Tank is a little dusty/sludgy, what can I do for replacement?

[kingkapoor]

I have a uv sterilizer which doesnt seem to be doing much,

Was thinking of getting an HOB protein skimmer, called my two local shops one is selling this
https://www.marinedepot.com/CPR_Bak...dN_dSjm_Kzsg10L9BhDDAe1SLDHEJCqQaAvKgEALw_wcB

The other is selling this
https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/h...1X-bJZjKG1Sp8LVXNxv6lmqJaw_YzguoaApiNEALw_wcB

Not sure what to buy, Im a protein skimmer noob

 

[James M]

What mechanical filtration are you running ?

 

[kingkapoor]

What mechanical filtration are you running ?

Right now just have the Fluval 306, Just did a light cleaning 2-3 days ago.

 

[dantimdad]

I really like eshopps stuff. Although I have used a bakpak and it worked.

Have you thought about buying used?

 

[kingkapoor]

I really like eshopps stuff. Although I have used a bakpak and it worked.

Have you thought about buying used?

Meh, cost wise I dont mind, its not a big hole in my budget, but I do want water clarity. Will this take care of the dust and the oily surfacE?

 

[James M]

Right now just have the Fluval 306, Just did a light cleaning 2-3 days ago.

But what mechanical filtration are you using
Filter floss ?

 

[kingkapoor]

But what mechanical filtration are you using
Filter floss ?

Carbon, fluval filter floss,

 

[dantimdad]

the surface oils, no. You would need a surface skimmer for that.

There are all sorts of DIY ones and probably some you can buy. Just never looked into them.