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11/08/2007, 08:08 PM
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Which water pump is better?
I am wondering which water pump is better, the Little Giant brand or the Gen-X brand. I am looking for a pump for my 180g. Anyone have any experience with either of these, how loud are they? Any mechanical issues?
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11/08/2007, 08:20 PM
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Moved On
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Little Giants are LOUD.
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11/08/2007, 08:31 PM
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I did read a few reviews that said that they were very loud..any idea how they compare to the Gen-X pumps?
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11/08/2007, 08:39 PM
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I ahve no experience with GenX but did have a Little Giant and would never have another one for an aquarium anyway. Great utility pumps but lousy indoor aquarium pumps.
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11/08/2007, 09:36 PM
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Gen-x pumps are loud too. Great but loud. If you want a great pump and is quiet i recommend an iwaki with the japanese motor. I have heard good things about a dolphin pump too but have no personal experience. I have had a little giant, gen-x and iwaki.
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11/08/2007, 09:40 PM
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reefflo darts and the like are very quiet.
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11/08/2007, 09:42 PM
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Haha AZ I was going to say Gen-X are loud...
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If it's worth doing, it's worth doing right. I remember when zoanthids were called things like "green" and "orange" and not "reverse gorilla nipple." Current Tank Info: 180g reef with all the bells and whistles |
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11/08/2007, 09:56 PM
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plain and simple DART!!!
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11/08/2007, 10:06 PM
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My Genx Mak4 is very loud (in the basement and I can still hear it), but I dont think they are really supposed to be that way. They are however, fairly efficient, at 110 watts.
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PBITAWA! Current Tank Info: None now. Past- 180g w/ 100g basement sump and 20g 'fuge. H & S skimmer, T'5s & Tunze |
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