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  1. Thu, 4th Feb 2010, 05:02 PM #3
    RayAllen
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    I agree that a mag 5 is not strong enough. You have to think about the distance the water must travel to get to the top tank. You will only have 250gph at 5' high.

    Check out the specs on the pumps and it will give you a idea
    http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_ViewIt...5%20(500%20gph)

    Id use a mag 12 minimum if its meant to run both tanks.
    Last edited by RayAllen; Thu, 4th Feb 2010 at 05:04 PM.
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