HOW TO: $10 DIY aquarium overflow - UPGRADED and MODIFIED TUTORIAL

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How to build a DIY PVC aquarium overflow, modified and upgraded.
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Original video ► goo.gl/4EU9ZX
How it all works ► goo.gl/L1Fg7M
Have an issue? cant get it to work? HERE IS THE FIX: I have been answering questions on this project for years now.. and no longer will. Its the same answer again and again... the #1 answer that solves 99% of all issues is this: PAY ATTENTION TO THE VIDEO. 99% simply do not follow the instructions or build it the same way, yet expect it to still work. The other 1% have an air leak somewhere. Find it. Seal it. Sorry, but i simply do not have the time to keep answering the same questions, when they all result with this same solution. IF YOU MUST get help, POST A PHOTO to my fan page so i can at least SEE what the problem is. I will not be able to help otherwise. / uarujoey
Original video ► goo.gl/4EU9ZX
How it all works ► goo.gl/L1Fg7M
The modified and upgraded version ► goo.gl/ZGRtXj

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@superaquatics Год назад

Hi Joey, these were the type of videos that originally got me following you. Please start making more of these types of DIY videos again as that's what made you king of DIY.

@khenryhector 8 лет назад

This video was awesome and the timing is great too seeing as I'm planning on redoing my overflow and sump. I now have a new design that looks really amazing, I cant wait to try it out.

@BradleyCooksa 6 лет назад

Love your work and vids. They have become crucial to my next big sump build for 2x2ft and 2x4ft tanks. All plumbed together. If I may add. The only addition I have looked to make, at the top of the overflow, where you drill in the air pipe, drill the other end into the inlet. Creating a venturi, so the airlift pump isn't required

@prabhjotsidhu 8 лет назад

Nicely done... I'm going to try this out on my 55gal this weekend... I was thinking of drilling my tank but this is definitely look much nice... Lots of positives with only the priming seems like an issue but I got muscle sitting on my shoulder waiting to be used! :) THE KING OF DIY - Advice was appreciated... Keep up the solid work, I would buy your book if i had the extra $$$...

@rs8034a 5 лет назад

Just like to say thank you for this video King of DIY! Just finished the upgrade for my 120 gallon oscar tank- The return pump is 700 gph and after some tweaks is handling the flow no problem - saved me from drilling the tank - Thanks again! Keep 'em coming!

@luminoustrail7640 8 лет назад

I was planning this days in making an overflow, thanks! People like me appreciate your work, Joey!

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+Francisco Traverzo Thanks!

@glendasanders6706 3 года назад

@@thekingofdiy non. M.!MP mo

@comedianmattrossey 8 лет назад

Thanks Joey, I've been wanting to increase my flow rate. I did have the fish getting sucked down problem, but it was a simple fix, I just capped just below the water line, well it was more of a ring that slipped over the top, but it did the job pefectly. This idea is much better for the overflow. Thanks again!!!!!!!

@robertl6711 8 лет назад

Have you say your videos have gotten a lot better over the years. Just watched on from 2011 i think it was. Keep up the good work man.

@AbdullahMinor 8 лет назад

thank you so much keep your hard work you're the best

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+Abdullah Minor (Alshikhi) Thank you. glad you enjoyed it.

@keithcolley3837 8 лет назад

I think it's a great idea! Thanks. I have watched your channel since you made the original.

@buki671 8 лет назад

Thank you. Your videos have been really helpful as I prepare a 100 gallon aquarium. Hello from Guam.

@princeofdiy7485 6 лет назад

Hey bro. I just want to say thanx. I made your first overflow and had hardly any flow at all and just upgraded it with this. I just drilled my holes instead of slotting it and it works exactly as you said. Thanx again!!!!!

@tiamat9360 6 лет назад

Prince Of DIY Ad12)0

@StevePolandAquatics 8 лет назад

The more videos I make, the more respect I have for you and the work that you've put into this channel.

