which is best to buy

[choupic]

I have a 55 gal Tank, Doing a reef tank no corals till later.
I have a Skimmer Question.
Which setup should i use A

1. bakp-pak 2r shimmer + fliter and pre skimmer

2 AquaC Remora w/ MJ 1200 Protein Skimmer with a Aqua-tech 30-60 power filter (came With tank)

I will be adding 60lbs base rock (hirocks.com) and 20lbs of live rock Lfs.
I will have a 2-3'' sand bottom.

 

[InxayonFinland]

AquaC Remora

 

[choupic]

Anbody else has a opinion.

 

[choupic]

Any other choices for under $200.00

 

[Hara]

I like the aquamedic turbofloater multi.

 

[tecwzrd]

I like the aquamedic turbofloater multi.

Which one and what size tank do you use it on? Prices range from $130-$500.
Seems like a nicely designed skimmer but I’m always frustrated by claims of “good for tanks 30-250 gal”. Seems like quite a range but manufactures usually do over estimate. At least it uses needle wheel technology which seems do better then the venturi style.

 

[ccCapt]

I have a Coralife Super Skimmer 125 on my 75. Works great and a nice price.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=13924&N=2004+113771

 

[Hara]

I believe it is the multi 1000. I have two in operation, one on my 110 gal eel tank and the other on my 175 bow reef.

 

[choupic]

Whats the difference between the aquamedic turbofloater multi and regular.
Is ti just the pump.

 

[tecwzrd]

Thanks Hara. Is this claim “Two outflow boxes direct water back to the aquarium or sump, while eliminating any leftover bubbles.” on www.drsfostersmith.com pretty accurate? (at least after break in) I was given the cheaper Coralife Super skimmer for X-mas and while I’m happy with it I’m always on the lookout for a better one that won’t break the bank

TIA

 

[choupic]

Well I weighed my options and I think im going the bak-pak 2r. I can get it for $130.00 after shipping.I may upgrade later and sell this one.

Thank for all the help.
Just trying to get it running

 

[choupic]

Nope changen my mine Im buying the AquaC Remora w/ MJ 1200 . $164.00