Noob Designing first SW system, CPR Bakpac 2 skimmer questions?

[Bruce51]

Hello, I'm designing my first SW system. Starting as a fowler and then expanding to a reef as I gain confidence. DT is going to be a 40 gallon breeder with a 26 gallon sump. I was given a HOB CPR Bak-Pak DP
w/ Accela pump skimmer. Planning to use it on the input end of sump. Really haven't been able to find any decent reviews or tips on it. Any tips or suggestions would be appreciated.

http://www.marineandreef.com/CPR_Bak_Pak_Dual_Pak_Protein_Skimmer_p/rcpr02073.htm

 

[mandarin_goby]

I had the single CPR Bak Pak skimmer on my 40b, then I put it on my 20l sump when I added it. It's still on my sump but I did upgrade to a 57 rimless. I have one issue with it - the pump is loud. It breaks in after a while and quiets down, but it does vibrate :/ other than that, the skimmate it pulls is nice and dark and it's been very reliable. My single works for my 57 plus 20 fine...I never really thought about upgrading to be honest!