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GoBigOrGoHome
10/05/2008, 09:57 AM
Is it at all possible for me to get effective skimming for 100+ gallons for less that $250 or so? I know I could DIY for a bit less than this, but I would just like anyone's suggestions/ success stories on semi-inexpensive skimmers that have done the job for them on a moderate bio-load, moderate-volume system. Any comments are appreciated. Thanks

mash35231
10/05/2008, 10:02 AM
Marine Solutions (and others) sell a brand of skimmer called "MSX". They are impressive for the money. Look them up on youtube.com.

GoBigOrGoHome
10/05/2008, 10:13 AM
Thanks a lot. I'm not trying to skimp here, just tryin to get the most for my money!.:D . If I can't get a good skimmer for less than $500, so be it.

Chibils
10/05/2008, 10:16 AM
The Octopus line is also a very good bargain. Not the world's best skimmer, but the NW200 could handle your 110G just fine at <=$250.

jazzmanb
10/05/2008, 01:41 PM
msx 160 or 200, or octo extreme[same skimmer different name] well be the best skimmer for the money...they pull crazy air,are built well,and refoam fast after feeding...they cost around 270 dollars shipped,but skim as well as 1000 dollar skimmers....

james3586
10/05/2008, 03:34 PM
I am happy with my turboflotor multi sl by Aqua Medic comes with an Oceanrunner PH 2500 pump that is very quiet. The skimmer is easy to set up in or outside the sump and produces a large amount of skimmate. Good Luck!!

GoBigOrGoHome
10/05/2008, 05:52 PM
Thanks for the responses guys. I was looking at all three of the skimmers you mentioned already, too, so apparently I'm on the right track. Still open for more suggestions though! I have a feeling I'll be happy going with the MSX 200 though... mostly because I can't seem to find the MSX160 for sale anywhere, and there's always the chance for expansion!! If all goes well, my system will be 200+ gallons in a year anyway....

mfinn
10/05/2008, 05:56 PM
The MSX 200 is a very good skimmer for the money.

jman77
10/05/2008, 06:21 PM
"The MSX 200 "

Ditto, I have one and it's a good skimmer.

Husky_1
10/05/2008, 06:32 PM
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13488346#post13488346 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jazzmanb
.they cost around 270 dollars shipped,but skim as well as 1000 dollar skimmers....
Pretty bold statement, have you actually put a high end skimmer in your tank side by side with one of these?

Aynesa
10/05/2008, 06:34 PM
I got a Euro Reef RS135 On Craigslist for 200. Don't forget to check Craigslist. It's excellent. I also love my new Euroreef. An extra few bucks for a truly, TRULY good skimmer is well worth the money, and after having Seaclones and Prizms, I sing the praises of the Euroreef.

3.99AfterTaxes
10/05/2008, 06:38 PM
You should check out this thread: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1477098

I picked up an IN100 for my tank and it's doing it's job damn well, far better than my old ER and leagues better than a lot of other junk I can think of.

andyco
10/06/2008, 06:17 PM
DAS skimmers give very good bang for buck...

burton14e7
10/06/2008, 06:38 PM
I like my DAS EX-2. Did a good job on the 120g.