Filters filters filters

[GoneFishing]

29g tank which Aquaclear filter would be best? The 50 or 70? I know I read the more the better but which would be best? Tank is planted and short on fish atm

[mfdrookie516]

I'd go with the 70. The 50 would be sufficient, but the 70 would be even better.

[GoneFishing]

That's what I thought.. just sucks the 70 is $64.00

[mfdrookie516]

ouch. I think you may be better off ordering- Amazon.com: AquaClear 70 Aquarium Power Filter - 40 to 70 Gallon: Kitchen & Dining

[Mr. Limpet]

Originally Posted by GoneFishing

29g tank which Aquaclear filter would be best? The 50 or 70? I know I read the more the better but which would be best? Tank is planted and short on fish atm

Nothing wrong with having 2 filters running, say an AC50 & a 30. When you need to setup a QT in a hurry, you can instant cycle with the AC30. Those 2 together are the same price as one 70 at my Petco.

[RamCichlidLover]

I just recently bought an AC 70 off of amazon for about 45-50 dollars (I am probably wrong, my dad bought it )

[GoneFishing]

Originally Posted by mfdrookie516

ouch. I think you may be better off ordering- Amazon.com: AquaClear 70 Aquarium Power Filter - 40 to 70 Gallon: Kitchen & Dining

awesome! I love amazon! funny how its listed in kitchen & dining though.

[RamCichlidLover]

I was wrong it was about $40

[GoneFishing]

Originally Posted by Mr. Limpet

Nothing wrong with having 2 filters running, say an AC50 & a 30. When you need to setup a QT in a hurry, you can instant cycle with the AC30. Those 2 together are the same price as one 70 at my Petco.

thats a good idea too seeing how I want to set up a QT tank and would like to use a better filter than the junk I have now.

[Mr. Limpet]

Originally Posted by GoneFishing

thats a good idea too seeing how I want to set up a QT tank and would like to use a better filter than the junk I have now.

Yep, I don't keep an actual QT setup, other wise it ends up being used and that defeats its purpose :P. I just have the elements available (tank, heater,etc), can have it operational in 10 minutes or so and it's fully cycled.

[GoneFishing]

Originally Posted by Mr. Limpet

Yep, I don't keep an actual QT setup, other wise it ends up being used and that defeats its purpose :P. I just have the elements available (tank, heater,etc), can have it operational in 10 minutes or so and it's fully cycled.

I'm sold on your procedures. 50 & 30 on my wishlist.. one question though, when you set up your QT is there anything in it or just the heater and filter? I wasn't sure if I should aquascape it to make it look like home lol.

[Mr. Limpet]

Originally Posted by GoneFishing

I'm sold on your procedures. 50 & 30 on my wishlist.. one question though, when you set up your QT is there anything in it or just the heater and filter? I wasn't sure if I should aquascape it to make it look like home lol.

I keep it bare unless it's a fish that needs a hiding spot or sand to dig into, etc. Lets face it, the decco is more for us than the fish . I mean do my Moors need a bubbler volcano to thrive? Not really, but I still want one lol.

[GoneFishing]

Lol point taken.. helps me keep the cost down too, which the wife will like

[James_in_MN]

Originally Posted by Mr. Limpet

Nothing wrong with having 2 filters running, say an AC50 & a 30. When you need to setup a QT in a hurry, you can instant cycle with the AC30. Those 2 together are the same price as one 70 at my Petco.

I was thinking the same thing, which is why I have two filters in each of my tanks. It also helps to have a backup.

One question I have is, let's say I have to set up my hospital tank and pull the smaller filter out of a tank. What's the risk of a mini-cycle in that tank without that filter?

[Mr. Limpet]

Originally Posted by James_in_MN

I was thinking the same thing, which is why I have two filters in each of my tanks. It also helps to have a backup.

One question I have is, let's say I have to set up my hospital tank and pull the smaller filter out of a tank. What's the risk of a mini-cycle in that tank without that filter?

Hasn't happened to me and I've done it 3-4 times. Even if you do, it'll clear in a couple days of PWC and the existing filters bacteria will adjust to the extra load.

[James_in_MN]

Originally Posted by Mr. Limpet

Hasn't happened to me and I've done it 3-4 times. Even if you do, it'll clear in a couple days of PWC and the existing filters bacteria will adjust to the extra load.

I figured as much. Good to know, thanks.