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November 14th, 2008, 12:35 AM
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1'' overflow
okay here is the deal.i have a dual 1'' overflow and 1350gph pump.i have to run it down to my sump but it has to be hose.so i necked it down to 3/4.it has to go up 10'.will my overflow be enough with 3/4.and or will the pump keep up?might sound dump.but surly one of you guys/gals had this problem. thanks for the help.
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November 14th, 2008, 01:52 AM
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Re: 1'' overflow
Do you have a link to the pump your running?
Most return lines are 3/4 anyway.But you also got to remember that you'll loose some pressure/flow due to the height your pumping the water.
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November 14th, 2008, 02:44 AM
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Re: 1'' overflow
this is what i have on the pump.mebner pf 1350gph.thats all thats all thats on it.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125ga,t5 8-80lighting,75 gal sump Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: new Other Intrests: racing,fish and women
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November 14th, 2008, 05:19 AM
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Re: 1'' overflow
anyone?
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125ga,t5 8-80lighting,75 gal sump Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: new Other Intrests: racing,fish and women
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November 14th, 2008, 07:30 AM
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Re: 1'' overflow
Two 1''inch drains can handle about 1200gph so the manufacturers say.There will be alot of burping and gurgling for the drains to keep up with that amount.Realistically,it's more around 900gph or even a little less.The pump should work fine,put a ball valve on the return side closest to the pump.In that way,you can control how much is returned/drained.
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November 14th, 2008, 03:53 PM
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Re: 1'' overflow
ok thanks
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125ga,t5 8-80lighting,75 gal sump Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: new Other Intrests: racing,fish and women
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November 14th, 2008, 04:23 PM
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Re: 1'' overflow
ok i hooked it all up and it barely makes up to my tank.so i guess i need a better pump.anyone no of a good pump.i have 125gal and a 75gal sump.from sump(in my basement) to main tank is about 10'.any good advice is well needed.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125ga,t5 8-80lighting,75 gal sump Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: new Other Intrests: racing,fish and women
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November 14th, 2008, 04:28 PM
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Re: 1'' overflow
all and it needs to be in sump.the sump is not drilled.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125ga,t5 8-80lighting,75 gal sump Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: new Other Intrests: racing,fish and women
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November 14th, 2008, 04:45 PM
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Re: 1'' overflow
how about this one?
Gen X PCX-70 High Pressure external pump. 1550 gph maximum flow. 1 inch MPT inlet and outlet ports. Pressure Rated for a Maximum Lift of 31.8 ft. Quiet running, maintenance free, no oiling required. 300watt, 110Volts, 3.2 amps PSI Rating 15. Flow rate @ 3' Head 1500GPH. Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125ga,t5 8-80lighting,75 gal sump Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: new Other Intrests: racing,fish and women
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November 14th, 2008, 04:56 PM
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Re: 1'' overflow
if your sump is not drilled you will need to either get it drilled to use that pump or get a submersible pump. that gen-x will not work very long if it has to pull water to they are not made for pulling water.
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