pump to pump out brute can

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so I'm looking for a recommendation for a pump yo empty a brute into my tank
 
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Pan world are commonly used. Easier if it's plumbed for it as its an external water pump.
right now I have a external pump on my garage mix tank for my little tank I think it will be easier to put the brute right next to the tank and mix it there I am over carrying jugs to the other end of the house its 75 foot away and upstairs so my pump does not do good enough to pump to the tank
 

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I use a Rio 1700 attached to 3/4" hose and then an inverted u shaped PVC that hangs in the tank. The PVC has a ball Valve to regulate the flow. You may want to put a check valve in the pvc to stop a back siphon when you unplug the pump. Then i use a long Python siphon tube running to the basement. This allows me to clean the sand or any debris if needed. I just mark a line on the sump showing the normal water level. This lets me know how much to drain. I can change 28 gallons in less than 10 minutes without making a mess. Just let me know if you have any questions.
 

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I use a fountain pump from home depot was bout 30-40 bux make sure it has at least 4-5 foot head height
 

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Mag pumps are known for being work horse pumps.
I see used ones in the equipment for sale forum all the time.
People use them for return pumps and after a few years decide to upgrade and sell them.
I have 2. One is a mag 12 and the other is a mag 9.5
 

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Mags are deffinitely workhorses. Unfortunately for them they have been replaced by quieter DC pumps. That's the only reason I found myself with an extra large capacity pump. Upgraded my return and use the mag for utility only now.
 
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Before you get too d$$p into this, consider the possibility of using a dual head Masterflex for a continuous water change.
What is this kind of an auto water change

Never mind I just Googled it my pockets are no where close to that deep
 

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Panworld Pumps +1

Use about 4" of soft tubing for the output.
 
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