SKIMMER for 50 gallon mostly FOWLR

[dog17simon]

just looked at the rogue and it is nice but 300 is about 3 times what i want to pay...also is it easy to set the ps skimmers up without instructions and i am worried about the quality of acrylic they use im just sort of worried about spending my money on it and it not working or breaking....can someone offer condolences please

 

[happyface888]

you can get a typhoon its like a ps160, if you are a little paranoid about the plastic.

 

[happyface888]

you can get a typhoon its like a ps160, if you are a little paranoid about the plastic.

 

[dog17simon]

but with typhoon dont u have to tape the arms with teflon that just seems weird to me but i dont know.........is it as good of a skimmr as the ps160 if it is im getting it

 

[happyface888]

Its not a big deal, the teflon is more like the insides of the joints when connecting them, kind of like a seal. I see no problem with that. Check with others who has had the typhoon. Or wait and ask them when they will restock.

 

[dog17simon]

i think i will call the aquatraders and tell them to cancel my order and just credit my card...i am getting the typhoon.. on their site it said it was 7 pounds and it just makes me feel more at ease also the shipping at aquatraders was outrageous...n e way thank u all for the help and having to listen to me i really really appreciate it thanks again

 

[kodyboy]

the typhoon is a good HOB, much better than the ps160, which I would not use in HOB mode.

 

[dog17simon]

thanks it would be fine on a 50 gallon right

 

[kodyboy]

no problem for a 50, that is about the largest I would keep it on though. In addition to anyone who gets a typhoon, order the anti-siphon kit from D&D marine, they will send it for free.

 

[dog17simon]

do i just email them and ask for the anti siphon kit

 

[kodyboy]

that is all you have to do

 

[dog17simon]

great thanks

 

[jeffgp]

get a css 65 i had one for allmost a year .. worked like a champ