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Unread 01/18/2019, 09:21 PM   #1
lpsouth1978
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Need a new skimmer, looking for recommendations.

I just moved my tank to a new home and have decided that it is time to replace the skimmer. I currently have a Bubble Magus NAC 3.5 that has served me well, but ha a lot of issues. I purchased the skimmer used and it looks to have been repaired a number of times and has several leaks. I also HATE that I can not take it apart to really clean it well.

The tank is a 40b with 20g sump and fairly heavy bioload.

I am looking at 3 skimmers, but I am not sure which to get. They are:

1.) Bubble Magus Curve 5 - I have read a lot of good things about it, but I would like a DC and/or external pump.

2.) Simplicity 120DC - I have seen mixed reviews on this one, but it has a DC controllable pump.

3.) Reef Octopus Classic 110-INT - Tried and true, with an external pump, but it has been around a LONG time and has an AC pump.

What are your thoughts on these skimmers? Any other suggestions are welcome.


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Unread 01/19/2019, 08:13 AM   #2
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I have the curve 5 and its a great skimmer...
Id recommend that..


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Unread 01/19/2019, 11:32 AM   #3
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I have a Simplicity skimmer and they are nice, work great, I think with all three choices you cannot go wrong.


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Unread 01/26/2019, 12:10 PM   #4
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I finally picked up a new skimmer and went with the Bubble Magus Curve 5 Elite. I found it at a LFS for a pretty good price. I originally went in planning on the standard Curve 5 but opted for the new design with Sicce pump for an extra $25.


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Unread 01/26/2019, 06:00 PM   #5
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Unread 01/27/2019, 02:39 AM   #6
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Quote:
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I finally picked up a new skimmer and went with the Bubble Magus Curve 5 Elite. I found it at a LFS for a pretty good price. I originally went in planning on the standard Curve 5 but opted for the new design with Sicce pump for an extra $25.
Same.

Just picked up the elite series. Great skimmer at a decent price, with an awesome motor block.

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Unread 02/03/2019, 01:32 PM   #7
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Same.

Just picked up the elite series. Great skimmer at a decent price, with an awesome motor block.

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Anymore info on the elite vs other skimmers you've had? Still considering one vs a few other skimmers.


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Unread 02/05/2019, 10:22 PM   #8
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What about Bashsea's twisted skimmers?


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Unread 02/05/2019, 11:27 PM   #9
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lifereef or MTC buy it for life skimmers.


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Unread 02/06/2019, 06:36 AM   #10
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I responded to their response to you before....



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