how much simpler can FOWLR be?

[jason604]

will running one of those hang on back filters like the fresh water ones work instead of a skimmer?

[lastlight]

Originally Posted by jason604

will running one of those hang on back filters like the fresh water ones work instead of a skimmer?

like a big aquaclear? i don't think so especially for a larger tank. those are good for some biological filtration but nothing next to a boatload of live rock. certainly not doing what a skimmer does (removes the organics from the water column completely).

[reefermadness]

Originally Posted by jason604

will running one of those hang on back filters like the fresh water ones work instead of a skimmer?

Those are pretty useless on any saltwater tank. You could maybe use one to run carbon and/or some filter floss but there are better ways.