pumps

[c2c7390]

im looking for a pump that will do around 1500 gallons...and found quiet one, aquamax, and laguna

which ones are the best for the cost...
basically i need it to run my oase aquaskim skimmer

 

[D&RW]

If you can afford it, folks say the OASE products are among the best. I've had experience with EasyPro, running them for about a year. The ones I have pump at about 90-95% rated capacity.

Now's a good time to buy. You probably already know these websites, but just in case you don't check out WebbsOnline, Pondliner, AZPonds, Justliners, Aquaart, Everliner, fancykoioutlet, drfoster&smith, aquaticponds, pondscapedesigns, watergarden.org.

 

[c2c7390]

hmm thats what i heard too...im looking at the quiet max because they can be run dry...what is your opinion on these...if i do go this route im most likely going to get the quiet one 5000 or 6000...im trying to get what is not needed in my pond out so if i can get the pump out i will

 

[c2c7390]

oops i meant the quiet ones*ran out of edit time*

and arent the easy pros waterfall pumps...i need something that will go in-line with my skimmer and filter

 

[D&RW]

I probably shouldn't pitch in and comment because I'm really a newbie. The EasyPro pumps I have are the mag-drives and can be used submersible or externally. They are very quiet in my configuration, which is in my skimmer plus "T" plumbed to a bottom drain (I have a valve to adjust water intake between bottom and skimmer). These pumps are pretty low in energy usage which I liked when I did the research.

Sounds like what you want is an above ground, in-line pump and I have no experience there and only minimal reading. Also, I have no experience with the brand you mention. Anybody else comment?

 

[pondlady]

All of my pumps are Laguna pumps. They are quiet they come a number of sizes and they are fixable. Parts are easy to come by. Mine have been trouble free for years. The only part that I have had to replace is the impeller after 6 years of running. I am a DIY person so this is a good thing for me.

 

[D&RW]

c2c7390--you'd be in good hands w/the Pond Lady. Check out her website. VERY knowledgeable, many articles, much information and solid products.

 

[c2c7390]

can the lagunas be ran dry

 

[c2c7390]

i mean inline