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Old 01-11-2008, 06:35 PM
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I have an old 25 gallon tank Im planing to turn into a sump once everything else is set up(will have to use an overflow). I also have a refuigum I made awhile back using plans I found on the net using an AC 300 filter. (if anyone in the OK has macro algea plz let me know)

Does anyone still use bio balls or is that too old school?

For now the prizm skimmer will have to do as this was an unexpected purchase and Im still paying for Xmas. lol

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Old 01-11-2008, 06:46 PM
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Bioballs are old school, and they are also nitrate factories to boot!

25g would work as a sump. Are you going to drill your new tank?
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Old 01-13-2008, 06:09 PM
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I would suggest you drill your tank when it's empty while you're moving it. I don't have overflows on my tank, it's just a bulkhead with a strainer on it. I like the look a lot better than overflows...doesn't take up any space, and they work very well. Those HOB overflows are too unreliable to be a consideration imo/ime.

I'm also a huge fan of the MaxiJet mods with magnets.
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