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111 | 72.55% |
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42 | 27.45% |
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#1
09/24/2007, 06:14 PM
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Vortech owner's poll
I've been contemplating the purchase of several Vortech pumps for quite some time. I haven't pulled the trigger because it seems like I constantly see threads about problems with the Vortech.
Would you buy it again? Please feel free to elaborate. |
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#2
09/24/2007, 06:33 PM
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Completely problem free. I haven't even seen any threads about issues except early versions of the vortech.
Go for it you'll love it. I know the Tunze diehards will say you can direct the flow. But you know what that's because you don't need to. |
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09/24/2007, 06:59 PM
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Can you make sure that you vote!!!!!
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#7
09/24/2007, 07:38 PM
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50/50 so far.
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09/24/2007, 08:03 PM
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can people say why they would/wouldnt buy it again?
Especially the people who wouldnt buy it again, im curious to know why b/c I'm looking to get one for my 45g. SPS tank -Josh
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#11
09/24/2007, 08:10 PM
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Now 60/40 in favor.
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#12
09/24/2007, 09:08 PM
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I have one. Had to return twice. First due to bad control box. The second box apparently I ruined by running it with a 2 minute timer.
The after market service was great. They shipped new parts immediately, never asked me for a dime, even when one of the contollers I sent back got lost in the mail. Good people to talk to. Ultimately, ran mine on a six minute timer without incident. Planning to buy four of them for my new tank. They are easy to hide. Quiet. TONS of gph per watt and no heat in the tank. They suck so much water against the glass, they actually create more currents than you might guess. I am going to do this instead of a closed loop to keep heat, noise, and electricity consumption down. Ryan. |
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#13
09/24/2007, 09:16 PM
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I think the Vortech is a good pump, if a little pricey.
The only "bad" thing is - if you have small children - the motor tends to get quite warm, even hot. Not good if you have small kids who like to touch your tank...my son touched one and got a burn (not serious, but he cried for an hour)
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#14
09/24/2007, 09:59 PM
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I have two, along with the battery backup. I have had a few problems with the first one I got, which was one of the "originals." That's sort of what you should expect as an early-adopter though, and their customer service has been possibly the best I have ever had, from any company. I've never had to do more than email a note to get a quick response and replacement parts were on their way. Not to say this happens all the time...but it did happen 2-3 times for different things on that first unit. The second has been completely flawless.
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#15
09/24/2007, 11:19 PM
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 Bed time for me. What do you night owls say???
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#16
09/24/2007, 11:59 PM
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Would buy again. I have 2 on a 120 and am getting a third. Have had 0 problems. The peace of mind the battery backup gives is well worth the investment.
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#17
09/25/2007, 12:46 AM
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It looks like the "nos" are not owners, not one post stating someone would not purchase them again. Usually people are more likely to post negative feedback than positive to begin with.....
Anyways, I have two and love them. A big YES. BTW I have new ones and have nothad one issue. |
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#18
09/25/2007, 01:44 AM
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Hey Khaley,
Could you show some pictures of your 120 gallon tank. I was thinking one getting one. Would that be enough? I was checking out Wavysea is that better or would you choose Votech? |
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09/25/2007, 06:35 PM
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#20
09/25/2007, 09:30 PM
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I have 3 and I want to purchase 2 or 3 more for my 525, great pumps, no problems so far, I have 2 of them about 4'' apart and the random flow is awesome. I also love the clean look with no cords in the tank.
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09/25/2007, 11:52 PM
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Oh yeah man, the MP-40 rocks my world. My fish love them and my wife is divorcing me so she can be with an early release Vortech. I can't compete with that kind of flow dammit!
I have 5 and will end up with 7 by the end of the year. They SMOKE the competition! 
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#22
09/26/2007, 08:03 AM
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I love mine. Don't you think 3 on a 120 is overkill? I have two on a 260 and there is plenty of flow for my sps.
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#23
09/26/2007, 08:29 AM
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It's going to be your best buy
Small and efficient Do not heat the water Very reliable No need for maintain at least not frequently Powerful Much smarter than the competitors Bigger impeller= stronger and wider flow With the new controller- the ultimate wave pump for your tank Price - very reasonable for what you get There is no other pump today with all these advantages and that price 
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