, almost number 1 in my books, I'd put out the extra money and get the best you can afford. JMO.
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01-13-2006, 08:57 PM
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I like the advantage of having my Beckett skimmer out from underneath my tank on a shelf where I can see it. Makes it easy to see WHEN maintenance needs to be done and makes it easy to get to when it needs doing...
As for snails blocking the nozzle... never had any, but my sump configuration has a mechanical filter before the skimmer pump picks up the water... I have to empty my collection cup, (about 1 1/2 gal), every 10 - 14 days, and I break down the nozzle and soak in vinegar every month or so... this has been almost a "set and forget" skimmer, and with it being in full view... very easy NOT to forget. I must qualify this and also state that I don't have any experience with the Euroreef style skimmers...
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135G Mixed Reef. Bullet 2, 25 gal refugium, 2 X250W MH + 4X 96W PC\'s, DIY Calcium Reactor, Coralife 1/6 HP Chiller, Phosban, Tunze, 2 closed loops & SQWD\'s, Seios, Coralife 4 stage RO/DI & a bunch of other expensive gadgets... I may never retire, but I'm gonnahavahelluvanaquarium! Last edited by reeferaddict; 01-13-2006 at 10:49 PM.
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