Yep, that's my plan now. I want as little visible as possible. The acrylic overflow would be an eyesore. I heard of diamond drill bits working well, but am not willing to risk. I'll be doing a mod of the Durso design. Drilling on the bottom back wall will accommodate the inside overflow box...
I checked out Durso's AGA Standpipe design. Although it looks great, the bottom of my tank is tempered. So now what? Is there a modification that would accommodate for tempered bottoms?
Help! :oops:
I'm picking up my first AGA 55 gal tank w/stand. Based on research, I planned on the Sump. We'll be using a Turboflotor 1000 w/R2100 in a 20-gal tank. Lots of folks recommended your design. I've taken a look at the Original, AGA and External designs. I haven't a clue which way to go! :cry...
Where do I get info on Rich Durso's standpipe? I kinda liked the idea of having the tank drilled and piped to the PS.
So, is a 10-gallon sump fair for a 55 gallon tank using a Turboflotor? Whatcha say? :lol:
Thanks again.
:? I've done some reading in particular about the Turboflotor 1000 w/pump (here at http://www.reefs.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.p ... light=sump and http://www.reefsuk.com/Marine%20Aquariu ... ctSump.htm ) and although I've got a good understanding of how a sump works etc., I'm still wondering the...
8O Incredible results!
I've purchased dry goods from www.bigalsonline.com and had good results. Shipped out the next day and arrived within 3 business days. They have good pricing on most items.
Thanks again to everyone.
I'm looking for recs on reputable, reasonably priced marine retailers who ship. I found plenty for Dry Goods...but specifically looking for livestock etc. And will take the recs on who to avoid too!
Thanks so much! 8)