ebay sump. .

[savage]

I would like everyones opinion on this product?

http://m.ebay.com/itm/281186750357?nav=SEARCH&sbk=1

 

[savage]

Sorry trying attached link but don't know how?

 

[Tonyscoots84]

fixed it

 

[savage]

fixed it

Thank you.. I would like to how it done PM me instructions greatly appreciate it..

 

[d5332]

I know of two people that purchased it and its fine.

They will even customize it for you prior to shipping so stare at the standard lay out and see if you would like to change it.

 

[savage]

Thank you for your feedback d5332. Anyone else like to elaborate?

 

[skene]

It's ok, however too simple of a design. If you wanted to build one out of a glass tank with the same layout it may be cheaper.

If you were to request a bit more customization, it would benefit from the addition of a filter sock holder, larger skimmer area (based on skimmer used), and a probe holder built in.

 

[savage]

It's ok, however too simple of a design. If you wanted to build one out of a glass tank with the same layout it may be cheaper.

If you were to request a bit more customization, it would benefit from the addition of a filter sock holder, larger skimmer area (based on skimmer used), and a probe holder built in.

Thank for reply.. That what I wanted a basic design.. Sorry not too fond of filter sock only the first week of initial setup you know clear the water. glass aquariums are ok if you use a internal pump but I be using external pump so I be adding a bulkhead and later in the build probe holder..I love the Trigger system sump my opinion i think they are best one out there.. But with that type of money I can use it in another area like a great skimmer..

 

[Greagzter]

Not trying to bash the company as I havent gotten anything from them nor do I know anyone who did. This looks exactly like the trigger system design, which I find to be simple and effective. This is a quote from the ebay description "Made of 3/16 - 1/4 inch High Grade Acrylic our products are guaranteed against manufacturing defects and leaks for 90 days." Personally I would never go with anything thinner than 1/4. Although their sump is braced, I am almost sure that if they have used 3/16 acrylic that it will bow sometime after the 90 day period. It is, however, normal for acrylic to bow a bit.
Some glass tanks could be drilled to install a bulkhead (make sure its not tempered glass) and if you are trying to save money, then do not completely rule this out. You could pick up a used 40 breeder which is slightly larger (36x18x16) then the sump you are looking at for less then what you would pay for acrylic.