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Okay! So I snipped the back of the cartridge, and managed to work out the carbon pieces. The water is flowing like crazy now - thank you! As far as the second cartridge, I'm not sure what to do. I didn't snip the back of that one yet, as it took me about 30 minutes to "empty" the first...

Thanks for the input, Edgar. :) I've actually been rinsing the cartridges every week (when I do my water changes), but while the cartridge "fabric" seems a bit cleaner after rinsing, once I put them both back in their slots, the water flow doesn't improve. It's been beyond frustrating.

First of all, thanks again for replying so quickly to my post! Thank you thank you thank you! :D The cartridges are black slotted plastic on the back, then the front is blue wiry/spongy material. In between is what I believe to be, chunky pieces of carbon. So, to clarify - I should snip...

I've got a Penguin Marineland 150, and lately I've noticed that water isn't flowing (back into the tank) through the filters cartridges very well. As a matter of fact, an equal amount of water pours from the overflow(?) "chute" as from the filter "chute". I took apart the what pieces I could...

I'd love to hear about the edible plants! I've kind of shied away from plants - it took a painfully long time to cycle the tank, and now that everything's settled, I'm a bit paranoid about changing anything. Are there things I need to worry about, adding plants? Funny you mention it. My...

Oh! Um, I'm pretty sure mine get way more than that. Yikes! Maybe they are getting WAY too much food!

So...I've learned a couple of things about goldfish feeding: - They always seem hungry; - They shouldn't be overfed. The trick is...what would be overfeeding? I don't think the two-minute rule applies to goldfish, does it? Because I can tell you, my oranda can Dyson the heck outta the...

and thought I'd share it. It has to do with certain Marineland Stealth and Stealth Pro Aquarium Heaters: Aquarium Heaters Recalled by United Pet Group Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards

Steve and Jonathan - Once again, thank you! Your guidance has been priceless for me. Jonathan, your tank is BEAUTIFUL. The difference between the "before" and "after" is unbelievable! I think a black background (especially with sand) is such a gorgeous combo! I know my current...

Wow, that looks crystal clear! I really can't wait to put sand in my tank.

A small change of subject. :D In the future, I might get brave and do some live plants, but since I'm getting the hang of it, I'm okay with a more minimalist appearance for now. However, because of that, I'm kinda stuck with the intake tube and heater being right "out there" for all to see, I...

Steve - Oh, man. I'm sold. I totally love it!!! LOVE the texture of the PFS. Your tank looks fab - the live plants (they're live, no?) look so pretty. And I'm dying for your loaches. They're gorgeous. And they look way happy. :D I'm definitely sold on the PFS. The search is on...

Thanks guys! I'll make sure it's properly aerated in preparation for warmer temps, just in case.

Thanks for your input, Steve. Yeah, I guess I'm gonna have to try a Home Depot or Lowes further away next week, or bite the bullet and pay a pool supply store's prices for the standard, inert sand tomorrow. Knowing me - and my complete lack of patience in any capacity - I'll probably go to a...

Thanks again for the feedback, guys! I checked the closest Home Depot and Lowes to me, and Home Depot does not sell PFS. Lowes does, but it's Sand Filter PLUS by Aquachem. Shop Aqua Chem 25 Lbs. Filter Sand Plus at Lowes.com Does this sound like something I can use in the tank? I will...

jsoong, thankyouthankyouthankyou! :D This makes me feel so much better. I KNEW I noticed a difference in their activity when it got colder! I'm so happy to know that mid 70's are fine for them. I wasn't aware of warmer water having less O2, so thanks for that info - I will keep an eye...

Wow! Good to know! I'm also gonna be doing this on my own (during the day when everyone's out), so I'll add at least another 30 minutes to your time - due to the fact that I'm a rookie at this, and a complete weakling (so I'll need to break it down into smaller batches). :D So, for a 20...

Whoops, forgot to ask. Steve, how long did it take you to rinse out all your sand tonight? Just curious how much time I'll need to set aside tomorrow...

HA ha ha ha! Good to know. :D Thanks for piping in. I learn something every time I pop on here...

Thanks, Dylan. :) You're the first reply I've gotten to this thread. I really appreciate it.

Beautiful fish! I'm new to this way of life (I shudder when people label it a "hobby"), but I still have difficulty placating myself when I see a supercute fish. For me, anything adorable - insert "baby," "puppy," "kitten," (heck, even "monkey") - I want to squeeze it. You have some really...

Woohoo! Steve, again - can't thank you enough. Jonathan, thanks for your two cents, also. How nerdy is it that I'm having difficulty sleeping tonight because I'm jonesing for some sand? :D