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+Steve Poland Cichlids Thanks Steve. Im planning on doing a behind the scenes video eventually. Perhaps you'll find some tricks in it. :)

@DavesGuitars777 2 года назад

Absolutely perfect! best improvement ever on my 55 African Cichlid tank. I used 3/4" inside 2" and a 18 gallon sump, thanks for all your videos! I just started back in the hobby this April after a 35 year time off.

@timtrethan2557 8 лет назад

hey Joey!!! love your work mate!!! have watched almost all your vids and have learnt so much from them... keep them rolling!!

@LowTechTank 8 лет назад

great update joey! very smart solution with the air suction pump.

@roaddoglife489 5 лет назад

An awesome design...My 75 gallon main & 20 gallon sump build prototype works great. Can't wait to get it all finished. Love the weir. Can't say enough about it. - Road Dog 1

@notorious-00j99 5 лет назад

I just made one of these thanks Joey ! Had it flowing at 225gph approx when I tested it. Will post a pic when I have it in the tank!

@BrianStalter 8 лет назад

Very cool. Love the new look - much more pleasing!

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+Brian Stalter I agree!

@tabxtra7057 8 лет назад

Great video... But i was wondering if instead of using an airpumpe, hooking up an Diffusor from the return line would work to. and be completely automatic?

@chuckingflem 5 лет назад

Dude! I built this and added a check valve for the aqualifter. It works great! Thanks for making this video!

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

Hey folks, i'm also on Facebook. I post pictures, more videos and updates there: facebook.com/UaruJoey

@zzzyawn2629 8 лет назад

Instead of using an aqua lifter, you can use a power head with an air intake. This will double up for flow through the tank as well as ensuring the overflow is primed in the event of a power outage. Have used this method on many overflows in the past and it works well.

@PentButler 5 лет назад

Show me how

@mustafaalnassah9704 4 года назад

can you pls show us how to do it ?

@jamiem5364 4 года назад

Now thats a fantastic idea!

@cmcmillan22 4 года назад

pretty simple, you get a power head that has an air connection on it, take the air hose and plug it into the top of the overflow. the power head clicks on after the power outage and syphons the water out of the overflow. works well.

@AnxiousCowboy 4 года назад

Cody McMillan how does the power head work if the power is out

@Lllukee 8 лет назад

Great update u addressed all my doubts with the mk1 👍

@rreisdorf6270 8 лет назад

What a simple but great design. I have been looking for a way to build something without drilling the tank, but limits the amount of water that back. This will work perfectly.

@beej1254 8 лет назад

Still having great success with the original version of this overflow. I don't really mind the 2 pipes and some fish actually use it as shelter during lights out. I've had great flow for months and it's silent. I also put a PVC elbow on the intake then stuck a filter intake screen in that to protect fish from being swallowed. This also make this overflow extremely quiet. Great vid!

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+BJ Nunn Agreed. Its rally just a matter of preference.

@jellmag 8 лет назад

making this overflow this week. But the primer line (testing) will be 7mm line running down to the return pump with a siphon manifold fingers crossed :) keep up the great video's joey. love watching them

@walthodgson5780 8 лет назад

Excellent videos! I am looking into making some of these for use with rain barrels. I quick-fit one together with some 3/4" inch PVC I had around and it works great!! Well, it did once I took another look at the video and saw that I had a the tee put in the wrong way. :)

@ImadeItTillMidnight 4 года назад

You must 100% move the T up higher to stop the overflow from emptying the pipe and losing prime. After a several minute power outage and the pump turns back on, it floods out t the tank the way you have this built. I know cause I built several trying to get it right and the T was the issue to

@steelwill101 4 года назад

Well can u do a short video or a diagram for the slower people like me?

@ImadeItTillMidnight 4 года назад

@@steelwill101 just move the Tee up several inches instead of the very bottom.

