Hi I have been in this hobby for over a year but still have quite a bit to learn..
I just bought a used protein skimmer for my 55g FOWLR, an Aqua C Remora with 1200 MaxJet.
I've never had a skimmer before - how do I know if it's working properly? I didn't receive a manual with it. How often do you have to clean out the collector cup?
I also bought a homemade 24 inch hood. I"m hoping to start a nano this spring. The hood has 2 18" T8s and also a 250w MH light. Does this seem like a lot for a probable 25 gallon tank? I was reading somewhere that most tanks only need a 175w MH.
IS there anyway I can incorporate the MH light into my 55 gallon? I have a homemade stand for it as well and would love to rip out the t8s that came with it.
thanks!
I just bought a used protein skimmer for my 55g FOWLR, an Aqua C Remora with 1200 MaxJet.
I've never had a skimmer before - how do I know if it's working properly? I didn't receive a manual with it. How often do you have to clean out the collector cup?
I also bought a homemade 24 inch hood. I"m hoping to start a nano this spring. The hood has 2 18" T8s and also a 250w MH light. Does this seem like a lot for a probable 25 gallon tank? I was reading somewhere that most tanks only need a 175w MH.
IS there anyway I can incorporate the MH light into my 55 gallon? I have a homemade stand for it as well and would love to rip out the t8s that came with it.
thanks!