Cecil, I was referring to a small air pump rotating the Bio-Wheel only.
I know you did, but I was making the point that more air was needed to make the whole thing work including the clarifier, which is why the $325 pump is needed.
I have no doubt an air-lift sytem would require much more volume.
I use air-lifts in my new facility in Ky. we use a 3hp regen blower ay 4psi.
Yes you're way ahead of me on this kind of thing. Would love to hear more about your set up.