Quick Response Needed! Cascade 1500

Originally Posted by Pasfur

Until you can purchase a skimmer, I recommend continuing to use the canister filter and packing it heavy with a high quality activated carbon, which you REPLACE EVERY MONTH. This should be a short term fix until you can save for a skimmer.

Is this a sump system? If so, here are a couple nice skimmer options for you, at a decent price:
Marine Series Advanced Protein Skimmers | Venturi Models | Protein Skimmers | Aquarium - ThatPetPlace.com
In-Sump Protein Skimmer - G-1X - 150 Gallon - 22 1/2 in. high | Venturi Models | Protein Skimmers | Aquarium - ThatPetPlace.com (my personal choice)

Originally Posted by Pasfur

I would suggest you modify the SeaClone to improve its performance. Cut a hole in the lid of the collection cup and thread air line tubing into the skimmer column. Attach a wooden air stone, operated by a good air pump. The added bubbles will greatly improve the quality of the unit.