My problem is that a Eheim 1250 is twice the price of a 250gph Danner/Pondmaster pump, and people seem to be saying that they are almost as good. And I'm on a REALLY tight budget...
Next question is about hose diameter, cos I will have a Black Ice, which comes with stock 3/8 fittings, should I just stick with 3/8 thru the whole system? Keep in mind that I am a n00b at all this water stuff...
Also, thanks to everyone who has responded, particularly Kevin (you are a Moderator like no other...
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