Quiet Pumps??? Anyone?

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Originally Posted by shotzee

Go with a Eheim. I used to always use Mag pumps but eventually got fed up with the excessive noise and restart issues. I know the initial cost for a Eheim is a lot more but it was well worth it and it will last forever.

I will look into the Eheim.......most that I have seen are a lower flow rate....but it beats needing hearing protection to feed the tank!!

Originally Posted by Howdy

I love Eheims' pumps myself but I think they are looking for flow in the 1800-2400 gph range.

I am thinking you may have to go to external to get it quieter and in that flow range.

Yes, I am looking for a larger volume.......but need to find something quiet for sure. External is not so good as I don't have much room.

Originally Posted by sphelps

You can get a Red Dragon Pump in that range and it can be used internal or external. You won't find a quieter pump but unfortunately you probably won't find a pricier one either.

I will go check out the dimentions and pump price. The dimentions will tell me if I can fit it in the sump or not. Externally I don't have much room....unless I set it on the kitchen table. I will cover it with the table cloth and my wife won't even know its there!

Thanks for everyones input....I should have asked on here a while ago and I could have eleviated some PAIN!! More a PITA making changes to find out nothing changes or it gets worse!