Changing filters with established tank

[Broncovin]

Hello all My question today is I am going to swap filters in my established 30 gal freshwater tank. I currently use a Aquaclear 50 and I plan on switching to a flu cal canister for overall better filtration. The issue is how can I avoid the effects of removing all the beneficial bacteria that has been developed in my current filter when I install the new filter. Keep in mind I don't have the luxury of a temporary home to keep my fish while the tank recycles. Any thoughts????

 

[Fidgetromeo]

I would leave both filters running for a few weeks, that will get the new one started before you remove the old one

 

[frank98284]

+1 I agree that is what I did works great

 

[Broncovin]

Could I put the old filter media in the new canister? Will that speed things up?

 

[Oohitsae]

move some of the media from the 50 over to the fluval when you transfer, and then run them both side by side like a previous person mentioned for a week or two. It should help tremendously.
Plus, all the BB in your tank on substrate and decor should be helpful. Usually,worst case scenario is you'll only have a mini-cycle

 

[Broncovin]

Tanks alot.

That was cheezy