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jimmyj7090
07-12-2005, 10:51 PM
Just in case anyone was considering one of these and wanted to hear feedback.

I reccently got the very small or smallest model (Jeremy said rated for 30G or so) for my QT tank.

This is not fancy but It works extremely well. I have no complaints at all, it's an excellent skimmer for a great price.

I got the old style which has a slightly different outlet tupe design (Jeremy, correct me if i'm wrong). With my old type, I had trouble with keeping the riser height from slipping after I adjusted it.

I found a super easy fix though, put a plastic hose clamp in the pipe where it sits on the acrylic base. Snug it but don't clamp it really tight, use this as a stop to set the riser height.

Great skimmer, great price (considering it's a pinwheel design) and for a small application I don't think you can buy a better skimmer for any price.

jk

JeremyR
07-13-2005, 04:16 PM
Glad that you are happy with it. :)

clamm
07-13-2005, 10:06 PM
Ive been pretty impressed with all the stuff that CRA puts there name on. needle wheel pumps, skimmers. Hopefully they will take off.

jimmyj7090
07-14-2005, 12:05 AM
I totally endorse Jermey's store overall. I would say this more often but I don't want to be rude toward other good sponsors.

jk

ScottM
07-14-2005, 01:19 AM
I totally endorse Jermey's store overall..

jk

I completely agree.

I picked up his smallest needle wheel pump for my backpak skimmer. works wonders. great pumps.