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05-18-2007, 05:45 PM
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Jason - I have thought about useing a large drum like that, but I think I would like something that I could fit into the stand, beside and above the sump. I
Jason / Snappy - I have had this sump running for awhile and havent had a problem with the float (even if I did with the current set up it would likely only result in 4 g being added to a total volume of about 90g so it wouldnt do too much damage). How would the float valve fail? It looks like a pretty simple set up with not much that could go wrong. That being said I should look into it before I change something so that I could end up with a 'fresh tank and salt floor'.
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05-18-2007, 08:46 PM
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Sometimes the float will get clogged from debrie or algea growth...I have had my fail a couple times
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05-18-2007, 09:13 PM
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You could use an air pressure activated style sensor like this Tsunami and then use any container you can get a small powerhead in. I haven't had to touch mine in years and it has never failed. Don't rely on the suction cups though, I made a bracket from a Maxi-jet hanger.
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