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Unread 04/04/2017, 10:35 PM   #1
hotdogoramer
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Red sea reefer 425 xl

Someone traded me a brand new red sea reefer in a box for a kessil, but here's the catch it only comes with the bulkhead and overflow box. There is no stand or plumbing. I called red sea and they want $300 for the plumbing (8 pieces). I don't think that is worth it seeing as I paid about 300 (kessil a350w = $300) for the tank itself. Is there anyway to plumb this tank using standard pvc or something along those lines?


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Unread 04/04/2017, 10:42 PM   #2
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2 threads same person. You came up on a good deal(IMO). Is there anything else wrong with the tank, besides missing hardwares? Check EBAY might have the plumbing


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Unread 04/05/2017, 02:14 AM   #3
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Yeah my mistake. I tried to edit it. I got an amazing deal. The tank is still sealed in the box. So I haven't even checked. But the previous owner says it has no plumbing or stand. I called red sea and they said the tank is pre-fitted with all bulkheads. I looked everywhere for plumbing but I can't find it. I'm excited to use the tank but I can't. I'm gonna have to diy the plumbing unless I can find it used


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Unread 04/05/2017, 02:39 AM   #4
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Why not just buy new plumbing from a big box store or buy some from an aquarium store online? Is there really that big a difference?


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Unread 04/05/2017, 04:59 AM   #5
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That's what I'm asking. Should I scrap the bulkheads and go and buy all of my own plumbing even though the tank is drilled according to metric units. I havent unpacked the tank yet because i dont have anywhere to put it yet. Easier to move fron the garage when it's safely packed in the box.


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Unread 04/05/2017, 07:07 AM   #6
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I would just stump the $300 up. You will have the proper fittings and all in all you have still got a full set up for a bargain price.

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Unread 04/05/2017, 01:54 PM   #7
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I would check the bulkheads and see what size they are. I wouldn't pony up for the Red Sea plumbing until I exhausted whether or not I could get the stuff locally. Next to landscape I would say I fuss and rearrange the plumbing the most on my systems. Adding devices or pumps, not liking how it looks, efficiency or trying to eek out more flow and about 20 other reasons. If you can get the plumbing locally it will dave you cash and give you a ton more options


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Unread 04/05/2017, 08:32 PM   #8
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The damn bulkhead have teeth all around the inside. I might have to pull those out and attempt to got my own in the narrow spaces between the holes


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Unread 04/05/2017, 09:45 PM   #9
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If I remember correctly the bulkheads are silicone like the tank & the pipes are twist on with o rings. The 3 are slip on with o rings & twist nut. Be careful removing, might crack


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Unread 04/06/2017, 12:19 AM   #10
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If I remember correctly the bulkheads are silicone like the tank & the pipes are twist on with o rings. The 3 are slip on with o rings & twist nut. Be careful removing, might crack

Can I just get a standard overflow kit and pressure fit it?


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Unread 02/24/2019, 01:23 AM   #11
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Hey hotdog,
The bulkheads are not changeable, like Jun said they are factory sealed on. But if you want to go through the chance of leaking or breaking the tank it’s up to you. There is a few sites that sell factory parts other then Red Sea themselfs if you want to check them out. If you need the sump, stand or a few parts you can go to www.fishtanksdirect.com
If you need different parts to the stand, tank or plumbing you can go to www.aquariumpart.com
Hope you find what you need!


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