@tonyayres6877 4 года назад

Are we talking 2 inches 5“ 10 inches

@GRude420 4 года назад

Mine works fine the way it shows in the video. Instead of a check valve, I ran it to a powerhead air intake that I have. Anytime there is a power failure, when everything turns back on the powerhead clears out the air pocket in the overflow and it take off again. Also, I put a small hole in the return line just below the water surface so if there is ever a back syphon to the sump, it will only drain water back until that little hole is breathing in air. Double redundancy, and best of all --- NO WET CARPET!

@mainlyvandas214 7 лет назад

thank you ..all seems well...only issue was that I had to add check valve to get it started. working well now.

@budgetstove6395 5 лет назад

I have made one myself with your instructions, and it works perfect. Thanks for the idee and keep up the good work 💪👍

@Abdul-qr4bd 3 года назад

I can't prime mine

@twebster1948 8 лет назад

Hi Joey, You talked about having the water level about one inch high on the skimmer... Is it, as I expect, by controling the flow of the siphon? Thank you for the MANY informative videos. Wayne

@randyadalem9381 3 года назад

I made one exactly the same and it works perfectly fine. Thank you for all your help

@goinglt3 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for this idea. I followed your instruction to the letter and it works awesome. Quick question however. How am I able to make the vent pipe quieter?

@notorious-00j99 5 лет назад

Christopher Lore put a cap on it with a small hole in it. Works for me.

@Bakero007 7 лет назад

Thanks for your videos, I like them and they're very useful.

@rcisourmiddlename 8 лет назад

yes finally 2 videos a week. love you man. your videos are the best

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+rcisourmiddlename Thanks pal!

@beej1254 8 лет назад

Just modified the original and added in the weir. Working great so far and just as quiet as the last. I'll have to make the holes bigger I think because the water is dropping really far

@paijocuwakep 7 лет назад

yesss, i will use it for my aquaponic set up. thank you very much :)

@jacobrozansky1535 8 лет назад

Hi, can you please explain why you need to keep the check pump running all of the time? I really like your setup and was getting ready to do the old method but this is way better. You also answered my question I've been having about what paint to use! thanks a lot very useful vid.

@BenCheeksFish 8 лет назад

Great video love the new idea! Really excited for more videos each week! Thanks Joey

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+Ben Cheek Your welcome ben

@mitchellq7986 7 лет назад

I have built one of these already for my 29 gallon tank, I'll have to send you a picture of my new one for my 60 gallon tank =) thanks a lot Joey!

@frankpalumbo7773 7 лет назад

THANK YOU AND NOW I HAVE MY OWN DYI SUMP AND OVER FLOW...

@gd.lal.7735 8 лет назад

Yes more videos every week!!!

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+Zavier G Im pretty excited to start as well. :)

@clownfishslip7144 8 лет назад

2 years ago I built a Weir for my tank just to hide a heater, pump, and chemi pure. today I built this overflow and added a sump and skimmer to my tank finally. it works perfect, Thank you so much

@onlyericdunn 2 года назад

I used a 3" weir'd setup with 1" lines. My hope and logic tells me more surface skimming! 😀 I did add a pvc ball valve and a union before sump input to aid in starting the prime and working on sump in the future. Now I just have to install flooring throughout the house lol! Thanks for the easy diy video Retail cost in USA was approximately $80 for all pvc, valve, unions, fittings... Now I just need to paint 🤣

@abdulazizal-kulaib4352 4 года назад

Hi, great work. I have question, can i use this idea in underground water tank? Because I didn't prepare overflow pipe before 😢

@silencedknight 8 лет назад

Built this style and it works like a CHARM. Thank you so much for getting me into this. I went from a guy not knowing about sizing, PVC pipes, and how this style of filtration to actually knowing something and putting this all together. I even modified it to be more quieter as well so it works (put an drilled end cap on the stand pipe and a slip coupling to reduce the sound.

8 лет назад

+silencedknight Is this setup dead silent?

@silencedknight 8 лет назад

No it isn't but there are videos that show how to combat the noise of this (since its the water falling down the pipe). With the drilled holes you see there there is a solution to this using a stockman standpipe with the proper materials you can make on your own. There are a few videos, you should look into it!

