klam114
In Memoriam
There was really no performance issue (in my opinion) with the BM200. I know that the experts in the BM skimmer arena, my local dealer being one of them, have suggested to ATi to use the fully potential of the Sicci pump, rather down trim down the meshpad to reduce the strength behind the pump to adjust for a smaller skimmer like the BM200. ATi responded and did modify the skimmer body to accomodate the full potential of the Sicci pump. I know that my local dealer never liked the adjustable T exhaust, he's always prefer something like a ball/gate valve mod instead and it's really only about $10-$15 extra in cost. When ATi modify the BM200, now the adjustable T could not give full range of adjustment to the internal waterlevel of the skimmer, so the ball/gate valve was reintroduced to take care of the adjustment. It was a very simple fix and I know that my local dealer has said that over and over again from day 1. I am lucky as my ball valve mod is more of a convenience than a necessity. My local dealer has told me on 2 different shipments now, that there isn't any improvements planned for the BM200. But you just never know as ATi reacts to new owners suggestions and complaints very quickly and a change can take place and not even be mentioned.
