skimmer crapped out what might happen?

Lance · #1 01-13-2010, 03:00 AM

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Originally Posted by chris88

my reef is a 50g with a 20g sump. The skimmer wasn't heavy duty to begin with it is a marineland in sump skimmer but it worked great. i do bi-weekly 20% water changes normally and i have also had great paramters and no alage growth. I may have to pick up another skimmer for now and sell the replacement when it comes in.

Depending on your bio-load, you should be alright for awhile with that size tank. I ran a 90g reef for 2 months with no skimmer. Keep a close eye on the water parameters and as mentioned above, cut back some on the feeding.

Eyford01 · #2 01-13-2010, 05:18 PM

might be a good idea to look into some chaeto as well, i'm running a 55g and29g sump full of chaeto no skimmer, 15g water changes every 7-10 days as my schedule permits, or if you really want a skimmer maybe look into some DIY plans for a fun project

chris88 · #3 01-14-2010, 02:32 AM

I just purchased a PS-300p skimmer online and it should be here in a few days. By the time i get my other skimmer returned things might make a turn for the worse. this skimmer was 200.00 shipped express to me. I know its not the best but it is rated for a 300g and i only have 50g of total water. I am hoping it will do a great job until my other skimmer returns. If i am happy with it i may just keep it and sell my other skimmer when it arrives.