pump to pump out brute can

Joe parrish · May 14, 2016

so I'm looking for a recommendation for a pump yo empty a brute into my tank

Freakyyfort · May 14, 2016

Pan world are commonly used. Easier if it's plumbed for it as its an external water pump.

Joe parrish · May 14, 2016

Freakyyfort said:
Pan world are commonly used. Easier if it's plumbed for it as its an external water pump.

right now I have a external pump on my garage mix tank for my little tank I think it will be easier to put the brute right next to the tank and mix it there I am over carrying jugs to the other end of the house its 75 foot away and upstairs so my pump does not do good enough to pump to the tank

Freakyyfort · May 14, 2016

If you don't care how it looks sitting next to the tank then do it. Or build a cabinet to hide it.

Joe parrish · May 14, 2016

Freakyyfort said:
If you don't care how it looks sitting next to the tank then do it. Or build a cabinet to hide it.

would only be next to the tank when I change the water

Freakyyfort · May 14, 2016

Get the wheels for the brute

reef_junkie · May 14, 2016

Same method I use. Mag18 for pump and I slapped an over the tank pvc delivery spout.

reef_junkie · May 14, 2016

chris31759 · May 14, 2016

I use a Rio 1700 attached to 3/4" hose and then an inverted u shaped PVC that hangs in the tank. The PVC has a ball Valve to regulate the flow. You may want to put a check valve in the pvc to stop a back siphon when you unplug the pump. Then i use a long Python siphon tube running to the basement. This allows me to clean the sand or any debris if needed. I just mark a line on the sump showing the normal water level. This lets me know how much to drain. I can change 28 gallons in less than 10 minutes without making a mess. Just let me know if you have any questions.

Psiber_Syn · May 14, 2016

I use a fountain pump from home depot was bout 30-40 bux make sure it has at least 4-5 foot head height

mfinn · May 14, 2016

Mag pumps are known for being work horse pumps.
I see used ones in the equipment for sale forum all the time.
People use them for return pumps and after a few years decide to upgrade and sell them.
I have 2. One is a mag 12 and the other is a mag 9.5

reef_junkie · May 14, 2016

Mags are deffinitely workhorses. Unfortunately for them they have been replaced by quieter DC pumps. That's the only reason I found myself with an extra large capacity pump. Upgraded my return and use the mag for utility only now.