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Hi Does anyone know where I can get spare parts for a TECO RA-model chiller? Specifically I need to find this part: https://www.tecous.com/replacement-parts/hose-nut/ I can't seem to find it in some of the LFS that I frequent...

Thanks for your input guys I have decided to get a sump instead, anyone got experience on how to get an exetrnal temp sensor done? which shop and pricing? I want the chiller to cool the volume of water in the tank only so that way I know its the real tank temp I am looking at

Thanks for your input Can you elaborate on the Cons? How do you break siphon? Also The 2 separate system loop setup means I'll need individual pumps for chiller?

Hi I been into the hobby for 6 months, fairly new here so bear with me, I recently upgraded my tank to a 2ft, with no ios. Currently, I am using an underpowered hang-on temporarily to cycle the water. This is my first time using a tank without an ios and chiller thus i need advice on how to setup a canister to chiller config. So far I have been reading abit and I know I need a chiller 1 size bigger... will a 1/10hp be enough? Also I know I need a canister flowrate higher than the rated chiller spec. Since this is my first time, I don't know what brands of chiller + canister to look out for, I have heard names like Hailea, Resun and Eheim being thrown around...so thats a start for me I guess? Then some suggested having an external temp controller...how do I obtain this? Also, I need it to be cost-effective in the long-run...bill-wise. Can I have an expert opinion to guide me? Pictures will be a bonus but not necessary Its better when quality info can be reached to as many as possible since it will help for future hobbyists when they google for the subject.