Converting in-sump skimmer to external

[onehawksfan]

I have a Euroreef CS8-3 that I want to convert to an external skimmer. Is this even possible?

 

[onehawksfan]

Here's a pic of what it looks like.

 

[onehawksfan]

bigger picture

 

[onehawksfan]

Okay, so I'm not sure what all the parts do. The foam riser (right hand side) is for what? Is that where the water exits and the foam topper-thing is used to eliminate extra bubbles?
And the intake is just the pump's intake, correct? The pump forces the water and bubbles into the skimmer (this must be a aspirating impeller skimmer, right?). The water exits up the foam riser because of the pump's pressure? So, by installing a gate valve on the riser, I should be able to affect the height (amount of) water in the skimmer (if it's running external). Am I on the right track?
I'm thinking out loud here, just need some advice, thnx. Anybody know of a good resource page about how external skimmers work?

 

[Skimmy]

is it possible?? yes.
my only question is, how handy are you with tools?

you could do it with rubber uniseals but it might leak, you would really want glued pvc w/ unions if you want no leaks.

 

[onehawksfan]

Do I have to drill the skimmer? I feel comfortable working with PVC

 

[mmkeeper]

Your pump would have to be in the sump and then extend the pvc from the pump to the skimmer. Does your sump have a bulk head for the pvc to pass thru the wall of the sump?

 

[Fishead77]

I have a Euroreef CS8-3 that I want to convert to an external skimmer. Is this even possible?

Looks like trouble to me. I would buy an external skimmer if that's what you want.