Lets see your filter sock mounting rigs

[mseepman]

Would love to see some pics.

I plan on leaving the pipes above the socks so that I won't have to move anything either...I can't see why that won't work.

[Myka]

I don't like the socks with rings on them because I find they get worn out around the ring. Mine isn't mounted or tied. It just sits in there propped up in the corner. My socks are 8" and they stand up better than the smaller socks. They are also easier to turn inside out.

[mseepman]

Originally Posted by Myka

I don't like the socks with rings on them because I find they get worn out around the ring. Mine isn't mounted or tied. It just sits in there propped up in the corner.

You know it's funny you say that Mindy. I have 5 socks in rotation right now. All are 4" and all have the ring. They go 3-4 days before I replace them. When I take them out, I soak them in a very light bleach/water mixture for 5-10 days while I put the other socks through their paces and then I wash the bunch out in the machine with vinegar.

I've had the same 5 socks going for 5 years and they still look new...no wear or tear. I thought the bleach would kill them, but I can't seem to.

[cale262]

Mine, as built by Dave...

[gregzz4]

Originally Posted by cale262

Mine, as built by Dave...

That's another nice layout
Thanks

[The Grizz]

Originally Posted by cale262

you do realize cale262 that you are running your pellets wrong, the outlet from you reactor should be directed as close as possible to your skimmer as possible.

[cale262]

Originally Posted by The Grizz

you do realize cale262 that you are running your pellets wrong, the outlet from you reactor should be directed as close as possible to your skimmer as possible.

The pellets never ran as pictured for more than an hour or two. This picture was taken Just after the sump swap and shortly after the tlf reactor and pellets were move to another tank. You may have also noticed that the water level is very high and not at running height...the return pump is off, the skimmer is not skimming, the calcium reactor is not there...etc.

Why did I post this picture again....oh yeah, to show where the overflow lines ran in relation to the socks.

[The Grizz]

Ok just checking, I think that's way some people have problems running the pellets.

[gregzz4]

Originally Posted by mseepman

Would love to see some pics.

I plan on leaving the pipes above the socks so that I won't have to move anything either...I can't see why that won't work.

The only thing about your idea would be noise with the possibility of water splashing into your sump. I've heard you can help that by putting 2 90s in place just before the end.
I had thought about using Unions to make sock replacement easier, and that way the main drain is under water for less noise.
So look at Dave's picture again. Now imagine the socks after the trap, instead of before the skimmer. I still have TONS of room in my return pump area next to my Chaeto tank.

Mindy, I guess there are different quality ringed socks out there.

Boy I hope this plan works out

[dave_C]

Originally Posted by gregzz4

The only thing about your idea would be noise with the possibility of water splashing into your sump. I've heard you can help that by putting 2 90s in place just before the end.
I had thought about using Unions to make sock replacement easier, and that way the main drain is under water for less noise.
So look at Dave's picture again. Now imagine the socks after the trap, instead of before the skimmer. I still have TONS of room in my return pump area next to my Chaeto tank.

Mindy, I guess there are different quality ringed socks out there.

Boy I hope this plan works out

here is two more options of you


this is the new design we have been using, it incorporates a stand pipe to control water level in the skimmer chamber