Flow options for a standard 120 (4x2x2)

tjsmk8 · May 24, 2015

I just returned from vacation to find both of my jabeos dead. Everything looks to have survived and I have some supplemental flow rigged up for now, but I need to order a more permanent solution asap. Any suggestions based on personal experience? The tank is a mixed reef with the overflow on one end. Placement can only be on that end or the back glass. Thanks!

hart24601 · May 24, 2015

I am running a 150 gyre on the side and a mp40 on the back of my 120. I am thinking of adding another mp40 to the mix. Happy with the gyre though.

tjsmk8 · May 24, 2015

Thanks for the feedback. You have the gyre positioned horizontally I assume? I could only use a gyre vertically due to the overflow.

akustik.sound · May 24, 2015

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hart24601 · May 24, 2015

I currently have the gyre running horizontally on the side a few inches under the water, but I have run it vertically as well. Just seems to depend on your rockwork as to what works better.

gcrawford · May 24, 2015

Try soaking the jebeos in white vinegar overnight. Unless your power supply died, this should fix them.

gcrawford · May 24, 2015

24 hours is better, be sure to remove the rubber disk from the pump. Mine have to be soaked about once every other month, then they run and look like new.

Lowell Lemon · May 24, 2015

I have always liked the Tunze products since I am old school and that is what we had during the day. I loved the wave timers and associated pumps. They were all part of the best aquarium I ever owned over 30 year ago.

tjsmk8 · May 24, 2015

Thanks everyone for the suggestions (and keep them coming!). I'll give the vinegar soak a shot, but the pumps were cleaned two weeks ago. Even if I bring them back to life, I think it's time for replacement. The gyre is tempting if I can just make the placement work.