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Post by evilbuell on Dec 19, 2013 9:45:51 GMT -5
I have an opportunity to get a AquaC EV 180 with a Mag 9.5 for my tank.. I am in need of a skimmer and want one that can handle a 120 gallon tank someday. Currently have a 72 bow front and a 55 gallon sump. Just want to hear if its good or bad. I like the look and need one ASAP.
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Post by gotareef on Dec 19, 2013 12:10:44 GMT -5
ive never used one, but I have seen mixed reviews... almost everyone said it is a pain to dial in, so as long as you never shut it off or never clean it...... for me it would depend on price. you can get a brand new sca 302 or 303 for $150....... I actually have one sitting right here  |
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Post by evilbuell on Dec 19, 2013 17:47:39 GMT -5
I like those reviews on the SCA...... $150 shipped, i might just do that. Did you have any problems with it or the pump? I see they offer a larger collection cup too...
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Post by gotareef on Dec 19, 2013 19:03:23 GMT -5
I've never used one  |
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Post by evilbuell on Dec 19, 2013 19:07:14 GMT -5
Oh. i read you had one sitting right there... do you have the AquaC ev 180?
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Post by gotareef on Dec 19, 2013 19:56:12 GMT -5
no i have a sca 302 sitting here but I have never used it. I opened the box just to make sure there was no damage during shipping.
I use asm skimmers... and love them. there was an asm g3 on the nh site for $100 but might be a little big for your 72g
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Post by jasonandsarah on Dec 20, 2013 6:06:18 GMT -5
Sorry to interject but I've been using my sca-302 for awhile and it's great!I have heard the they can be difficult to tune in but I haven't had that problem? It took probably 12-24 hours to originally break it in, but most skimmers do. I just washed mine yesterday with vinegar and it's skimming like a champ already.does wet skim for a little while after but that's not a big deal to me at all. I took this picture so you could see what it does after being cleaned(reset). My biggest complaint would have to be the skimmer cup being too small but Rob has taken care of that for someone because he's gotten you a large skimmer cup to go with the skimmer he's selling! Attachments:
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Post by evilbuell on Dec 20, 2013 11:34:36 GMT -5
So how much for the SCA 302?
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Post by jasonandsarah on Dec 20, 2013 12:04:39 GMT -5
I think Rob wants 150$ for it with the bigger collection cup witch you have to but separate for 20$ normally so you save on it because of that. And yes the pump has a warranty I just got a new one sent to me.
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Post by gotareef on Dec 20, 2013 12:31:12 GMT -5
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Post by gotareef on Dec 20, 2013 14:04:11 GMT -5
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Post by evilbuell on Dec 20, 2013 14:43:43 GMT -5
missed this message... ordered the SCA 302, the company discounted the skimmer for me to $145. I wanted to order company direct and it paid off. thanks for your help everyone.
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Post by jasonandsarah on Dec 23, 2013 13:34:00 GMT -5
I hope you asked them to upgrade your skimmer cup for the larger one? If not you'll want it soon. I still haven't gotten one but I want to
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Post by evilbuell on Dec 23, 2013 18:34:53 GMT -5
i didnt order one...there on ebay for 20 bucks... figured i would wait to see what it looks like first.
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Post by evilbuell on Jan 14, 2014 7:54:07 GMT -5
This SCA 302 is that cats meow... pulling the nastiest junk out...
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