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06-11-2005, 07:32 PM
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Anyone using closed loop?
What do you guys think about closed loop? One LRS is urging me to do it another says that drilling holes in your tank is a bad idea. Give me some advise on this please I'm so confused. My tank will be 36X3
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06-11-2005, 09:52 PM
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I am setting up my closed loop. I am using hangover returns and not drilling the tank. I am adding a SCWD to give a different water current and two returns from it.
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06-11-2005, 11:24 PM
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Do you have any pictures yet? I would be interesting in seeing them.
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06-12-2005, 12:07 AM
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I have a closed loop but I had my tank drilled by the manufacturer (1" acrylic). I personally would be afraid to drill glass. Is there a local glass store you can get to do it for you? As far as the closed loop...I love it .. I hate the clutter in tanks. I just think it looks so much nicer.
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06-12-2005, 12:08 AM
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Yes I have someone who could do it for me. I'm still scared. I just don't know what to do.
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06-12-2005, 12:24 AM
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A good glass shop should guarantee their work. Should give you peace of mind.
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06-12-2005, 02:20 AM
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This outta jack ya up..
http://www.melevsreef.com/closedloop.html [acronym:03b0e30682="By the way"]BTW[/acronym:03b0e30682], [acronym:03b0e30682="in my opinion"]imo[/acronym:03b0e30682], closed loop, open loop, whatever, it all amounts to pumping water. Some of us just use more gadgets and gizmos in between point A and point B. Best of luck!
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06-12-2005, 05:37 PM
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I have a closed loop with [acronym:99178dd296="Hang On Back"]HOB[/acronym:99178dd296] fuge seaclone protien skimmer and 2 rio powerheads. IF you want a pic let me know. And give me your e-mail since I can't quite figue out the way you post on this site.
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06-12-2005, 05:39 PM
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I would love to have a picture. If you don't mind. I think it would help to see it. Thanks.
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06-12-2005, 05:55 PM
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Can I have your e-mail adress please and I will send it to you.
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