Tom Pro Series PS3 Filter and Skimmer

[Slacker USC]

Has anyone had any experience with a unit like this? I'm leaning away from drilling my tank, and I figure that after removing the bioballs/filter media it should function as a small sump/skimmer for my 46 bowfront.

I intend on attempting a community tank with a few small fish and cleanup crew, as well as possibly some soft corals down the road.

I've been unable to find any real reviews of this kind of system and was just hoping someone on here could fill me in. Thanks!

edit: forgot links
http://www.bigalsonline.com/BigAlsU...31/cl0/tomproseriesps3filterandskimmer1000gph

http://www.marineandreef.com/shoppro/filtration_rapids.htm

 

[Slacker USC]

 

[drummereef]

I would just use a Life Reef overflow (www.lifereef.com) and build a sump/fuge out of a small tank. Cheap and easy.

 

[Slacker USC]

Those overflows require 3-4" behind the tank, and I'm trying to get it as close to the wall as possible. Otherwise I'd just use the AquaFuge PS Refugium.