Filter Socks - What is your opinion?

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Start date Jun 15, 2018
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Nov 16, 2018

jd371

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Tried to go sockless but I found that I had to clean the skimmer and reactor pump frequently. I don't find it a hassle using and cleaning them and they really do polish the water so I'll continue to use them.

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