8 лет назад

Yeah I know about stockman standpipe solution but I don't think you can apply it to this overflow weir design.

@silencedknight 8 лет назад

You can, but you have to put an endcap at the top of the pipe. You have to drill the endcap so the intake tube can fit in there. Let me know if you have any questions.

@dannyaquatics Год назад

Works great joey I have added two of these to my 330gal aquarium and great water flow from to returns and one larger sump pump. Thanks again.

@idiotwithpc Год назад

what do you use instead of the toms aqualift?

@kevinf.5957 7 лет назад

This is a very simple overflow to follow, i was just wondering if it is necessary to have the pcv go straight to the bottom of the tank, or perhaps lets say half the length of the tank?

@rodneytracy9291 7 лет назад

Built these for my sump system. They work great!

@KALZONE850 8 лет назад

Great video. Just what I've been looking for to start my sump build

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+KALZONE850 Perfect!

@happy-xv8gn 4 года назад

I have wacted this vid like 40 times so i can build it thank you so much

@dirtdevilsreef5613 8 лет назад

Great video as i'm looking to convert my fresh water tank to an reef tank, but I only have 5 cm space behind my tank &have an overhang lip on inside off tank off 7 cm which over flow boxes won't fit, but have little holes in each corner of tank for pipe work this method will do nicely

@jasonmixell8055 3 года назад

I made an excellent overflow by putting a bulkhead in an old hanging filter. It has it's own suction with weir and you can use the pump to get flow started. Works perfectly and if you lose power siphon automatically breaks so no overfill.

@nicksmith8375 2 года назад

What is this you speak of?

@chaigupta1507 Год назад

This is a cool idea

@kevpool7953 3 года назад

That is F'n amazing and I have a Tom's aqua lifter handy. Just got a smoke'n deal on a 60 gal tank but it's tempered,,,,, you just made my day and earned a sub thanks man.

@adhirpatel4138 Год назад

Working perfectly fine. Great video thanks a ton. Just one question after all the fittings have been done , is there any to remove the pipe(inlet) inside the aquarium for cleaning purpose?

@MauriceMccomie 8 лет назад

Thank you Joey. This is an awesome redo on something that was already a great build.

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+Maurice Aquariums As with any project, it has been done countless times in countless ways. The reason why I revisited it(and even sometimes the reason why i do the video in the first place) is that i have the ability to bring the project to a much larger audience. So while this isn't anything new to some, it will be to many.

@MauriceMccomie 8 лет назад

***** You're right and you improve on each project in ways others can't.

@alhanalami9726 8 лет назад

thank you so much. from your video, i Just made my own diy overflow for my aquarium. its AWESOME!!!!!!!!!

@timflacco 6 лет назад

Thanks for this. I combined your Overflow Weir, with the guy who makes drift wood out of pvc’s Technique. You almost can’t tell it’s a filter.

@het127 3 года назад

Can you post a link to that video? Sounds interesting

@nick92028 2 года назад

@@het127 Google it. It is the first thing that comes up

@4freevid 7 лет назад

Hey Joey, thanks so much for taking the time to put together and share your videos. I've built my overflow following your diy video. I did opt to omit the optional air tube with the pump you mentioned, primarily to keep the cleanest look but also one less thing to buy and contend with. Without it, it is performing just fine with no loss of siphon issues I will say my unit is quite loud with a gurgling noise, is that because I did not use the optional airline? Thanks again for sharing.

@onlyericdunn 2 года назад

You can get a cap for the top(where he shows pouring water in to prime it) drill small holes to let air pass through and DON'T GLUE IT ON.

@zoenielsen9938 Год назад

Mine is very loud as well, gurgling noises, did you ever find a solution to quiet it down?

@davidshi6861 3 года назад

This works very well for my tempered-glass reef tank, thanks Joey. But adding the airline to siphon the top-U is an absolute necessity, otherwise you can lose suction overtime.

