Sicce mesh mod kit?

[VaderWS6]

Is this mesh mod kit really worth it, or should I take a different route?

Sicce mod kit (http://www.protein-skimmer.com/shopping.asp?id=446996&itemid=10097&ct=0&shopperid=78349&merchantid=446996&shop=itemdetail.asp)


Mine is modded by Marine Solutions (came modded with the MSX 160 skimmer). Will I see much difference using this mesh v.s. the mesh that came with my pump? Is there a cheaper/better way to go? I want my 160 to perform its best, because I'm not getting nearly as much skimmate as a lot of people who have the 160.

[luke33]

Vader, your not going to see any difference since your 160 can only handle 30scfh.

[atvdave]

You can also do the same thing with some gutter guard from Lowe's or HD.

[Jefe12234]

So will I see a difference on my MSX 200? I ordered the kit because I heard it recommended and it's fairly cheap, but I'm still not sure exactly what piece it's replacing and how it improves performance. I guess I'll find out for sure when I have the pump and kit in hand.

[Mr James]

by VaderWS6
Is this mesh mod kit really worth it, or should I take a different route?

Take a different route. Why mod a good thing?? I bought a skimmer I wouldn't have to mod and it works great. Modding this pump is like altering the engine on a Ferrari.

[atvdave]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=11644804#post11644804 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Jefe12234
So will I see a difference on my MSX 200?

I'm not sure with your skimmer but on my ASM G3 it made a big difference. The old impeller would make bubbles in the med to large range. after the mod ( I just used gutter guard ) it puts out a ton more bubbles and they are very fine to small bubbles, I get a bunch more gunk in my collection cup.




<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=11644804#post11644804 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Jefe12234
I ordered the kit because I heard it recommended and it's fairly cheap, but I'm still not sure exactly what piece it's replacing and how it improves performance. I guess I'll find out for sure when I have the pump and kit in hand.


It replaces the impeller blades on our impeller. Do a search here on RC or Goggle and you should see some pic's of it.