MaxiJet sureflow 1600gph?

[ganjero]

who has changed the impeller on the sure flow kit to the dumas? is it worth it (how many gph improvement?) how is it done?

Thanks

 

[jmait769]

I discuss this on the next page back: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=10897728#post10897728
If you want maximum flow then it is worth it. I just put the impellor from the MJ Mod (with Dumas) into the housing of the SureFlow.

HTH

Jay

 

[ganjero]

but that doesnt should how to replace the impelller at all, you are using an existing one that you had from the mj mod.

 

[heuerfan]

I'm using maxijet 600

I'm using maxijet 600

Thanks to dhnguyen & luke for their advice.

I have a 125 gallon tank (72x18x23) and purchased two of these kits. Very simple install and very quiet. I was very surprised to see this powerhead push the water from one end of the tank to the other. This is my first experience with high powered powerheads so this is a very big step in flow for me I also ordered the 80lb pull magnets that i am waiting to arrive which i feel is a must have because those suction cups stink.

I am running lps/softies and will have to rearrange things to accomodate the added flow.

Now i have to look for a wavemaster pro or similar. What do you guys reccomend using?

Thanks,
Steven

 

[vanceny]

Hey Steven,

I just ordered 2 of the sure flows as well. I was already running a diy maxi mod and you really need to get creative with placement. For a 125 gal you really shouldn't have too many problems. I have them on a 90 gal (48" long), once the sand has settled to where it wants to be it should be fine.

I'm not sure that you can set the duration on the wave master.

This looks like it would work:

http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merc...ct_Code=RF-WAVE-RFWC&Category_Code=Wavemaking

Also this but it has bad reviews:

http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merc...oduct_Code=ESU-01691&Category_Code=Wavemaking

The other option is just to run simple timers on a longer duration. You would just need more of those red/green switches.

Vance

 

[AquaPython]

alright im sold! im buying the sureflow kits today , and the 80lb magnets!

have you guys used these strong magnets on acrylic? i am worried of scratches, has anyone put on some felt or something?

 

[Rick2203]

i have the 80lbs magnets , they are epoxy coated its not going to scratch anything, i have mine on an acrylic tank, the only thing you should be worried about is when you attach the magnet these things are powerful you dont want the magnets to slam on each other then you might have a cracked tank, becareful.

 

[AquaPython]

is there a particularly good method for carefully applying them? im freaked now lol

 

[heuerfan]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10908654#post10908654 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by AquaPython
is there a particularly good method for carefully applying them? im freaked now lol

Me too, i guess just sliding them into place would be best?

Vance- thanks for the links, your going to like the kits

 

[Rick2203]

yes sliding the one on the outside in place should be fine

 

[heuerfan]

This might be a good option for wavemaker, i remember there was a huge thread about this.

http://www.topdjgear.com/chlisf24chti.html

 

[AquaPython]

woot!
i just ordered 4 85# magnets and 2 sureflows from petstore.com (1$ cheaper shipping) for my 2 mj900s

 

[invincible569]

good job dhnguyen!

 

[SDiver]

i finally got my 2 sureflow kits in for the 1200's. these things do add alot of flow but mine are noisey! i think they're coming apart at times. will this get better? i have read where everyone elses are quiet.

 

[superedge88]

When I called the manufacturers they said that they will quiet down over time...I don't know what causes this though.

 

[Rick2203]

for some reason mine have never made any noise, altho my maxijets were pretty slimy because i was using it in the tank prior, usually it should quiet down as the prop and magnet get gunk in it. the only time mine has made noise is when trying to spin backwards.

 

[dhnguyen]

Um guys... You don't REALLY need the 80 lbs magnets. Just something in the range of 35-40lb pull force would be plenty. Unless your glass is especially thick I wouldn't get the 80lb'er

 

[Rick2203]

too late DNHGUYEN.LOL

 

[dhnguyen]

In that case WATCH your fingers. And if you have a glass tank be careful that don't crack the glass putting them on. These suckers are STRONG.

 

[jennmac415]

what about for the thickness of a 180 gallon tank???