@wujumpa 8 лет назад

Making this right now, a little concerned with the sizing for a 40B though, I followed the instructions from the first video and cut the lengths of my pipe to 16", which is the height of the tank, but there's less than 1/2" of clearance from the bottom to the opening. I'm also testing it out with a knockout plug instead of a cap, 3" caps are a little expensive, so we'll see how it goes. Any problem running a pipe in the tank that's a little shorter, at most 2", than the rest of them?

@petedogtired8707 6 лет назад

When you make this, you make 2 for redundancy so can you run a splitter off you aqualifter pump to sustain primes on both overflows? As long as you put a check valve?

@rbosco2112 5 лет назад

I love both of your videos. Now this video is showing that I can get 60% more flow form the new style. I have a 265 gallon tank and was told I would need about 1,200 to 1,500 GPH. So using the numbers from your first video and with the new style I guess would need to use one 1” pipe and one 1.1/4” pipe to get 1,528 or one 1 ½” pipe to get 1,344. If I did my math right. Another question is does the overflow pipe have to go so far down the weir pipe? I want to keep the overflow pipe a couple of inches below the water line just in case something happens and I don’t drain my whole tank out.

@robertl6711 8 лет назад

This is a good idea I might try this because I want to add a micron sock to my tank.

@vbsurfer2000 6 лет назад

First thing, this system works great. One problem that you didn't cover with this Overflow is what happens during a power outage. Yes your water will stop on the siphon side but if your return line is still below that point, it will continue on the return side. The way i fixed this problem was to drill a small hole on the return line at the same level as the siphon side. If you dont then your sump with overflow on to the floor. Might want to cover that side of this project as well if you haven't already. BTW great channel Thanks.

@alabdelsalam6027 4 года назад

Excellent Work mate, I am about to build one as i am in the process of establishing a Sump system, i have 125gal display tank , 40 gal breeder for the sump , how much flow this will provide, what size of a lift pump should goes with it and how tall the baffles should be ! Thanks in advance

@danieldevers9354 8 лет назад

Is there a required relationship between the level of the intake within the weir and the output? Thanks.

@danielcaldarona9545 6 лет назад

Well I had my doubts. It didn't work well at first, BUT after I figured out that my issue was air leaking in (during dry fit testing) and I played with the tubes to get a better seal...... Whoosh! Serious flow bro! Thanks!

@brentburton2431 5 лет назад

how did you find the air leak mine wont prime?

@timfish439 8 лет назад

ive been using the first style overflow u made for years now. Only just saw this upgrade the other day. looks so much better. But mine seems to be a little more noisy. Is there any way to quiet it ?

@jeffreyboster6899 8 лет назад

Congrats on 100,000 Dude! :-) Jeffrey :-)

@JGilbert529 8 лет назад

Made this last week, runs great. Thanks for saving us all so much money.

@awmarenthlei 4 года назад

Howz the overflow working

@Abdul-qr4bd 3 года назад

I can't prime mine

@danielgala2475 3 года назад

@@Abdul-qr4bd did you get it to prime?

@mattienorml349 3 года назад

I made one of these... Works like a charm!

@alexguitar841 7 лет назад

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR PUTTING THIS OUT THERE! once I glued everything into place it worked flawlessly. have it going down into my wet/dry filter that you ALSO showed us how to make! you're the best!

@oval291 7 лет назад

Did you glue the one inch pipe to the two inch inch weir inside the tank?

@alexguitar841 7 лет назад

No. I don't recall Joey telling us to do that either.

@oval291 7 лет назад

Just double checking......no he did not

@DavidCheuk 6 месяцев назад

@@oval291 will this work if you do not glue the pieces together? I've been doing a dry run (without glue), and cannot get it to siphon or stay running. Thanks.

@AquaStudent 8 лет назад

Glad you're finally revealing the new series. That's exciting! So this one is set up as a siphon style. This should have much more flow since there are less bends. If the pump stops, even though more water isn't overflowing into the tank won't the siphon still be removing water until it drains the overflow tube down to where the opening of the siphon is? Then, when the pump starts up again, the water will be filling up but I don't think the overflow will be primed. The Aqualifter will help keep the siphon when running but, in this case, I don't think it'll be capable of priming the overflow. I'm bringing up these concerns because I want to build this! This is a much better looking overflow and similar to how I modified the old design but having the two pipes is unsightly and I was concerned about flow rates. Krylon Fusion is awesome for these projects! Thanks Joey.

