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  1. jinkel

    Problem With My Filter?

    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...
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    Feeding Goldfish

    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...
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    I Saw This Recall on Aquarium Heaters Today...

    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
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    Pros & Cons of Sand Substrate

    I need to change out my substrate, because I've got gravel that is just begging to be choked upon by my fancy goldies. (Yet another thing I neglected to research before getting them. :dope:) I'm on the fence between large smooth river stones and sand. I think I might be leaning more toward...
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    Proper Temperature for Orandas & Black Moor?

    In my internet searches, I've found a huge variance in the suggested temp ranges for these fish. They are currently in a 75 degree tank - - and they seem to really enjoy this temp. The other day, the temp went down to 72 (exceptionally chilly night, and the heater must've taken a little...
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    So my tank is FINALLY cycled (with fish)...

    However, I've been reading, and realize that my substrate may not be appropriate for my fish. I've got two Orandas and one Black Moor. The substrate I currently have is the standard (small) gravel-like stuff. - Do I need to get the larger, smooth pebbles/stones so the fish don't choke? -...
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    Bacteria Additive

    So I've been cycling my tank for about two weeks (WITH fish). I've been adding Seachem Stability to the tank daily for seven days now. Seachem's instructions only mention seven days of treatment. Can I add it for more than seven days?
  8. jinkel

    Water Parameters - HELP!

    Okay, so ever since I got your wonderful advice here http://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f15/can-you-help-me-decipher-my-water-test-results-141513.html, I've: Been doing two 50% pwc changes a day (back to back); Changed to Seachem's Prime as my water conditioner (why the H I was using...
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    Can You Help Me Decipher My Water Test Results?

    Hi, all! I'm a huge newbie, and am crazy happy to have found this forum! Tank Info: 20 gallon, with a Marineland Penguin 150 Bio-Wheel filter. Fish Info: 2 Arondas 1 Moor Now before we start, I'd like to say that I'm a newbie (see above), and was stupid enough to take the LFS employee's...
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