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A few thoughts...
~~~ The biggest problem with simply replacing a panel is the unpleasant fact that silicone DOES NOT adhere to silicone very well (if at all).
~~~ One way to separate siliconed glass pieces is with "piano wire".
~~~ There is a nasty solvent that can be used to dissolve silicone...
I think any doser is capable of failing - especially the ones (like most) that have only two wheels pressed against the tubing, not three. That said, it sounds like you had the level of the liquids being dosed above the level of the tank water that was being dosed into, as siphoning...
'The study comes to the remarkable conclusion that cephalopods are able to ignore their own DNA information, enabling them to adapt in rather incredible ways to the surrounding environment.'
Octopus discovery shocks scientists
I have an old Aqua Medic hang-on skimmer you can have for nothing (Aqua Medic Turboflotor Hang On Protein Skimmer - Marine Depot).
I don't think I have the pump. It was originally sold with an Ocean Runner 2700. The pump is still available on line, or you could probably rig up just about any...
Paul ~ save me 5 feet. I have 3 BSRs like the ones in your photo. I sold off my only Drew's Doser last year.
Thanks for the link ~ that is an impressive site. I've wanted something like this (DMFit ADMF0404 Filter Strainer 1/4" x 1/4" Push-in - 100 mesh (150 mic)) for a pre-filter for my...
Paul,
I'll take a couple of feet. If you've already sold out, could you post a link to the place you found it?
Want to hack the pump next? I have one that I got used and got burned on. (It is a 1.5. I think they're more prone to failure from overuse because people use them for top off)...
Hmmmm... Neither vinegar nor NOPOX are mentioned on this list of chemical liquids the tubing is resistant to
www.salhydro.fi/files/PDF/SantopreneChemicalResistance.pdf