VorTech MP40w to 40w ES Upgrade Kit.. Is it worth it?

shrimp · #1 03-19-2014, 12:51 AM

How many are you planning on using?
If you only have one I would not waste your money.

One_Divided · #2 03-19-2014, 01:06 AM

2 for now... I can get them at cost, which is still pricey!

Slyguy00 · #3 03-19-2014, 02:32 AM

Its only worth it if you want more than 1 running at the same time and in sync. Otherwise its pointless.

One_Divided · #4 03-19-2014, 03:05 AM

oh.. So they recognize each other and alternate flow?

shrimp · #5 03-19-2014, 04:18 AM

Yes they will alternate or be in sync with each other if desired.

mike31154 · #6 03-19-2014, 04:42 AM

I'd call it a worthwhile investment if you're running multiple pumps. The Tidal Swell & Nutrient Transport modes are the 2 major changes. I use TSM pretty much exclusively now. From TSM a single button push puts the pumps into NTM which creates a nice wave if you take the time to tune the pumps. Another button push & they're back in TSM. I use NTM for an hour or so just before doing a water change. Kicks up a lot of extra gunk. Also, if you're upgrading from the older drivers, the newer ES drivers have an extra ON/OFF button, allowing you to turn the pump off without unplugging it. If you use night mode, unplugging the non ES drivers causes them to lose that setting & you have to redo it. Power ON/OFF button on newer drivers prevents loss of the night mode time setting.