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I currently have two FX 5s on my 350g. The tank is filled with bio rings in the middle all the trays and foam around the outer circle. I'm adding to my bio filtration by purchasing a 3rd fx5 (fx 6) and filling the center of each basket with pond matrix. Would it be ok to remove the outer foam...

Hello all, I plan on using a planted tank (plants only) as a nitrate filter for my main tank. I'm going to use a small pump to get water from my main tank to the panted tank and back to my main tank. My main tank is 340 gallons. How large would the planted tank need to be in order for this to...

Rather than feed my fish flakes on one day, then pellets the next day, then brine shrimp on another day, etc. Is it ok the simply take a large container and mix flakes and pellets, and what ever else you choose, then feed them the cocktail daily? Thanks

I just purchased several large rocks (20+ lbs each) for my existing 340gal african cichlid tank. My tank is about 32in high. What can I use to safely lower the rocks onto my tank? Note: tank is up and running and fully stocked. Thanks

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Hello, I have a 340 gallon African tank. I'm adding crushed coral to raise the pH. Since the tank is so large I purchased a 12" x 15" filter media bag and place the crushed coral in there). I have a very large unused overflow box on my tank (plugged/filled) so I placed the bag of coral in...

I have a 340 gallon African tank. Yeasterday I looked in my tank and said' Hay, where'd those little fish come from"). Looks like someone had babies, however I don't know which one (didn't notice before). So, I grab my net with extention (36in tall tank) and quickly notice there is know way...

I just finished my 340gal African tank about a month ago. Now I can't believe I've been given the opportunity to purchase a 1000 gallon saltwater system at a "you wouldn't believe me if I told you / you gotta be kidding me" / "I 'd be crazy to pass this up" price from a friend. The system...

I ordered a 90 degree slip hose barb (from Marine Depo). it looks either black or gray in color (I don't think its PVC). So my question is can I glue this to my PVC using PVC cement or do I need something else? Thanks

I just purchased some pool filter sand from a local pool supply store. It's called Silver Sand #20 by PW gillibrand Company. The shop confirmed that this was pool filter sand and that it can be used for aquariums. Anyone know if this is ok? Also, what does the "#20" represent? Thanks

I'm using a few threaded PVC parts for my filtration. Does any one know if you have to use PVC cement on threaded PVC pipe? I've heard yes and no. Some state that the cement melts the threads and causes failure so some type of PVC sealent should be used instead. Is that true? I've also...

Any one use this: Quickrete Pool Filter Sand. I believe this is sold at Homedepot and Lowes. They claim: QUIKRETE® Filter Sand is narrowly graded clean dry silica sand specially graded for use in swimming pool filters. Composition and Materials: QUIKRETE® Filter Sand is high quality silica...

Anyone ever use this stuff before: "Florida Crushed Coral" ....claimes "it's the only crushed coral with aragonite, which provides up to 25 times the buffering power of other crushed corals, dolomite, or oyster shell" Can i use this alone as a substrate? Comes in 40lbs bags. How much do...

I'm converting a Saltwater tank for Freshwater use. The tank has been setting empty for some time. Anything special I need to do in cleaning the actual tank. Should I simply use water and some musle or is there something else I need to use? There are a few places on the tank where there...

Need help identifing my African Cichlids. I think they are from Lake Malawi. Need to know what they're called and if they are Haps, Peacocks, or mbuna: here are come pics:

For Trade: One 4" Jack Dempseys and One 5.5" Jack Dempsey. Healthy with good colors. Want to Trade for African Cichlids (Lake Malawi or Victoria). PM if interested. Pickup or Meet only. No shipping.

I have a new tank that was previously used as a saltwater tank that I will be using for freshwater. The tank still contains the sand substrait. Will I be able to use the sand for my freshwater setup or should I just dump it and get gravel or crushed coral? Also, is it a possible to go without...

I’m changing my stock in my tank. The following fish are for sale or trade for African Cichlids. Make me a reasonable offer: 3 angels- (2) 3.5”-Body and (1) 4” –Must take all 2 Red Hook Silver Dollars- 7.5” & 6” Must take both 3 Bala Sharks- 2.5" Must take all 2 Tinfoil barbs- 3” Must take...

I just purchased a new tank today. The guy that I purchased it from had an entire garage full of tanks/fish and supplies (just for him). I mentioned one day I wanted to start an african cichlids tank so he walks me over to a tank full of 4-5 inch africans cichlids and says, pick which ones you...

Hey Guy and Gals, About a month ago I started a thread about a 55O gallon tank that I was going to purchase. As many of you know that tank was sold before I could get to it. Well tonight I just picked up my acrylic 340 gallon (78L x 36H x 28W) for a very good price. This tank was an in-wall...

I keep my tank temp at 82 deg F. The last few days it's been really hot in my area (aprox 90+ degs). So doing the day (when the house is closed up) temps get really hot. The other day came home to a Tank Temp of 90 deg. I said "OMG". Later in he evening (after the house is opened up) temps...

Anyone of you every completely change your stock in your tank? If so, from what to what. Here's what I have now: Current Stock: 1 common pleco 2 blood parrot 2 angels 4 clown loachs 1 red fin shark 4 ruby barbs 1 black ghost knife 2 Red Hook Silver Dollars 3 Very small Bala Sharks 2 verys...

I have a chance to purchase a used (very good condition) 550 gallon glass tank (96 x 36 x 37.5). It will be an extream upgrade from my 115gallon I currently have. If I purchase it, it will have to be set up in my garage (which I workout in daily so i'll get a chance to see it). Plus it's too...

This summer (maybe even late spring) I'll be upgrading to a 300+ gallon tank (from a 115g). Will the following stock work together: Pacu Clown Knife Black ghost Knife Flower Horn Arowanas -Also- Which of my current stock if any will I be able to transfer over? Here's my current stock: 1...

Yesterday I purchased a Fluval FX5 (which will be an upgrade from my Aquatop CF500uv). I will be transfering most of my old filter media to the new filter (Bio rings and Mechanical mesh/pads). My question is regarding the Mechanical Media. Since there doesn't appear to be any room around...