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Depending on your scape & LR shape, some of the pieces can be stable enough that they do not require epoxy. Otherwise, you can use a combination of epoxy, plastic screws, or even cable ties.

I'll opt for a cheaper skimmer but a better return pump.

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Honestly, I don't think there is any HOB skimmer that can handle a 5 footer water volume. Have you consider adding a few pieces of baffles to convert it into an IOS tank? Then it is possible to place an internal skimmer into one of the IOS compartment.

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IMHO, your equipment is pretty decent. I definitely do not categorize it under 'poor'. A simpler setup like your earlier IOS tank may cost less up front, but has its limitation. I feel that a tank+sump setup like what you have now is more sustainable and should prove to be a better buy. All the best.

You may have to drill the IQ5 to hook up to a sump tank. After which, it is moded & no longer original. Option 1: Drill the IQ5 and hook up to sump tank. Option 2: Sell the IQ5 in its original state, & get a proper tank + sump setup.

Nice looking tank. Lots of potential.

Looks like your DSB is in an air tight sealed tank in order to push water back up into main display. In that case, you'll be running it like a huge canister filter filled with sand. You might want to setup a small prototype to test its effectiveness.

Top up with water only. No salt. Remember: Evaporation does not remove salt from your tank.

If you can't find filter comb with smaller gap, then fitting a piece of sponge over the baffle should catch the bits & pieces. I'd avoid sand & mud in the refugium lest they choke up my return pump. But that's just my personal opinion.

I prefer my chaeto to be freely tumbling in the water so that they get even light exposure. It needs to be FREE So installing a filter comb to keep it from washing away is a must.

I'm guessing the algae growth is due to your chaeto lighting in the sump. I use an opaque piece of plastic in my sump to block the light.

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Can share why NAC9 can no longer meet your needs?

]Actually, there is no dependency for chaeto on sand. It's perfectly ok to have just a clump of chaeto in the refugium with nothing else.

I feel that whether you're using Biohome or coral chips, they need to be easily accessible for rinsing once in a while to dislodge the dirt. Hence placing them in a netting or basket helps.

The Bubble Magus MAC6 may fit your bill. Product Review: http://www.3reef.com/forums/protein-skimmers/bubble-magus-nac6-skimmer-unboxed-77380.html