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Hey guys, I have just about had it with my current filter (Aqua-Tech 20-40) and it seems to be hitting the fan in its life. So I am looking to replace it. First of all, are they are "obvious/must buy" brands/models that I should just stop looking immediately and get it? I'm not looking for...

Hey all, I currently have a 30 gallon tank that is over 2 years old and already "established" with great levels upon water testing. I just purchased a 10 gallon tank for my bedroom, complete with a new filter and heater. Right now I don't have any gravel, declarations, or fish in there, just the...

Hey guys, so I know it's not good to change the filter pad because you'll be throwing away the beneficial bacteria; however, my current filter pad has been in there about 6 months now and even when I do a partial water change, swish the filter pad around in the old water to "cleanse" it a bit...

Hello all. I recently un-stocked my fish tank and then re-stocked it. My previous fish had been dying because they were all community fish mixed in with a larger Red Tail Shark. I have a 30 gallon tank and a Marineland Filter (I believe it is 200 gph, but not positive. I can check if necessary)...

Hello all. So as usual, I am slowly learning from mistake after mistake and beginning to get a better understanding of this whole thing you all call a "relaxing hobby" haha. Anyways, for a long time I was under the impression to follow the manufacturers advice on my Marineland filter pads and...

Hello all. I am running out of my current supply of water change supplies and would like your input as to the "best" method of ensuring that my fish are in healthy water. I have a 30 gallon tank and perform a 5 gallon water exchange every weekend (including vacuuming the gravel, not just...

Sorry guys, I have been monitoring this forum for awhile and finally decided to post. I have had my 30 gallon freshwater aquarium for about 9 months now and really have learned a lot (mostly through mistakes unfortunately, but hey, it's the best way to learn). Anyways, now that I am finally...