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I just re-setup a 120 gallon freshwater tank. Formerly my 120 sprung a leak. Manufacturer replaced tank with no issues and now I have a new tank. Filtration before was two Aquatop cf500uv canister filters (using spray bars) and two Aqua clear 110 HOB filters. Lots of filtration was on this...

I have several large adult angels in same tank with a few platys and no issues.

Agreed. Thanks, I have a python and the plants you mention.

Sounds like it will be a nice looking tank once set up and yes over filtering is a good thing in my opinion. Regardless of what advice is out there or suggested size of water changes or frequency, I keep 8 tanks at the moment, ranging from 3-120 gallons, mostly all live plants or blackwater...

I use many Seachem products, but haven't used these in particular. I don't often find I need chemicals of any kind in my tanks if I am diligent with weekly, sizable water changes (25-50%). Also, every tank I have ever owned went through a diatom stage when they were between 4-9 months old...

Thanks much, hopefully it will be enough. I just remembered I have some Seachem stability which I think it similar to Safe Start. Just was worried about packing all the fish back in and having ammonia issues. Some of my fish are at friends house and others are here in other tanks. We will...

Hello all, I recently lost my 120 gallon tank due to a leak. Ugh, what a mess, but caught in time before any damage to the house occurred. Had to tear it all down, but things are working out good. Marineland replaced it and I am getting the new one drilled by my local LFS and putting in an...

Lol! No kidding! Makes sense. If it works out I would love to see a pic of your set up and new lid!

If it's not a perfect fit, I am sure they can work it right. I took my actually aquarium to them. You might want to consider that too so they can adjust the fit for it if needed.

Here is a diagram with as close of measurements as I could ascertain.

Here is the pic. The plastic strip at the back on the left side is notched out in the back to make room for a mini canister filter than I ended up not using. The plastic strip on the back is two inches from the back to allow for equipment. I hope this helps! I am thrilled with how it worked...

I have a really good local LFS in town and I know everyone down there. They measured and cut it for me at a local glass shop. Not gonna lie, it was a tricky cut even for them, but well worth the trouble for sure. Is yours a 20 gallon hex? Each panel on mine measures 8 3/4 on the inner rim...

I found that eshopps makes some really small overflows, but I need to build the sump. I've never made one before so it's new to me. I would be worried about overflowing something (tank or sump) in the event of a siphon break our power outage since the system is small. So you think a small...

I am cycling a 20 gallon hex tank with a build for a nano reef. For mechanical filtration I am running an Aquamaxx HOB 1 Protein Skimmer (https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/hob-1-hang-on-back-protein-skimmer-aquamaxx/?gclid=CP65qKy7l84CFYKFaQodg1QC6A) It's running well, but my concern is in the...

Thank you Coralbandit! I didn't know this Overflow box existed! Continuous siphon? I need to read more about this. Sounds like a good option and yes, I am afraid to drill and not even sure it's possible since this is an operating tank with happy inhabitants! :fish2:

I currently have a 120 Gallon Freshwater Aquarium that runs on two canister filters. I have never used a sump but would like to look into it. Problem is the tank isn't drilled so I would have to use a HOB overflow box. My concern is that I've heard that if the siphon in the box ever gets...

Ok, I guess then to simplify my question, with this skimmer that is all the "filtration" I will need on this tank regularly and in the event I felt I ever needed some kind of chemical filtration (for whatever reason), then I could, even if temporarily add a simple HOB or something. It's not a...

I have lots of good experience keeping freshwater planted tanks (I have 7 ranging from 20-120 gallons). I am gathering up to start my first small nano reef tank (a 20 gallon hex with custom glass lid and Aquaillumination Prime clip on light fixture). I got a barely used Aquamaxx HOB 1 Protein...

Looks great! Very creative. I did manage to pull the fluval edge sponge onto the intake. I am posting a pic here, but it's kinda hard to see. It's in the back hidden by wood and plants, but if you can see you get the idea.

Thanks all, I will do some looking.

I am wondering if anyone knows of a pre-filter sponge that will fit over the intake of an Aquaclear 70 or 110. Any ideas? I bought a Fluval edge sponge that I can kinda force over the intake, but wanted to know if there was something better out there. I couldn't readily find one made for it. :(

Yes, I did use the Tom Barr chart. Since I am new to it, I just googled drop checker and the fluval was readily available. Is it not accurate and does it not use the 4dkh solution? For ph I just the basic API test solution or are you speaking of something different? My c02 is running at...

I am new to C02 injection. I have a 36 gallon planted with limited space near the tank, so I purchased a small portable Fluval 88 system and a Fluval drop checker (no space for bigger system). All is going fine, both plants and fish look good after about 10 days. Here is my question: My drop...

Thanks for reply. I think I will stop using Excel in my tanks with Hornwort and add some root tabs for the swords. As far as C02, what is your thought on the Fluval 88 system with the mini sized cartridges? One of my tanks is on a large set of built ins so the size would be convenient...

I have several planted tanks, all doing well, but I am curious about using Seachem Excel with certain plants, namely Amazon Swords and Hornwort. a) Is it effective for Amazon Swords since they feed from roots? b) Is it good for Hornwort? I am using it in my tanks, but have noticed that while...