question about gyre xf 150

ExpensiveHobby · May 4, 2016

Which is the better buy

jan 2015 purchased - $200 - had the power cord replaced, includes the rugged props, and the silent mount and upgraded grate.

April 2016 - $235 - BNIB.

The guy with the new one seems to think that all the new versions come standard with the rugged prop and silent mount. Is that true?

ReeferMaddness843 · May 4, 2016

Unsure of the rugged prop, but yes the silent mount is in the new setup. I purchased one about 3 months ago and am very happy with my purchase. What size tank are you looking to add into? I have mine in a 110, 4' tank and would say I wish I had bought 2. Not for flow reasons as this thing is a beast and puts out some flow, but more so to add a little more variety to flow patterns.

ReeferMaddness843 · May 4, 2016

Even if I ramp it up to 80%, can still hear the jebao wp10 over it. It sits in my living room directly next to couch and is not a noise issue by any means.

ExpensiveHobby · May 4, 2016

hmmm my tank is fish only, Im just looking to keep the detritus suspended and off my bare bottom. Tank is 4'x3'x16"

ExpensiveHobby · May 4, 2016

i just called coralvue, couldnt reach anyone is support. Sales rep said the newer versions definitely include the silent mount but she didnt know about the rugged props

Cory · May 7, 2016

Rugged props are not included in xf150, they are included in xf130. In bb, get the rugged props. They are so cheap and break from little sand peices and snails.

reefmania59 · May 7, 2016

Cory said:
Rugged props are not included in xf150, they are included in xf130. In bb, get the rugged props. They are so cheap and break from little sand peices and snails.

I am sorry, but this is not true. I bought both the 130 and 150, 3 weeks ago. Both have the new heavy duty props. In addition, each comes with with the sound dampening pads and a foam shroud for the impellers.

I also have the older version xf150 and was able to buy a set (A +B) of new props and cages for $12 Cdn. The foam covers were available for $5.

So the xf150 is shipping with all the updated hardware.

Cory · May 7, 2016

reefmania59 said:
I am sorry, but this is not true. I bought both the 130 and 150, 3 weeks ago. Both have the new heavy duty props. In addition, each comes with with the sound dampening pads and a foam shroud for the impellers.

I also have the older version xf150 and was able to buy a set (A +B) of new props and cages for $12 Cdn. The foam covers were available for $5.

So the xf150 is shipping with all the updated hardware.

I guess they changed their mind. I seen this thread. Thats good news:

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/archive/index.php/t-2545532.html

Cory · May 7, 2016

Oh where did you buy yours for 12 cad?

reefmania59 · May 7, 2016

Cory said:
I guess they changed their mind. I seen this thread. Thats good news:

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/archive/index.php/t-2545532.html

I believe it was in late January that they started to ship with the new blades. I had bought my first one a year or so ago and went through 2 sets of blades. I love yhe new blades. Now those little snails get chopped up or thrown out. Not sure which. [emoji3]

reefmania59 · May 7, 2016

Cory said:
Oh where did you buy yours for 12 cad?

I got them at my local LFS here in Ottawa. He had half a dozen sets. Makes me think they got them from the supplier at a good price. You might want to check with your local LFS'. They may be able to get them, if needed.

Cory · May 7, 2016

reefmania59 said:
I got them at my local LFS here in Ottawa. He had half a dozen sets. Makes me think they got them from the supplier at a good price. You might want to check with your local LFS'. They may be able to get them, if needed.

Nice! I seen them online. They seem more than 12cad. Now more like 25$ usd? I cant wait to get mine, probably get it in Edmonton.