On 31 Jul 2005 10:08:39 -0700, "DC" wrote:

The main reason I'm not considering a Veggie filter is that I simply
don't have the room. I'll have to post a link to a couple of pictures
of the pond and related destru... construction.

I have serious questions about whether I'll even have room for the
70Gal Skippy (thanks for that recommendation RH and for BestNest...
good site I hadn't found). This is why I've been leaning towards
something along the Aqua Ultima II 1000 or 2000 (a little pricey but a
great formfactor) or the Cal Pump Torpedo Plus 2000 (probably more
maintenance, but need to get some user feedback.)

The other factor that I haven't mentioned previously is time. I've got
about 2 weeks. (Part of a larger, interdependent plan.)

Do you have a 2' X 4' area, and be able to dig down 2-3 feet, rims need to
be a tad higher that the highest level of the pond? Do the words "bulkhead
fittings" scare you? If you get all the parts together the filter can be
made in a few hours. Connecting it up, which you have to do with any
filtration system, probably more time. Silicone everything and 24-48 hours
cure time. 2 weeks? Plenty of time if you get all the parts order before
hand. ~ jan


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