Not knowing the full capability of Vectra, how do you see the Iwaki out performing the Vectra pumps?
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Not knowing the full capability of Vectra, how do you see the Iwaki out performing the Vectra pumps?
foreclosefl
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ETSS Downdraft model?
ETSS Downdraft model?
where can I find a model number on my skimmer. I just bought a used system and this skimmer is doing great but I want to find some info on settings and bioballs in a skimmer? New to me. looking at pictures it kinda looks like a sumpbuddy 60 with the slide gate.
thanks
Jason
ETSS Downdraft model?
where can I find a model number on my skimmer. I just bought a used system and this skimmer is doing great but I want to find some info on settings and bioballs in a skimmer? New to me. looking at pictures it kinda looks like a sumpbuddy 60 with the slide gate.
thanks
Jason
foreclosefl
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I worked in the foreclosure field for many years. Just still use it.
Also this skimmer is nasty but working. should I take it apart and clean it or just let it be?
Also this skimmer is nasty but working. should I take it apart and clean it or just let it be?
foreclosefl
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anyone else have any advice on the skimmer? not my old profession. Thanks
foreclosefl
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sump buddy help
sump buddy help
I have a etss skimmer that keeps overflowing. it will pull 1-1.5 gal of water out in about 20 min. It was working fine, then stopped producing. Took it out and cleaned it. There was about 4-5 mini bio balls in it. When I put it back in it is overflowing. I even opened the gate all the way up and still open. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
sump buddy help
I have a etss skimmer that keeps overflowing. it will pull 1-1.5 gal of water out in about 20 min. It was working fine, then stopped producing. Took it out and cleaned it. There was about 4-5 mini bio balls in it. When I put it back in it is overflowing. I even opened the gate all the way up and still open. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
foreclosefl
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skimmer help
skimmer help
I think its a sumpbuddy 40 or 60. I only see the etss sticker on it but that is what it looks like in the pictures i pulled up. the only difference is my tube that the bio balls go it is black not clear. Is there markings on it somewhere? I put 5 new full size balls in it thismorning but turned it off. Didn't want to come home to an overflow mess on the floor. As far as cleaning. I just rinsed it and wiped out the tube and cup. does it make a difference on using the mini bio balls vs the regular full size? Thanks
skimmer help
I think its a sumpbuddy 40 or 60. I only see the etss sticker on it but that is what it looks like in the pictures i pulled up. the only difference is my tube that the bio balls go it is black not clear. Is there markings on it somewhere? I put 5 new full size balls in it thismorning but turned it off. Didn't want to come home to an overflow mess on the floor. As far as cleaning. I just rinsed it and wiped out the tube and cup. does it make a difference on using the mini bio balls vs the regular full size? Thanks
ostrow
It's Dr. Goodluck Himself
Just a reminder/pointer esp for those with 800 and larger...
I had noticed slow production and slow air flow. So went to change bioballs. When only a few came out I used a yardstick to pry loose. I have the 1000. I use 53 bioballs. Well when 53 came out the stick made clear that wasn't all of em. By the end, 66 (!) came out. I guess one or two remained previously on several changes.
NOW there is air and skimming like new.
I had noticed slow production and slow air flow. So went to change bioballs. When only a few came out I used a yardstick to pry loose. I have the 1000. I use 53 bioballs. Well when 53 came out the stick made clear that wasn't all of em. By the end, 66 (!) came out. I guess one or two remained previously on several changes.
NOW there is air and skimming like new.
suicideissleep
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Im looking for a etss skimner for a 600g very heavy stocked tank please pm me if you have anything my skimmer has died
ostrow
It's Dr. Goodluck Himself
So as I posted above, my ETSS 1000 is supposed to have roughly 53 bioballs in the tower. When I emptied it last week, all were (tyically) clumped together and I had to use a long thin stick to break them apart to get them out. The fishing line trick never worked for me -- it just snaps off when I pull.
Anyway, using the stick I kept going until none came out. There were about 65
in there! I guess every time prior there were always a couple left. They were
really jammed down at the bottom. That had to affect oxygenation and been a
factory for nitrates and maybe PO4?
Since ETSS is long out of business, where are people buying the bioballs and what brand? I am wondering if a different type, without the "fingers", would remain un-stuck. That should allow for more action in the tower. But without the "fingers" on the balls, I wonder if they would chop the water sufficiently. I was looking at these:
http://www.amazon.com/Water-Aquariu...=1455634008&sr=1-17&keywords=bio-filter+balls
But there are others around that are the same idea. Thoughts from those who use ETSS 800 and larger???
Anyway, using the stick I kept going until none came out. There were about 65
in there! I guess every time prior there were always a couple left. They were
really jammed down at the bottom. That had to affect oxygenation and been a
factory for nitrates and maybe PO4?
Since ETSS is long out of business, where are people buying the bioballs and what brand? I am wondering if a different type, without the "fingers", would remain un-stuck. That should allow for more action in the tower. But without the "fingers" on the balls, I wonder if they would chop the water sufficiently. I was looking at these:
http://www.amazon.com/Water-Aquariu...=1455634008&sr=1-17&keywords=bio-filter+balls
But there are others around that are the same idea. Thoughts from those who use ETSS 800 and larger???
I just bought some 1.5 off ebay > http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=jumbo+bio+balls
ostrow
It's Dr. Goodluck Himself
I just tried those Lee's linking bioballs. Don't see how people use them. I strung them in links of 5-10, but could only fit about 35-40 in my ETSS1000. No foam action at all. That's no option.
But I hate it how the normal ones clump. It severely cuts performance.
But I hate it how the normal ones clump. It severely cuts performance.
zachrabbit15
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Hello, how many bio balls should be in the towers of my ETSS 1400XR? After setting it up and it being horrably loud, I took it apart and cleaned it. Lost a few of the balls. Want to set it up one more time.
Thanks for any help. Zach
Thanks for any help. Zach
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