What should i use to controlle the drip rate of cal rex

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I drip my top off water through a quarter inch line and a dial type valve from an air pump like the one in the link posted above.
 

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I use a John Guest and it is a ***** to adjust. Once it is set and running then you don't have to worry, but getting it there.....
 
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I just got the john guest needle valve hope it does the trick.
 

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You can do it with the JG valve, but that is really more of an on/off type valve. Usable for gross adjustments at best, but not really made for precise flow control. The ones I posted are a nice balance between price and accuracy.

AND if you want to get REALLY organized, here is a link to a DIY reactor needle valve return manifold I just posted on my local club website:

http://www.atlantareefclub.org/forums/showthread.php?t=33065
 
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