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Hello, I currently considering going back to this system as it is becoming increasingly harder to use fert pellets with my carpet of HC, but I am leery because in the past it lead to disastrous results in my tanks due largely to my own ignorance of the calculations I'm sure. I am hoping...

Hi everyone, It has been some time since I have been on and when I last posted I was having nightmare issues with my 16g tank that you can read about here https://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f24/bga-nightmare-please-help-340180.html. So I though I would post an update with the happier and...

Hi everyone, So am selling a Fluval FX6 that has never been used for $300 and Bubble Magus Dosing pump package that was only used once, everything in excellent condition and works perfectly, the only exception are the 3 1.5 dosing containers which will need to be repaired or replaced at...

Hello everyone, Ok so I just returned home after three weeks out of town only to find that my 16g bow-front has been completely overrun by BGA, it is so severe I couldn't even see into tank to check on fish initially, and when I finally could it was even worse, plants and equipment were...

Hello everyone :), So I have recently acquired two news tanks and am looking to get your input on canister filters. I currently have both fluval and SunSun canister filter models both of which have worked fine, however with the addition of new tanks comes the opportunity to try out...

I am having a problem with the co2 levels in my tank and I need some help quickly. The tank is a 55g, temp 77, pH 6.9, kh 8, gh 4, I have a gla complete co2 system with a pH controller. The issue is that according to my drop checker my tank isnt getting enough co2, I have replaced the...

So as the title suggests this is extremely off topic from anything aquaria but I was just feeling nostalgic and am wondering if any one here besides myself used to play EQ or maybe still currently plays on Project 99. I am curious about Project 99 but haven't found a copy of titanium yet for a...

I was just wondering if anyone has purchased or used the SoLunar Controller from BuildmyLed. It is supposed to mimic the light patterns found in nature and I am thinking about getting one for my BML setup.

So I am wondering if any of you have any experience with dosing pumps for the PPS-Pro fertilizers? I am out of town a lot and I am considering purchasing one to ensue to my plants get their ferts an hour before my lights come on. I would like to keep the cost under $100 as I have seen some of...

Hi everyone so in some previous threads I attempted to upload videos (with out success) of my tank prior to joining AA and its eventual failure. I have taken cells from that video and wanted to post them along with the progress of my tank since that time, my tank is currently still under...

So I finally got the time tonight to hook up my Co2 system and I have a question about my Milwaukee MC122 ph meter. I set my dial to 7.5 and flipped my switch to activate when below 7.5 , turning on my Co2. Did I set this correctly or should I have flipped the switch to activate above 7.5...

I am looking for ideas on tie down material for plants, I have heard fishing line and sewing thread are used but are these items ideal? I would like something that will eventually dissolve once the plants have had time to attach.

Hi everyone, So I am wondering what my phosphate should level be in a planted tank, I just used the API test kit and my result was 1.0ppm. I only have three plants in the tank right now but I am just trying to get an idea of what I should be looking for right now and when the tank is...

Hey guys I just got my order today and thought I would post some pictures in case anyone has thought about purchasing these items and wondered about size and quantity the order included Cal Labs Pearl drop checker, GLA's Ultimate Co2 system with Milwaukee MC122 ph controller with 5lb cylinder...

Hi everyone, Ok just need some help determining my test results, as I want to make sure I am reading it right. In the in the first picture it shows that my KH took 3 drops equaling a DKP of 3 degrees and ppm of 53.7 my GH took 6 drops equaling a DKP of 6 degrees and ppm of 107.4 , By comparing...

Ok so I have been attempting to supplement my fishes diet with fresh vegies but I do seem to be having any luck. So far I have tried zucchini, cucumbers and lettuce all of which have I allowed to stay in tank overnight but none of my fish including my silver dollar :blink: are it them. Any...

So I cannot for the life of me figure out how to get videos to upload from my computer and could use some help, I have checked properties and my videos show that they are .3gp and well within the MB limits but when I hit the upload button it doesn't do anything and when I attempt to upload from...

Hello everyone:), So it occurred to me this morning that I never formally introduced myself so I thought I would take a moment and do so, better late than never :). My name is Arcturus and I am 38 years old I live in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina and I have always loved...

Ok so I am not sure if anyone else has ever pondered this question and perhaps I may just have too much free time on my hands but I just have to ask, does our mascot have a name?

Hello, Thinking about adding a secondary filter and just wondering if anyone here has experience with this canister filter Aquatop External UV Canister Filter - CF-400 UV, and would the UV be a problem for a planted tank?. Thanks in advance

Ok so I am wondering if using Seachem Purigen and possibly ATM's Supernova living carbon for my chemical media would be counterproductive with the PPS-Pro fert system. I know that according to Seachem, Purigen only has a minimal impact on trace elements but I have never used it before, still...

Ok guys so I am planning redo #3 (hopefully for the last time) on my 55 and this time I want it to be right but I have one HUGE obstacle that being a Amazon Sword XXL that has quite literally taken over a large portion of my tank it has two flowered stalks coming out above the water line that...

Hi everyone, So I am wondering if fish would survive a 8-11 hour drive, someone at a lfs told me that with a large bag filled with oxygen that it may be possible but I have never tried before and would like to know what you guys think?. I ask because these fish cannot be shipped from...

Ok guys so it is time for me to update my test kits and I came across the Nutrafin Master test kit and am considering it as a possible candidate. What are you thoughts, opinions, suggestions. Is this a decent test kit or is there something better?, my current was the API master kit . Thanks...

Hello everyone, So I was wondering if you are still able to use a cleaner magnet if you have a adhesive vinyl (craft store) or self adhesive aquarium background such as Crystal Black Oceanvisions . Thanks