Plumbing into the basement

[Dez]

I would go the largest you can go on the output of your pump to reduce head pressure. I would also go flex pvc or use 45 elbows instead of 90 degree elbows. As for pump size if Chin is using a Barracuda with success, that would probably be a good choice - they are fairly efficient. I'm running a 6000 gph Reeflo Blackfin 6000 that uses about 300 watts (or just under). I'm running several tanks and my skimmer with that one pump though from my basement with the sump directly on the ground. Hope this helps.