johnnybv February 25, 2006 Share February 25, 2006 We are in the process of becoming the only Authorized Deltec Dealer in the Northern Virginia area. If you have ever thought of buying Deltec products, do your research www.deltecusa.us and visit Byron at the meeting for more information. Thanks John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mutley29 February 25, 2006 Share February 25, 2006 darn you Johnny Couldn't you have pm'd a few people, my wife isn't going to let me anywhere near BRK now you've advertised you'll be stocking Deltec gear. She knows i'm like a kid in a very big candy store, you tease. Just kidding, i'll probably swing by tomorrow Have a good one Anton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martin February 25, 2006 Share February 25, 2006 Ohhh Deltec you say, that is nice stuff. Look out Marine Scene on the high end customer base. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedalpower February 26, 2006 Share February 26, 2006 Nice move! I have been using Deltec for awhile and have been very happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS February 26, 2006 Share February 26, 2006 Now this is very cool! A local Deltec dealer............and for any of you thinking of a Deltec give me a shout I'd be more than happy to extoll the virtues of this brand. You've heard "you get what you pay for".......few times does it ring more true than with this brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kimo February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 Do they make a good external skimmer? Now this is very cool! A local Deltec dealer............and for any of you thinking of a Deltec give me a shout I'd be more than happy to extoll the virtues of this brand. You've heard "you get what you pay for".......few times does it ring more true than with this brand. 54322[/snapback] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnybv February 27, 2006 Author Share February 27, 2006 Do they make a good external skimmer? 54352[/snapback] YES, they have gravity fed external/sump skimmers as well as a turbo line designed for in sump use only. Very Nice equipment!. Check them out at www.deltecusa.us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 Do they make a good external skimmer? They can be run internal or external - matters little to the skimmer. Are they good? Arguably the best skimmer on the market (only Bubble King can really top them). Simple question - I've heard lots of folks switch from XYZ brand to Deltec.....ever hear of anyone switching from Deltec? (of those who do they move to Bubble King) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mikesroth February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 Erik... any chance you can convince my wife that I need one??? LOL Unfortunately, she knows how much they are... :bigcry: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 she knows how much they are... Oooohhh man, how did you let that happen? Not sure there anything that can be done once they know how much stuff costs. Maybe try swapping skimmers often while mumbling "if I only had a Deltec"... Or Is there anything she really wants to see in the tank? Something that you could give a reply like I'd really like to get one but we'd need a better skimmer, like a Deltec :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mikesroth February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 LOL... It is our Friend's fault. He bought one by justifying that he just sold a Motorcyle and it was his money to spend. Which of course, didn't work well with the wife. I tried to help by stating what a great price he got.... Why does that work for them when they want to justify a purchase but not for us. Looks, like I need some help in getting her to like the SPS. She is a Zoas and Ricordia girl, so it is kind of hard to saw we need one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 like I need some help in getting her to like the SPS Can't help ya there - SWMBO doesn't much care for "sticks" either, she likes stuff that "moves"........though she does like clams so that helps....a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mikesroth February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 OH wait... she does like clams... I think they need a high end skimmer don't they???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kimo February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 It's practically REQUIRED. OH wait... she does like clams... I think they need a high end skimmer don't they???? 54380[/snapback] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 Actually clams being filter feeders don't like 100% nutrient free water but hey............you didn't hear me say that And while some nutrients are okay.....low nutrients work best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeltwayBandit February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 ooohh.. cool. Anyone have experience with the Turbo 1260 model? Looks interesting. It has a carbon/rowaphos chamber internal to the unit. Hmm.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kimo February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 Actually clams being filter feeders don't like 100% nutrient free waterbut hey............you didn't hear me say that And while some nutrients are okay.....low nutrients work best 54385[/snapback] SSSSSHHHHHH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 I assume you mean 1060 :D I've been over this with Doug a couple of times (just for my own enlightenment). From a performance standpoint the Turbos & AP series are the same (they match the tank ratings). Turbos are designed to be drop in & play - no plumbing required. AP series require some form of feed - either from the drain or pump. They use the Aquabees in the Turbo line for space savings - for a more compact package. Also - there is absolutely no reason to "upsize" Deltecs, they will preform to the given specs. Here's a link to a new 1050 (all same = same), every single thread I've seen on Turbos are the same performance as AP series: Turbo 1050 Thread Not sure I'd use Rowa in the chamber - might be too much flow????? SSSSSHHHHHH! Like I said, skimming is crucial to keeping clams - it is almost mandatory that you'll need to upgrade the skimmer, to do less would be cruel to the animals in your care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flowerseller February 27, 2006 Share February 27, 2006 Actually, if you feed flake foods or add frozen foods that has thawed well in a cup of tank water you can have great success keeping clams. Clams are also great at helping lower down nitrates, much better than say mangroves are often suggested to do. I do however have about 20 mangroves but they are mostly because I'm a florist and and into plants. I think their awesome once they're rooted and sprouted properly in saltwater. I use an external "downdraft" skimmer and it's as efficient as any of them out there, but it takes a high volume pressure pump to produce skimmate. I too have been impressed with deltec but my wallet says no, however you do get what you overpay for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS February 28, 2006 Share February 28, 2006 ssssshhhhhhhhhhh we're trying to help with excuses, not shoot holes in them but since we should all aspire to Chip's level of clam keeping I'd take that as gospel. I too have been impressed with deltec but my wallet says no, however you do get what you overpay for. Kinda like Tunze some would say Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedalpower February 28, 2006 Share February 28, 2006 I use a Turbo1250. And it's works very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAGA February 28, 2006 Share February 28, 2006 I use a Turbo1250. And it's works very well. 54463[/snapback] I have been using Deltec equipment for a while now and am very familiar with the brand. Nicely engineered stuff with an excellent backing by dealers and the U.S. Distributor Doug Thompson. I have a couple of large Deltec pieces on my tank and they perform flawlessly. They do border on what I will pay as a maxium for what they do. Nice thing is is that if you ever change or move out of the hobby it is stuff that won't be put in the trash because you can't sell it. Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ranger_kill March 6, 2006 Share March 6, 2006 My excuse for my Deltec MC500. http://photobucket.com/albums/e197/Ranger_kil/ Not alot of corals but this beautiful RiT is my most favorite thing in the world. 3rd clone off of the guy that got me started. Thanks Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowardofNOVA March 6, 2006 Share March 6, 2006 Folks, Stopped out at BRK this weekend to p/u coral plugs, mysis shrimp, cyclopeeze and toys for Chip and Edward. Places looks great, great savings on fish, food, huge selection on plumbing fixtures of all kinds including GATE VALVES! Got to see Johnny's new display tank! Awesome setup! Excellent prices!!! Howard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnybv March 11, 2006 Author Share March 11, 2006 Folks,Stopped out at BRK this weekend to p/u coral plugs, mysis shrimp, cyclopeeze and toys for Chip and Edward. Places looks great, great savings on fish, food, huge selection on plumbing fixtures of all kinds including GATE VALVES! Got to see Johnny's new display tank! Awesome setup! Excellent prices!!! Howard 55198[/snapback] Last chance reminder!!! I will be placing the Deltec order Monday, any last requests? John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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