Eheim 2217... good machine?
Oh and thanks for the recommendation, i'll look into it!![]()
You're not going to find a longer lasting or more quiet filter out there. Plus they come with media now. My only complaint is they are a bit low on the flow side in regards to what they're rated, but I have one 2217 running my 90 gallon by itself. On a 20 gallon it should be great.
I think the canister is going to function better using the stock connections. Also, you have to realize that in a lot of Amano pictures that the equipment is removed before the photos are taken. They don't actually look like that.
Here is a photo of my 41 gallon hardscape:
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I never got to disguise the plumbing (paint it black first off) as well as I would have liked and it needs a few rocks but you get the idea.I just sold that tank though.
I think the canister is going to function better using the stock connections. Also, you have to realize that in a lot of Amano pictures that the equipment is removed before the photos are taken. They don't actually look like that.
Here is a photo of my 41 gallon hardscape:
I never got to disguise the plumbing (paint it black first off) as well as I would have liked and it needs a few rocks but you get the idea.I just sold that tank though.