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+AquaStudent No, it does not work as a siphon. It still works as an overflow. Imagine the big pipe as being the pipe we removed.

@AquaStudent 8 лет назад

Oh, I see it now! Perfect! Thanks! I'm happy.

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+AquaStudent Good luck! If you put it on video, send me the link.

@AquaStudent 8 лет назад

Yessir. This project definitely looks better.

@AquaStudent 8 лет назад

+The king of DIY Hey Joey. I'm working on assembling this project and have an interesting question for you. Why do we need to raise up the T connector that's on the end of the system, the one that connects the "vertical vent" to the pipe leading to the sump? We have a 90 elbow right before the T but if we cut out that last elbow wouldn't we be able to save a slight amount of resistance? (shorter pipe, less plumbing). The middle Part of the T could be pointed towards the pipe leading to the tank instead of the sump, the top goes to the vertical vent and the bottom leads to the sump. I think I've answered the question myself but want to confirm. Doing this would that break the siphon (likely just after it is formed from being primed) by preventing the water from remaining on the bottom side of the overflow.

@Edgar6ooo 8 лет назад

wow I needed this.

@malarzewski 5 лет назад

Great idea! but theoretically this hole for suction cup can cause water leak if it will be ill-fitting and pump fail. It will be better to avoid this hole for suction cup, but it was noticed before. Really good job, easy and eficient.

@boatheadsbazzar 8 лет назад

questuon. the "fail proof pump", is there a posibility that it could pick up trash and get blocked? like the idea of adding this, but I got to wondering about this posibility. Tha k you very much for all your great vids

@christineharley7858 8 лет назад

+Eric Batrez www.marinedepot.com/ps_viewitem.aspx?idproduct=OE1140&child=OE1140&OE1140&gclid=Cj0KEQiAr8W2BRD2qbCOv8_H7qEBEiQA1ErTBtPHDd90LLvAw4WyNu56ySMJEX0YRbo25g63lY4WDFEaAgLG8P8HAQ

@fritchierodriguez7370 4 года назад

Thank you sir joey I made mine and its great 👍

@MrRamz1961 6 лет назад

hello joey I build your upgrade overflow and is working fine I use your PVC pipe measurements and I'm experiencing lots of foam excessive bubbles also when I turn the pump off to do maintenance I loose return flow. I'm not using the check valve what went wrong?

@bsloan1023 6 лет назад

Joey, huge fan of you channel and I appreciate all you do for the hobby. I was wondering your thoughts on combining this with your diy pvc canister build? I don’t necessarily want a video but your opinion on if this would work. My thought would be the exact same setup except with an external pump. The input would go down the overflow weir or could connect to where the water pours out. I love the canister filter but want surface skimming without a pump in the tank. If you take the time to read and respond I truly appreciate it in advance. If not, I know you are crazy busy and hope you have a happy holiday (whatever you celebrate)

@TheSarfaraz26 7 лет назад

hi sir m a very big fan of yours u r my inspiration.

@yazminespinoza7940 8 лет назад

Hi joey! I have no idea what are the supplies that will be needed to make this overflow would you help me out and tell me their names only the names of the pvc thank you great work you do and alot of effort you put in it thanks.

@AOAvina 11 месяцев назад

The only YT video clearly explaining overflow and how to get to a sumo system🎉🎉🎉

@rljeter33 4 года назад

Both videos are great. For the modified version, do you still put a cap on the tall tube now that you're not placing an airline up there? Also, are you placing the outbound hose of the Tom's Aqualifter in the tank itself or that tall tube? Didn't see answers to either question in any video.

@MrLamangzz 8 лет назад

this is genius! thank you sir!

@Cichlidking1 8 лет назад

All I can say is you are the best DIY person in the business.

