Mesh Wheel Mod Kits

or lazy south african's thanks but i'll still take 5 kits.
 
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Copperband said:
or lazy south african's thanks but i'll still take 5 kits
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BB I think the problem was that we couldn't find that material here. I can't remember who it was but someone on here had searched everywhere. I speak under correction, I think Alan would know better.
 
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And some instructions;)

So, here is the step-by-step on the mesh mod:

1. Unplug pump and remove from skimmer (would be tough to do when running)!
2. Remove intake housing and impeller assembly.
3. Carefully cut pins off of needlewheel. I used a pair of fine wirecutters but a dremmel with a cutting wheel would work even better (don't have one). Try getting them to about 1/16 - 1/8 inch in height. I don't cut them flush as I feel they help hold the mesh in place.
4. Cut 3 squares of mesh slightly larger than impeller wheel.
5. Layer the mesh 3 layers thick. Using a fine pair of scissors, cut a 1/4" hole in center so it can fit over center shaft. Does not have to be size of shaft as it will squeeze over it and help hold in place.
6. Secure with two zipties using the holes already in the impeller. Have the secure portion facing out (see below pic) to prevent scraping back of impeller housing. Do NOT overtighten!!! This can cause mesh to bow outward. Just tight enough to secure mesh to wheel and keep it flat.
7. Using a pair of scissors, trim mesh around wheel edge so it is nice and round.
8. Place back in pump and reassembel housing. Do a "dry test" where you plug it in and see if it spins. If not, you may have a corner of mesh catching on something.
9. Place back into skimmer assembly and connect everything.
10. Plug back in. You may have to blow some air into venturi hose as I found there is some sort of fluid lock when first starting up.
11. Re-tune skimmer as your skimmate will be WAY more!!
 
Well I am happy go go either route. local or international. As long as the materials are of the same quality.

By the way the above link does not work. Can someone fix it?
 
I'm going to try BB's idea first before i pay lots of money for mesh and cable ties. Will do it over the weekend and let you guys know how it goes....
 
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Can anyone get some of this material locally and lets get a couple of guys to test it out.

Where do you get the material from. I wonder if there is any available in East London.
 
Bought mine from 3M - sold as a buffing pad for the automotive panelbeating industry. But have seen similar in BWH,and CTM.

All you need to make sure of is that there isn't any abrasive materials bonded to it.

Multiple layers of plastic screening/netting also works extremely well;).

This allows you to control the added resistance so that the pump isn't overloaded.

I have even read of guys using dental floss ;)

And bio wheels can be made from fishing line,"weed eater" cord etc..........

I am not discouraging you guys from ordering overseas - but there are easier and alternative options available for the industrious diy'er.
 
Can this upgrade work on a normal impellor found in a hailea pump that I run on my IM.

Thanx Ian
 
Dean - 3
Hill - 3
Sims - 3
Galibore - 1
sunburst - 7
Alan - 2
DragonReef - 2
millepora - 10 (provisionally)
Ridwaan - 1
Copperband - 5
Mashrie - 3
Dober Man - 4 (maybe)

Total = 44

Plenty time to change your mind guys if you wanna try do it locally, I will only place the order on the 4th June, so if you change your mind and want to cancel, just shout.

Ian, they say they are generic kits so I would assume they would work, however I am sure it would involve removing or breaking the blades on your current impellor.
 
Makes me think! Going to modify an impeller from one of my much maligned Jebo skimmers using a bioball.
 
I feel left out seems I;m the only one who never got a jebo skimmer :( the kit looks cool - recon they gonna make a quick buck on us SA boys...
 
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