I'm getting close to scaping, so I dont want to waste any more time on it. I'll probably look for some new rock.
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I'm getting close to scaping, so I dont want to waste any more time on it. I'll probably look for some new rock.
What do you suggest?
I used reef rocks in my 90 and my sons nano. Never had issues keeping the phos down. My guess is they just do a better job at cleaning them up.
Another option is to go through the etching process again. I did it with some Marco from a friend and have had no issues. Maybe another round will do the trick. And all it takes is a couple of days.
Another option is to go through the etching process again. I did it with some Marco from a friend and have had no issues. Maybe another round will do the trick. And all it takes is a couple of days.
I was thinking of doing the muriatic acid bath. When its done, rinsed and dry can it go in the tank or does it have to soak in salt water again?
A barb is for tubing, while flex pipe uses standard PVC fittings. That is, flex pipe wasn't meant to be used with a barb.
I just tried looking up the specs on this pump and found conflicting information. One site (BRS) stated the outflow is 1 1/2 male NPT, while another site stated 1 1/4 (no mention if NPT). I'm assuming the barb you have on there is a step-down barb most likely for 1 1/4 or 1 inch tubing.
If you already have the 1 1 /2 flex pipe, and assuming the outlet on the pump is 1 1/2 male NPT, I'd simply pick up a coupling, 1 1/2 female NPT to 1 1/2 slip. That will allow you to hook up the 1 1/2 flex pipe.
If you already have the 1 1 /2 flex pipe, and assuming the outlet on the pump is 1 1/2 male NPT, I'd simply pick up a coupling, 1 1/2 female NPT to 1 1/2 slip. That will allow you to hook up the 1 1/2 flex pipe.
I just tried looking up the specs on this pump and found conflicting information. One site (BRS) stated the outflow is 1 1/2 male NPT, while another site stated 1 1/4 (no mention if NPT). I'm assuming the barb you have on there is a step-down barb most likely for 1 1/4 or 1 inch tubing.
If you already have the 1 1 /2 flex pipe, and assuming the outlet on the pump is 1 1/2 male NPT, I'd simply pick up a coupling, 1 1/2 female NPT to 1 1/2 slip. That will allow you to hook up the 1 1/2 flex pipe.
Thanks..you are correct, It must be 1 1/4 on the barbed fitting...I have the flex so I'm going to get the 1 1/2 npt 1 1/2 slip fitting.
Appreciate you looking that up.
Will do!
Valves may be installed in any direction without issue. However, I would suggest not putting a valve on the outflow. If (and when) it gets clogged up with whatever, your tank will overflow.
Thanks! Its required for a full siphon Herbie system. The system has a dry emergency for clogs. Its how you dial the flow. I'll also have the valve attached with unions for maintenance.
Finished the plumbing, just debating if I should do a tap water test or just wait for the salt water. If I do the tap water test, it will be a major pain draining everything...
Also I plumbed in my BRS dual GFO/Carbon reactor. I'm thinking wait till the cycle if over before starting it up, opinions please?
Also I plumbed in my BRS dual GFO/Carbon reactor. I'm thinking wait till the cycle if over before starting it up, opinions please?
Just fill the thing with saltwater. If it leaks just drain enough water off into a brute to stop water running through the system. I need to come by and see this setup.
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