Recent content by webberz

A valve, properly plumbed, is just as likely to leak as a bulk seal that blows out. Salt is rough on everything! You need to calculate your vertical rise into the equation of selecting a pump! Yes, your pump regardless will create extra heat. Slowing the water flow down will create a little more...

I am sure someone is going to say that you should drill 2. It is up to you. You can conceal the hoses this way and run your plumbing through the overflow. Just as easy and run the return back up through the overflow box. There are pros and cons to all aspects of this hobby. Best thing to do is...

I use the 1400 gph cal pumps on 2 of my tanks. You can submerse it or run it external. 1" hoses that reduce down to 3/4" fittings to fashion the return with a 2' or whatever you want 3/4" pipe and a couple fittings. I do have a shut off valve incorporated just to slow flow if need be. 1 hole is...

depending on how thick the plexi is you can still shatter it. Even if you have a block of wood behind it. Plexi will melt and then spider. Still keep it cool.

If you want it done right take it to lfs! Usually $20 a hole. Can't beat it. You would pay more for the (correct) bit for drilling. If you're adventureous, and would like to risk shattering your tank with no home for your sand and rock, drill it yourself. I would practice on a cheap or free tank...

I got mine off of ebay for under 50 with 4 1" bulk heads, 2 hoses, and a power head to restart overflow if power goes out. Best to drill or have it drilled. Also, you don't have to come home to 10 or 20 gallons of water on floor. If you decide to continue with overflow box get a check valve for...