Question regarding plumbing.

[W1ngz]

Well consider me sold on a sump then. Do I have to drill a 3rd whole for a second drain? (Heard this method greatly reduces noise) or will I be ok with the 1" out and 3/4" input I have already drilled?

Yes, a second drain will reduce noise since the main drain will always be under water and silent. Drilling is possible only if the pane you're drilling isn't tempered. If you drill tempered glass, well, this happens

 

[MitchellAJordan]

You can drill another hole, or use the two holes you have now as drains, and use a hang over top as return from pump.
Yes, herbie or bean animal design plumbing is quieter, and safer

The prior owner had this hooked up to it... does this fix the noise problem that comes with only having one drain?

 

[MitchellAJordan]

You can drill another hole, or use the two holes you have now as drains, and use a hang over top as return from pump.
Yes, herbie or bean animal design plumbing is quieter, and safer

This is what the prior owner had on the output of the tank. Does this remedy the noise problems that come with only having one drain pipe? Trying to not have anything hanging over the tank and everything behind my overflow weir instead.

 

[W1ngz]

That's called a Durso standpipe.

 

[MitchellAJordan]

That's called a Durso standpipe.

Thanks a ton man. Starting to feel a little more confident about a sump.

 

[theMeat]

This is what the prior owner had on the output of the tank. Does this remedy the noise problems that come with only having one drain pipe? Trying to not have anything hanging over the tank and everything behind my overflow weir instead.

It helps...
For single drain a stockman standpipe works better than durso...
Full siphon like herbie or bean animal much quieter than either

 

[MitchellAJordan]

It helps...
For single drain a stockman standpipe works better than durso...
Full siphon like herbie or bean animal much quieter than either

Also was wondering if it's possible to dictate where the water level is in the main tank when using a sump setup? Wondering because the tank I bought has some etched water level marks about an inch from the top. If I can make my water level in my main tank just above that and keep it wet they are almost non existent. Also if I can dictate the water level to exactly where I want is it a danger to have the tank that close to the top (about 3/4" from the rim)?? Heres some pics also.

 

[theMeat]

The height of the weir on the overflow box mostly determines the tank water level.

The markings on top of tank may be removed with an overnight white vinegar bath, and a razor blade. It will also remove all that build up on the overflow box

 

[MitchellAJordan]

The height of the weir on the overflow box mostly determines the tank water level.

The markings on top of tank may be removed with an overnight white vinegar bath, and a razor blade. It will also remove all that build up on the overflow box

Tried the vinegar. Was gonna try bar keepers friend (might still try it) but just gonna set the weir where I have it in the one pic (just above the previous owners level). Thanks again so much for the guidance

 

[MitchellAJordan]

After looking and watching reviews on sumps I've decided on this one. Let me know what you think. Liked the footprint and simplicity. And love the Freshwater reservoir for an ato
https://www.marinedepot.com/IceCap_...um_Sump_Units-IceCap-CV40836-FIFRBSCU-vi.html

 

[theMeat]

No room for refugium, and you can make your own with a tank and some panes of glass for a fraction of that cost.

 

[W1ngz]

Tried the vinegar. Was gonna try bar keepers friend (might still try it) but just gonna set the weir where I have it in the one pic (just above the previous owners level). Thanks again so much for the guidance

I'd keep well away from any household cleaners. Either rig the plumbing or block the holes, get 5-6 gallons of store brand vinegar (more isn't bad), fill the tank, and leave it for 24-48 hours. You should find that most of the dead coraline (that white crust) as well as some of the hard water marks on the glass clean off easily.

 

[W1ngz]

Trampoline, child and aquarium all in the same photo.
You might want to rethink the proximity lol

 

[theMeat]

Agreed, no household cleaners. Barkeeper is great stuff but may scratch glass.
Muriatic acid is much stronger than vinegar, and works much faster. Bet some on a rag will wipe off your stains in a few attempts. Then rinse