3 MP40's or 1 MP40 and an MP60?

[iLLwiLL]

I just picked up an MP40wES for my standard 180 soon-to-be SPS dominated setup and am looking for some input on what my next step should be. The tanks glass is 1/2" thick, 2 island setup.

Basically, whats my better option as both will cost me roughly the same if not slightly cheaper if I find a used MP60.

Thanks!

~Will.

[iLLwiLL]

or can I get away with just a pair of 40's?

~Will.

[rivahodges]

A pair of 40's should be fine IMO.

[iLLwiLL]

any other opinions on this?

~Will.

[EcoTech Service]

Two MP40wES pumps should work well. I would personally go with one MP40wES and one MP60wES.

[iLLwiLL]

is the mp60 + mp40 combo favorable over 3 x mp40's for a standard 180?

thanks,

~Will.

[iLLwiLL]

bump.

~Will.

[LONGATTO]

following along. I have the same question.

I've also heard a single mp60 is just as good as 2 mp40's, but i like the idea of 1 mp40 and 1mp60.

and if 1 mp60 and 1mp40, would you put both mp's on the same side lengthwise? or one on each end?
or would you put the mp60 lengthwise and the mp40 perpendicular?

[iLLwiLL]

Its either 1 x MP40 on the 2 sides and back (middle) or an mp40 on one side and the mp60 on another facing each other. still unsure on what direction would be ideal for my application.

~Will.

[EcoTech Service]

It's really personal preference, but if you can swing for the MP60 (especially paired with a 40) it would be an awesome pair for your 180G.