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02/20/2016, 10:51 AM | #26 |
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I as well have had many skimmers. I agree with a lot of people that NW skimmers are much easier with maintenance, power consumption and small footprint. But there are pro's and con's with each skimmer and when it comes down to it, it's just a matter of what you like. I have had my MTC skimmer for awhile and I can say it's the best skimmer i've owned it does suck to clean as compared to other skimmers but performance has been so much better.
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02/20/2016, 03:00 PM | #27 |
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It's important to also consider that if one is with the majority, and running a tank of 50 gallons or less, the in sump needle wheel skimmers are likely a better (and consequently more common) choice. All my smaller tanks have used one and they work just fine. When you are in the minority, and go really big, then a whole range of bigger skimmers get added to the list of possible choices.
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02/23/2016, 02:06 PM | #28 | |
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Anyways, . . . My post was simply making the point that new skimmers and old skimmers clean reefs equally well, and there is no evidence to the contrary, and both have pros and cons. Nothing you said changes that fact so I'm not sure what your point was other than trying to put down my "blue" reef. Not sure what you mean by "blue" though, and I'm pretty into things that move, calcify, and look like corals I've seen on dives in the Fiji's and Australia as well . . .
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02/23/2016, 02:34 PM | #29 | |
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If you've got a properly functioning NW skimmer, it's skimming noticeably better than the "old fashioned" skimmers even with all those "technological advances". Someone else early one stated that there has been "many advances to skimmer technology", but when I asked what those advances were (besides size and power consumption) he went silent. Because there is none. Personally, I've had better luck with my venturi skimmer than I've ever had with NW, but I know there are plenty of people getting on just fine with their NW. Whatever. I just know there are plenty of people I've turned on to LR skimmers in perticular and they all love them... even if it pulls a tad more (electrical) juice. If you are happy with your NW than by all means stick with it. If it ain't broke...
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02/26/2016, 10:56 AM | #31 |
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Jeff @ MTC
II received a call from Jeff yesterday and he told me that he recently had heart surgery. That's more than likely the reason you haven't heard from him. He is working limited hours at this time.
The best way to reach Jeff is by phone, and even then you might have a hard time reaching him. |
07/20/2016, 11:00 AM | #32 |
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Has anyone had any contact with MTC recently? I've been trying to reach them for 3 weeks now by phone to no avail. I read earlier in the thread that one of the Owners was having some health issues. I hope that all is well.
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07/20/2016, 11:04 AM | #33 | |
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07/20/2016, 11:05 AM | #34 |
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It took me a few emails and calls letting it ring quite some time and got a hold of him. Took several weeks to get and in the end was well worth it. I've been reviewing mine in the MTC skimmer club thread
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...2519839&page=8
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07/20/2016, 12:31 PM | #35 |
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Thanks Jason. I'll keep trying.
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07/21/2016, 08:03 AM | #36 |
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Yes, they're still active. Ordered an HSA-3000 and 1000 from them a couple of weeks ago but haven't heard much since.
Another good contact idea is to fax them. Old school, but it works. I did that and Jeff called back an hour later. |
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I noticed your from Sw CT. I am also. |
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07/22/2016, 11:37 AM | #38 |
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I spoke with Jeff from MTC today. He is still around. Said he has been busy with Dr.'s appointments and taking care of a sick relative. Anyone looking to get in touch with him should send him an email with a return phone number and he will call back.
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09/18/2018, 08:20 AM | #39 |
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Phone number now disconnected - hope Jeff is OK.
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09/18/2018, 01:08 PM | #40 |
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Me too. I am a proud owner of one of his skimmers.
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09/23/2018, 08:47 AM | #41 |
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I know his brother had some health issues a little over a year ago. I hope everything is ok.
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09/24/2018, 09:12 AM | #42 |
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I hope he's ok too. Not only have I just referred someone his way but he is one hell of a nice guy!
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09/27/2018, 01:32 PM | #43 | |
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09/27/2018, 04:02 PM | #44 |
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Yeah, this was not to long before I bought my MVX. Jeff was non-existent for a bit during that time but at least his phone number was working AFAIK. He let me know he was backed up due to that.
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