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inachu
08/04/2008, 02:09 PM
Is it possible to use a:

http://www.thewuf.com/reef/images/equiplist/eheim1048.jpg


On a HOT skimmer?

I have this paticular model:
http://www.drsfostersmith.com/images/Categoryimages/larger/lg_517553_FS19628.jpg



Or would that be too much water flow?

JRechcygl
08/04/2008, 02:21 PM
Doubtful, at least with the seaclone you'll probably get too much water and not enough air

hahnmeister
08/04/2008, 02:25 PM
Too much oddly enough. That pump in particular can get ALOT of air.

I would suggest modding an Aquaclear 70 powerhead.
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=955274&perpage=25&pagenumber=1

inachu
08/04/2008, 02:27 PM
At the moment its not that bad but I do see it as an entry level skimmer.

What should I get on my next upgrade?
It has to be a hang on top as I have no room anywhere else for a skimmer.