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DrewDown
04/10/2003, 11:07 PM
Hello all. My Rio 1700 powerheads are crapping out on me and I was wondering about a good replacement for the two that I have now.

Thanks All,

DrewDown
Rock Anemone
04/10/2003, 11:09 PM
Rio's are not good pumps.

I would go with Maxi-Jets, they are some of the most commonly used power heads.

http://www.marinedepot.com/IMD/ph_mj.jpg

Most online stores have them. They are pretty good prices as well, check out www.MarineDepot.com.

Rock Anemone:D
DrewDown
04/10/2003, 11:12 PM
What size Maxijets for my 90 gallon all-glass? I would like to use them on opposite ends of the tank.

Thanks for the quick reply,

DrewDown
ShipMate
04/10/2003, 11:13 PM
I ll second that. Rios are horrible pumps, Maxijets are well made and reliable. If you have some extra money i would go for the incredible 'turbelles streams' by Tunze.
ShipMate
04/10/2003, 11:14 PM
Maxi 1200 are great.
Rock Anemone
04/10/2003, 11:14 PM
Hey, no problem!

It depends on what corals you're keeping and plan on keeping. I'd personnaly go with 2 - Maxi-Jet Powerhead 1200 as those will provide a nice sufficant flow.

Rock Anemone:D
wishmaster
04/10/2003, 11:25 PM
I use the hagen 802? I believe thats the model, it turns over about 400gph so its the only one I have on my 55 gallon tank. I've heard of these ocillating powerheads, does anyone know anything about them?
rleechb
04/10/2003, 11:47 PM
zoomed powersweep - about as reliable as umm... something that's not reliable... (couldn't think of anything witty to say)
Leviathan
04/10/2003, 11:55 PM
Originally posted by Rock Anemone
Hey, no problem!

It depends on what corals you're keeping and plan on keeping. I'd personnaly go with 2 - Maxi-Jet Powerhead 1200 as those will provide a nice sufficant flow.

Rock Anemone:D

Hmmmm,

Guess I went a bit overkill with them, I have 4 1200's in my 75. :D

IMHO- You just cant beat MJets, they have by far been the best for me and many others I have spoken too.