need input,soon.lol

[rallysman]

I wouldn't worry about it. You want the overflow to flow as much as possible to keep your options of larger pumps open.

 

[Dr Joe]

This is getting so good

Shorter return = lower head pressure = less stress on the pump = better flow.

Larger overflows = Well, higher overflow rates.

But turnover rate = pump gph + overflow size.

In other words ... Just Do It .

Dr Joe

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[midnight]

lol joe

so i did it,done deal.
didnt want to post pix in 3 threads so heres a link to finished pix.

post #162
http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1551738#post1551738

 

[craigthor]

Midnight- did you make the side filter? if so did you do a diy or interested in making another? Looks great.

Craig

 

[midnight]

Midnight- did you make the side filter? if so did you do a diy or interested in making another? Looks great.

Craig

no thats my grandpas invention
he has made many many tanks like that.
i plan to make some tanks with that same filter type.
plus i plan to take that idea and do my own twist to it on one of my tanks soon.

 

[Nic]

one of those side filters with a good sand bed and lots of plants would make a great nitrate filter....

 

[Dr Joe]

one of those side filters with a good sand bed and lots of plants would make a great nitrate filter....

?? 3.5" x 14" surface area? Am I reading you wrong?

Dr Joe

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[Dr Joe]

lol joe

so i did it,done deal.
didnt want to post pix in 3 threads so heres a link to finished pix.

post #162
http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1551738#post1551738

Well, do you have a difference in flow? (bet you've used up all those HD Christmas gift card huh? ).

Dr Joe

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[Nic]

?? 3.5" x 14" surface area? Am I reading you wrong?

Dr Joe

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meant to put little in there... wouldnt sustain the tank but it would help