Need advice on a skimmer

[BlueTang<3]

from what have seen deltec is the best hob skimmer around snoop around reef central find a few more reviews

[Myka]

I will agree that Deltec has the best HOB skimmers. Try to find a used one if the price is intimidating.

You can get better quality in-sump skimmers for cheaper. One of the many reasons why sumps rock. Maybe if your tank isn't full of stock yet you could consider draining it partway to drill it.