ClariSea sk 3000 and Red Sea sump

[nicodoctor]

I’m preparing my new pensinsula 500 and have a little problem with the sump. As everybody knows, it’s impossible fit the clarisea without customize the sump.
I’m not sure do it. What’s doy you think about?
Thanks

 

[Juniorh2r]

Is it the v3 sump?

 

[nicodoctor]

Yes. The V3 model.

 

[Juniorh2r]

There's a video on you tube on a
How to do the mod the guy cuts out the plastic sock holder I'll see if I find it and send it

 

[Juniorh2r]

John loftin is the name of one channel and UK reefer is the other one

 

[nicodoctor]

Thank you. I know the mods. The question is if everybody think is better the clarisea than the socket. The tank is new, and is the best moment to customize... I’ll try a different mod, cutting the socket holder in the middle, with enough space for the clarisea and conserve the media socket holder...

 

[GermanJosh]

John loftin is the name of one channel and UK reefer is the other one

Can you PM me both links? I have the V3 sump as well, and I cannot find the videos on YouTube... lol

 

[nicodoctor]

Can you PM me both links? I have the V3 sump as well, and I cannot find the videos on YouTube... lol

You can see the videos here:

And here:

 

[Juniorh2r]

Thank you. I know the mods. The question is if everybody think is better the clarisea than the socket. The tank is new, and is the best moment to customize... I’ll try a different mod, cutting the socket holder in the middle, with enough space for the clarisea and conserve the media socket holder...

I would wait if the tank is new but you it will also help to reduce phosphate it depends what your goals are for your build

 

[nicodoctor]

I finally removed the socket. Now, I don’t know how divide the sump. What’s the best? Thanks

 

[GermanJosh]

I finally removed the socket. Now, I don’t know how divide the sump. What’s the best? Thanks

What tools did you use to cut and remove?

 

[Eight]

What tools did you use to cut and remove?

I used a flat razor and tool to push it into the silicone. Lots of details and photos in my build thread:

Build Thread - Jason's Reefer 250: Fish added! Sump Mod, Clarisea, custom plumbing, aquascape w/E-Marco, IKEA cabinet mod. (Pic heavy!)

Shortcuts to helpful posts in my build thread: 1. Mod the Reefer 250 v3 sump for a Clarisea (Post 6) 2. Cleaning off old live rock with vinegar and citric acid (Post 12) 3. Photos of Kessil A360s LED lights (Post 13) 4. How to adjust the Reefer 250 door hinges and door catch (Post 21) 5. Photos...

www.reef2reef.com

 

[nicodoctor]

What tools did you use to cut and remove?

I only used two small cutters and a razor blade.

 

[Mountain Reefer]

I am just setting up a V3 sump and Clarisea 3000 myself. I am strongly considering just placing the Clarisea in the main sump compartment and leaving the sock/media cup holder in place (mainly because it sounds like a lot of work to remove them). Can anyone tell me a downside to this. I would plumb my ATS and/or my carbon reactor return to the origonal V3 sump return area so that it would not be a "dead spot" flow wise

 

[GermanJosh]

I am just setting up a V3 sump and Clarisea 3000 myself. I am strongly considering just placing the Clarisea in the main sump compartment and leaving the sock/media cup holder in place (mainly because it sounds like a lot of work to remove them). Can anyone tell me a downside to this. I would plumb my ATS and/or my carbon reactor return to the origonal V3 sump return area so that it would not be a "dead spot" flow wise

The stock Red Sea drain fits directly into the clarisea,both one inch size, just cut the length of the stock drain

I just cut the sump out, and placed her on a custom stand

Last night i hard plumbed the drain and emergency drain into clarisea

 

[nicodoctor]

It´s very easy to remove the sock holder. You have same work if you want to mantein the media cup holder. In my tank, I finally perform a brico with acrylic.

 

[GermanJosh]

It´s very easy to remove the sock holder. You have same work if you want to mantein the media cup holder. In my tank, I finally perform a brico with acrylic.

Can I pay you for the same one to place in my sump?

 

[Mountain Reefer]

why use a stand for the Clarisea? Mine came with hanging brackets which are adjustable

 

[nicodoctor]

Can I pay you for the same one to place in my sump?

Sorry but I live in Spain... It´s easy for you. Yo can buy the acrylic in a local store (they can cut the pieces). If you want, I can send you the exact measures.

 

[GermanJosh]

Sorry but I live in Spain... It´s easy for you. Yo can buy the acrylic in a local store (they can cut the pieces). If you want, I can send you the exact measures.

YES, please send them to me!