Sicce PSK 1000

I have no idea but somewhere in the 2 years ago range. I actually plugged up the hole where the second pump fits and closed the gate so I could still skim. Not sure how having 2 pumps is any better since they both produce the same thing although at double the rate I suppose.

I read this idea from people who replace the 2 PSK 1000's with a big bubble blaster. It is just not easy to find a pump that fits the venturi and threads into the body.

I wish I knew how old this unit was. I can't even remember where I bought it for sure. Between kids and life I forget more than just this.

Thanks

What would help is a new pump that does last for under 2 years. I have all types of pumps and power heads and this is the only broken one and the others and much older.

Uh yeah that pump is not in good shape. I was trying to and could not get the needle wheel off of it. I took the working one apart and cleaned it but I thought maybe the broken pump just had build up but I got the cover off but with full force I could not remove the needle wheel nor the shaft. It must have melted together or something. It is beyond any repair trust me.

Now is 1 Bubble Blaster better than having 2 PSK 1000's or what. I cannot see using 2 pumps and having the room in my sump. The Bubble Blaster looks far bigger than the PSK 1000.

I found a brand new PSK 1000 for sale for $80 but honestly I am pretty disappointed in this product after all the hype and people basically telling me to get one it's the best skimmer or skimmer brand made. I may just go with another brand after this.

It is really on my mind that the other PSK 1000 is gonna fail shortly. It is like light bulbs, you put 4 in your kitchen and they all typically go out around the same time. My cheap Coralife Skimmer tat people say are junk is still working after 7 years. Not a broken pump or part. May not pull as good but it is still pulling.

Only other thing is that it is far quieter with one pump now instead of howling.

Not sure what can be done at this point. A Bubble Blaster is like $225+ and a different brand skimmer is like $450 with all new parts and warranty.

I have the Reef Octopus Extreme XS250 Protein Skimmer not the Diablo Version.

No it is a Reef Octopus Extreme 250 or XS250 not the Diablo version.

I can ask a store for a receipt but it may not be the right one. Also that pump is dages physically now be me trying to get it apart.

How do you verify the proof of purchase other than just seeing it. Does it involve any further investigation beyond visual inspection?

Ok so even if the store is no longer in business or there is now way for you to verify the information. I guess what I'm saying is that anyone can make a receipt for the item. I can give you a receipt but you won't be able to call that store to talk to them. Is this ok to give you.