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Well so far so good. However here is the issue All connections are sealed however air gets caught in the canister and brings my flow rate down... I have to unplug it and let all the air go up the return line then plug it back in. This is rather annoying. Any suggestions. Should I add more media?

Hey I threw 2 shrimp in a filter bag to start the cycle. About 3 days ago. Was this enough shrimp for the 75g and when should I start to see some ammonia? Thanks Paul

ust curious what kinda scheme u use.. 12 on, 12 off etc.

Hey I threw 2 shrimp in a filter bag to start the cycle. About 3 days ago. Was this enough shrimp for the 75g and when should I start to see some ammonia? Thanks Paul

Check out petsandponds.com I saved about 60 dollars even with the shipping versus buying with lfs. Shipping only takes a few days in ontario and if order is less than 200 its on 7 bucks to ship. Thought I would share.

My goal is to keep a planted tank. Not too many plants but enough for a natural effect. Now I currently have gravel pictured below. I got it for free so no complaints. What do you guys think if I mixed this gravel with some pool sand? If I had to I would take the gravel out. BTW my tank is 3rd...

Well I have a 75g tank thats currently cycling. I have a AquaClear HOB filter thats suitable upto 110 gallons. I am thinking of doing a tank of cichlids. I heard these are messy fish. Can I still use my AquaClear and vacuum the gravel regularly? Or do I have to go with a Canister? Also if I...

My tank is currently cycling and thats not the concern. I plan to do some really cool aquascaping with some rocks and some driftwood. I also wanna include some fairly low maintanace plants. In each of the 2 back corner I want to put an air stone in. I think it would have a really cool effect...

HI, I have a 75 Gallon currently cycling as of yesterday. Now I understand the purpose is to have all the beneficial bacteria thrive and muliply on the substrate, filter media, etc. However, I currently am using an AquaClear 110g Power Filter and it suggests I replace the sponge every month or...

Hi, Initially I wanted a mag7 in my sump and another mag7 used for a closed loop. However after much deliberation I can get more gph from a mag12 at 5ft head. So I was wondering if it was ok to use the mag12 as a return in my sump and then branch it off 3 ways or maybe 2 to enter the tank. this...

Hey all... Well I've been surfing these boards for about a week and I have to tell you I feel pretty confident in setting up my tank after being armoured with all this great info. I was just wondering as my first post to the boards if anyone knows where to get some good and fairly priced live...