Alright, I managed to acquire 2 CPR CS90 overflows and a Red Sea Berlin skimmer that I plan on using to add a sump to my 46g bow front. I'll get into the design details on another thread but right now I need some help getting these puppy's clean.
I've read that it's best to use a warm 10%-20% solution of white vinegar. Does that mean I should just use hot tap water or boiled water or should I heat the solution? I'm guessing I could get away with any of the above as long as I don't get the water/solution too hot for the plastic but I want to know hear from folks on what works best because they are really caked with deposits. Can the solution be too strong? or is anything over 20% just a waste?
I've also read about using Muriatic Acid (from the pool section of any Home Depot or OSH) in a 20% solution but I don't know how risky that could be so any input would be great.
I've also read to use baking soda with water for areas that need to be scrubbed. Sounds harmless enough but is it?
This sounds like a simple question but man these are dirty and I'd rather work smart so thanks for any input.
I've read that it's best to use a warm 10%-20% solution of white vinegar. Does that mean I should just use hot tap water or boiled water or should I heat the solution? I'm guessing I could get away with any of the above as long as I don't get the water/solution too hot for the plastic but I want to know hear from folks on what works best because they are really caked with deposits. Can the solution be too strong? or is anything over 20% just a waste?
I've also read about using Muriatic Acid (from the pool section of any Home Depot or OSH) in a 20% solution but I don't know how risky that could be so any input would be great.
I've also read to use baking soda with water for areas that need to be scrubbed. Sounds harmless enough but is it?
This sounds like a simple question but man these are dirty and I'd rather work smart so thanks for any input.