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hydro phoenix 
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Posted: February 08 2012 at 7:06am |
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so I've been thinking about pumps lately.. and the return pump in the back of my biocube pushes very little water out. Does that mean it needs cleaning or the 6yr old pump needs to be replaced? If it does, can I replace it with any ol pump that will fit with the tube or do I need a special one, cause it looks like a regular pump. If I do that means i can have one less thing in my display! And more room for the fish!
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Posted: February 08 2012 at 7:42am |
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Maxijet 900 will work nicely. That's what most of the biocube guys upgrade to anyways
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Posted: February 08 2012 at 10:32am |
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and that is exactly what I have!, the newer model that just came out a few months ago. Is that still ok?
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Posted: February 08 2012 at 10:52am |
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When in doubt, take it out, clean it well, try again.
Or, feel free to throw in any other pump.
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Posted: February 09 2012 at 6:21am |
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how long do pumps last anyways?
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Posted: February 09 2012 at 12:14pm |
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They should last anywhere from 3-10+ years depending on type and use.
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Posted: February 09 2012 at 6:18pm |
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As a past owner of 2 29 Biocubes, go for the better flow from the MJ's!
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Posted: February 09 2012 at 9:09pm |
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I'm going to clean the old pump and see what I get, but I'm inclined to swap it out anyways. Is there anything I should especially pay attention to when I take the pump apart?
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