@thekingofdiy 8 лет назад

+Cichlidking1 Thanks brother.

@maddie5730 7 лет назад

Hi Joey, I have recently made your DIY overflow for my saltwater aquarium, however I have a dilemma. In order to make the overflow fail proof I would need the Toms Aqua Lifter pump that you recommended in order to suction out the air. The dilemma is that I'm Australian and so the 115 volt pump would be 240 volt, so therefore it cannot be used because it would literally blow up. I'd really appreciate if you would take the time to provide me with any suggestions as I have not been able to find another pump of the same function available. Much appreciated.

@mightyduckization 7 лет назад

Hi, Do you have idea of an overflow that clean the surface of the tank and also the bottom of the tank ... that would be really great... Thanks...

@Dara-hx2pt 8 лет назад

hi Joey..that look very awesome bro. and I have some question here, I am ready to build one for my 80 gallon tank for african cichlid. should I use 1.25" pvc ? 1.25" is 580 gph. and the water in and out is the same current? water pump should be 580 gph too ? thank you.

@elchapsrodartesotelo2478 8 лет назад

your Viedeos very good , I would ask you a question what kind of paint can I use for overflow PVC that does not harm my fish thanks if you can help

@xforkhandlesx 7 лет назад

Hi I can't find a "TOM aqua lifter pump" for sale in the UK there is a good selection of doesing pumps can I use any one of those or do you recumended a distant pump for the overflow? great channel btw I'm a massive fan have to watching for years

@khalidman23 8 лет назад

With this new design do you still need to have 2 systems in case one gets blocked so the other 1 can still run the required flow rate ? one is easier to hide than 2 I also ask because you mentioned it was 60 % more efficient so if I needed 1.5" before with this design I could get away with using just 1" right ?. Can you make a video on Pump recommendations like brands you trust and locations you shop at im in toronto. Awesome channel bro been binge watching

@robertsalazar2700 4 года назад

All that work great however I am getting air in between the return and the pump I tried to purge it but after a few hours it comes back (air) is connected to a bucket canister filter

@kenettelaforteza6567 8 лет назад

hey Joey I really like your videos, do you have a version were it draws water from the bottom near the gravel? thank you in advance.

@scottishduck88 8 лет назад

It can't be an overflow if it draws from the bottom or else it would drain all the way to the bottom. If you want to draw from the bottom you'd have to be going to a closed filtration system like a canister instead of an open filtration system like a sump. Otherwise the whole tank (to the bottom of the tank "overflow") will drain into your sump. Hope this helps!

@tobiasjensen9042 8 лет назад

keep up the good work. Im gonna make it now :D

@vanissaberg5824 Год назад

The version I made for my old 55gal tank was the same as the first with a different modification. I wanted it to pull water from lower in my aquarium and these designs only pull water from the top. So I just raised the "T" to the top of the "U" bend setting it were I wanted the water level to be at in the tank at the halfway point, then put a strainer from an old hob on the intake pipe that hangs inside the tank. It worked very well without issues. So for those wanting another design that does the exact same thing you can make it like this too.

@leejohnson7465 7 лет назад

Good morning! I'm setting up a 90 gallon in my living room, I would like to have a automatic water change system, as you have educated us on how to complete. The supple water and drains will run in my walls for cosmetic purposes. So will the drip system work with the overflow?

@pFbSpecV 8 лет назад

I want to make an overflow for my future fry tanks.... 10 gallon tank and sump will be like a 40 gallon. I obviously won't be using a huge pump to pump the filter back up. what size piping is recommended for such a small tank on the drain side??

@jorgesarduysousa 6 лет назад

Must say I enjoy your DIY and have done quit a few of them. I am setting up a 160 gallon tank (keeping Koi's) planning on putting 2 on each end of the tank your corner Super Charge corner sponge filter, but also wanted to add in the center your overflow project that will go to a sump and return via pump. Question, is the position of the overflow best in the center since I'm planning the sponge filters. thanks for your advice.