Full Version: My skimmer and HOB filter
I have an Remora aqua C skimmer and a HOB filter. The skimmer puts out a lot of micro bubbles in the water (they get past the bubble trap in the skimmer) and is a real bummer from an aesthetic point of view. I have a 29 gallon AGA. I put ROWA phosphate remover and activated carbon in the filter. Do you think I could get by with out this skimmer and filter? I would still keep the filter for chemical filtration but ditch all of the pads in it. Should I get a different skimmer?
My Remora eventually stopped generating micro-bubbles; I'd keep it.
QUOTE (outpost @ Nov 15 2009, 02:50 PM) 
I have an Remora aqua C skimmer and a HOB filter. The skimmer puts out a lot of micro bubbles in the water (they get past the bubble trap in the skimmer) and is a real bummer from an aesthetic point of view. I have a 29 gallon AGA. I put ROWA phosphate remover and activated carbon in the filter. Do you think I could get by with out this skimmer and filter? I would still keep the filter for chemical filtration but ditch all of the pads in it. Should I get a different skimmer?
Its a five year old skimmer
What pump do you have on it? I used a Maxi-Jet 1200.
yup i have a maxi jet 1200 on it
QUOTE (outpost @ Nov 15 2009, 01:50 PM)
Do you think I could get by with out this skimmer and filter?
Sure, skimmers are beneficial but are not 'necessary'. Your LR is your bio-filter; chemical and mechanical filters are optional (plus other bio-filters aren't recommended).QUOTE (outpost @ Nov 15 2009, 01:50 PM)
Should I get a different skimmer?
If you have the money and don't like your current skimmer then go for it. I'm not sure why you are having problems with your AquaC; maybe you could ask their tech support.This is a "lo-fi" version of our main content. To view the full version with more information, formatting and images, please click here.