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04-03-2011, 06:35 AM
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Skimz SK181 Review
bought this to replace my Vertex IN-100 which works quite well but, I probably have more bio load for what it can handle. So, here's comes Skimz SK181.
time for some pictures.    I use vinegar bath for few hours and rinse off using tap water. here are some youtube video first run http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFS36Hxyqos 5 hours later http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaSurwF_Zz8 at this point I am extremely satisfy on how it performs, I am now looking forward on tuning this skimmer. Currently, water outlet and air adjustment valve are fully open.
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150DD mix reef with 90 gal sump and 40gal frag tank purple tang, sohal tang, yellow eye kole tang, fairy wrasse. cleaner wrasse, leopard wrasse, and misc fish. GHL Mitras 6200HV X 2, MP40 X 2, MP60 X 1, tunze 6095 X 2, Vertex RX6 calcium reactor, Bubble King SM250, Aquamaxx bio pellets reactor, Profilux 3 
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04-30-2011, 04:42 PM
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I have the sk181 but haven't put it to use yet.
Just curious, how high is your water level in the skimmer section of your sump? I think 8"-10" is recommended right? My water level in my skimmer compartment is around 7". I'm worried I may need to make a taller sump.
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04-30-2011, 09:00 PM
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I have it at about 8" mark. seems to work good so far.
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150DD mix reef with 90 gal sump and 40gal frag tank purple tang, sohal tang, yellow eye kole tang, fairy wrasse. cleaner wrasse, leopard wrasse, and misc fish. GHL Mitras 6200HV X 2, MP40 X 2, MP60 X 1, tunze 6095 X 2, Vertex RX6 calcium reactor, Bubble King SM250, Aquamaxx bio pellets reactor, Profilux 3
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07-21-2011, 02:30 AM
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Yes, I am happy with the skimmer, and there suppose to be a upgrade version needle wheel coming up soon. So I am looking forward to it. Also, I think the pump is the same dimension as the Eheim compat pump which is also made by Eden. So, I might look into getting a bigger pump later. Yet, I will need to do more research to verify this. when I get a chance I will get post more picture.
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150DD mix reef with 90 gal sump and 40gal frag tank purple tang, sohal tang, yellow eye kole tang, fairy wrasse. cleaner wrasse, leopard wrasse, and misc fish. GHL Mitras 6200HV X 2, MP40 X 2, MP60 X 1, tunze 6095 X 2, Vertex RX6 calcium reactor, Bubble King SM250, Aquamaxx bio pellets reactor, Profilux 3
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11-26-2011, 06:02 PM
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Are you able to post some new pics this morning?
Thx
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11-26-2011, 07:29 PM
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NM about the pics for my benefit.
I am buying r.a.s.hensons. I'll be able to see it running tomorrow. Talked myself into not cheaping out on such a vital piece of equip 
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11-28-2011, 04:35 AM
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I have decided to put in a bigger pump into my SK181. and I went with Eden 140.
comparing the 2 pump   fitted in the new pump   
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150DD mix reef with 90 gal sump and 40gal frag tank purple tang, sohal tang, yellow eye kole tang, fairy wrasse. cleaner wrasse, leopard wrasse, and misc fish. GHL Mitras 6200HV X 2, MP40 X 2, MP60 X 1, tunze 6095 X 2, Vertex RX6 calcium reactor, Bubble King SM250, Aquamaxx bio pellets reactor, Profilux 3
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11-28-2011, 06:45 AM
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What made you decide to get the bigger pump?
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