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Old 05-02-2008, 12:18 AM
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i want to up grade my skimmer.. right now i have a AquC remora hob (20g-75g)wich im thinking is a lil to small for my tank.. im thinking of buying one for my sump but i need to find one that has a small foot print.. i was looking at the AcuaC Urchin pro (50-120g). does anyone think that would be a good upgrade? also the only other one ive looked at that has a foot print that might just fit my sump is the Precision Marine Bullet 1. or what about AquaC EV-180 Protein Skimmer

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Old 05-02-2008, 03:57 AM
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What dimensions do you have to work with in your sump?
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Old 05-02-2008, 07:57 AM
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I have a life reef skimmer which Jeff custom built for my 1st in sump skimmer which I now use outside the tank...Just call with the demensions and he will do the rest...Lifereef Filter Systems
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Old 05-02-2008, 09:59 AM
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two months ago , i upgraded to the Aqua Urchin Pro for my 90g.. reef,,, works very well placed right in the sump,,, the larger unit does needs a clearence of 26 inches to remove the collection cup for cleaning,,, very efficient and quiet...would purchase another..

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Old 05-02-2008, 11:20 PM
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well where i would put the skimmer is about 9 1/2" x 11" minus about 3" do to the pvc pipe from overflow. so really 9 1/2 x 8".. i think the Urcin pro would be a great fit but i want the best one i can fit in there that can take the most waste out of the water.
actually i just measured again and i dont have the 26" claeramce so that ones out..

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