It was a major added expense yet the real damage was delaying the build, and causing a second cycle...
how high will it be? it is a tall skimmer and taking the oversized skimmer cup standing on a ladder might not be as easy as you want.
I would definitely have a bucket to drain skimmate before taking the cup out for cleaning as well.
one other factor to consider is some sound isolation as its not what I would call a quiet skimmer. gravity should have no effect as the gate valve will set the water level inside the skimmer anyway.
Tank is looking great !
I was planning to skim a little wet and run the drain line from the cup directly into the house drain. That plus having the neck cleaner running I am hoping will mean I won't have to remove the cup for cleaning quite as often. Thanks for the heads up on the noise level. I can insulate the closet walls if it becomes and issue. Appreciate your help!!!