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chefmur
12/31/2008, 02:47 PM
I am setting up a 75 gal tank, I purchased a slightly used reefmaster refugium sump which came with a generic (no name, same style as mag or quiet one)rather noisy sump pump and need some help. My questions are
1. recommendations on the best & not so noisy pump ( tank is 75 gal sump holds approx 10 gals and return is 3.75 feet from pump to top of return pipe)
Also current pump sits in sump and leaves little space for skimmer,can I put an external pump outside the sump to reduce heat and free up space for a larger skimmer.
All advice greatly appreciated.
Thanks Michael

EdKruzel
12/31/2008, 02:57 PM
If you have the slightest DIY skills, it wouldn't be difficult at all to drill a hole and add a bulkhead. You can attach a pump to that for the return which will free up space for a larger skimmer. I'd recommend a Little Giant as a good return pump. Not too noisy, but plenty of power for the price.