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Forum: Reef Discussion 12/14/2006, 11:48 AM
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Posted By dfwatson
Not sure if you alraedy made the trip but...

Not sure if you alraedy made the trip but Fintastic is probaly the biggest. 704-525-0049. Sorry for the delayed responce
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/13/2006, 03:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 334
Posted By dfwatson
I did check out the site this morning but I have...

I did check out the site this morning but I have not had enough time to digest. You know how it is, you get one thing in mind and that you think will work well and you don't want to stray. I will...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/13/2006, 10:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 334
Posted By dfwatson
Thanks for the input guys, and to clairfy... I...

Thanks for the input guys, and to clairfy... I wanted to go over the back with the closed loop to keep from drilling anymore holes than necessary. The closed loop would run the inside perimeter of...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/12/2006, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 334
Posted By dfwatson
anybody have knowledge about this?

anybody have knowledge about this?
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/12/2006, 04:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 334
Posted By dfwatson
Closed Loop

I am planning to get a 180 (72x24x25) drilled and wanted some input. Wanted 3 holes across the back (2) for sump 1.5 each draining into a 75 gallon refugium and 1 for a closed loop. Will a 1.5 inch...
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/15/2005, 03:34 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
Good to know, Thanks for you input. Daryl

Good to know, Thanks for you input.

Daryl
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/15/2005, 01:45 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
I want to combine the two pump flows and their...

I want to combine the two pump flows and their pressure into the manifold for the combine flow effect of both pumps. That way I can have many nozzles coming out of the manifold, running some or cap...
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/15/2005, 12:15 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
I am planning a closed loop manifold to go...

I am planning a closed loop manifold to go around the top perimeter of the tank for my sole circulation/flow for the whole main tank. I want to power the manifold by using the sump return pump and...
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/15/2005, 11:36 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
I do want enough flow thru the sump/refugium to...

I do want enough flow thru the sump/refugium to tumble my cheato without putting another pump in the sump.(just flow from drains) After reading many posts I believe I can tie in the sump return pump...
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/14/2005, 08:25 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
Didn't know you would get more flow from an...

Didn't know you would get more flow from an overflow box, guess I will have to rethink where I get the tank drilled. Thanks for the help.

Daryl
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/14/2005, 06:46 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
Also the return from the sump would be over the...

Also the return from the sump would be over the top and I would still have (2) drains to the sump.
Daryl
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/14/2005, 06:39 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
I was thinking more along the line of the (4) 1.5...

I was thinking more along the line of the (4) 1.5 bulkheads on the back wall with strainers, not in the bottom. I guess I don't see the advantage of overflow boxes compared straight bulkheads.
Daryl
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/14/2005, 06:20 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
(4) 1.5 inch bulkheads across the back....

(4) 1.5 inch bulkheads across the back. (undetermined location/height) Still in the process of odering tank drilling specs.
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/14/2005, 06:10 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
Thanks for the reply. Maybe I will just go about...

Thanks for the reply. Maybe I will just go about it in a different way. Maybe 1/2 the flow thru the sump to a split return in the main tank and a closed loop to provide a much larger flow thru the...
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/14/2005, 05:46 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
My setup will be in a living room with the sump...

My setup will be in a living room with the sump below in a cabinet. I was trying to direct all the flow (including closed loop) through the one manifold for ease of plumbing and looks. Guess I'm...
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/14/2005, 05:11 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
After further review and the possible need for...

After further review and the possible need for more flow, could I use the remaining drains as a closed loop and plumb them into the original manifold? Trying to get all my flow into (1) manifold.
...
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/13/2005, 10:24 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
Thanks for input, I just needed an expert to tell...

Thanks for input, I just needed an expert to tell me so. Trying to make my plumbing as simple as possible through (1) manifold. New book soon??

Daryl
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/13/2005, 08:58 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 40,403
Posted By dfwatson
Back to flow...After reading all the posts and...

Back to flow...After reading all the posts and much good info, I would like your expert opinion on refugium flow. I am planning a 180 (72x24x25) aquarium and I would like to have about 2000gph flow...
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