Python Aquarium Maintenance System Replacement Faucet Pump

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11-15-2020 at 07:30 PM #3

tu for aquarium deals. this will be good to have on hand as a backup, thanks op

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11-15-2020 at 07:55 PM #4

Not the python replacement I was hoping for

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11-15-2020 at 08:06 PM #5

Nice find!

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11-15-2020 at 08:06 PM #6

If you're constantly screwing/unscrewing from the plastic parts, you're doing it wrong. Buy some metal (brass) quick connects, like these:
https://www.amazon.com/ShowNew-Ga...07R5BKTMT/

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11-15-2020 at 08:14 PM #7

Got 3. This is handy to have around, because it's basically a $3 suction water pump with a decent lift. I used it to drain out the bilge in my boat. You can connect a regular hose to it then use the water flow to drain water from somewhere else.

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11-15-2020 at 08:27 PM #8

Quote from cloudyview :

If you're constantly screwing/unscrewing from the plastic parts, you're doing it wrong. Buy some metal (brass) quick connects, like these:
https://www.amazon.com/ShowNew-Ga...07R5BKTMT/

Some folks are skeptical of using brass when it comes to their reef aquariums. Coral can be sensitive, but for any other use you're right.

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11-15-2020 at 08:38 PM #9

This thing wastes a lot of water. It requires two hoses and a facet. The water needs to be running to supply the suction. Just FYI.

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11-15-2020 at 08:40 PM #10

Quote from DapperJman :

Some folks are skeptical of using brass when it comes to their reef aquariums. Coral can be sensitive, but for any other use you're right.

You can still use it to drain water from a reef, but not refill, so the brass is moot.
You shouldn't be using tap water for reefs in the first place. Mix RO with reef salt separately before adding into the tank

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11-15-2020 at 08:40 PM #11

Quote from DapperJman :

Some folks are skeptical of using brass when it comes to their reef aquariums. Coral can be sensitive, but for any other use you're right.

I found this solution at our state fair. I'm sure it can be had cheaper as I don't believe I spent this much even with 3 hose sprayers included...but hopefully it helps someone make that quick connect dream a reality like I did

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005HJ5...SFb0V5HJ49

Edit: here we go. 20 bucks cheaper on eBay https://www.ebay.com/itm/Siroflex...890.l49292

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11-15-2020 at 08:45 PM #12

Python system was the best investment I made for my aquarium. Absolute gamechanger for water changes.

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11-15-2020 at 08:48 PM #13

Quote from Mikewastaken :

Python system was the best investment I made for my aquarium. Absolute gamechanger for water changes.

You aren't kidding. Makes things a million times easier.

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11-15-2020 at 09:04 PM #14

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This thing wastes a lot of water. It requires two hoses and a facet. The water needs to be running to supply the suction. Just FYI.

Yeah, it does. After using mine for a while, I figured that since I'm draining to the basement level (1 floor down, but still like 40' run), I can have gravity keep the suction going. it works MOST of the time, but sometimes I need to jump start it. I'm sure MANY gallons are saved. But , I know the main point of this is so you can fill up in rooms that are mostly closer (bath, kitchen)

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