skimmer ideas for this body?

[oldschooldino]

RichConley-
The shipping was $16 to 46227 from Missouri. However, the website says they ship from several different locations, so I don't know if this will be a good guide for you or not. If you're interested, you should be able to call and get a shipping quote for your area. My friend was quoted $55 for three of these (he's using them for water storage, top-off, automatic water change system). As far as the 3700's go, the main reason I decided to go with the dart nw instead is beacause of the issue with head pressure. This particular tank is 42.5" tall, not including the riser and collection cup I still have to make. Not sure how much air they would draw without a pump, and if I have to use an air pump, I figure I might as well go with the 'big boy"!

rishma-

You pretty much nailed it as far as the venturi attirbutes, housing mods, etc... Just seems easier to me to use the dart nw in the end.

[oldschooldino]

Ok everybody, I know it's been awhile, but I'm still fabricating, but I thought I'd post some progress pics. My camera sucks, so I hope you all at least get the idea.


The Cap routed out (my first time doing this so be kind )

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The collection cup routed out (a little better on this one)

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[oldschooldino]

The bottom of the collection cup

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5" X 12" acrylic tube

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and the tube glued to the cap.

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