bosk1
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Fishyfanatic said:I do just that Franco. The python is the best invention for water changes. After removing the water with the python I add the new water and put enough Prime in the tank for the entire tank volume. Considering how little Prime you have to use, it's not a big deal. Kudos to you for taking the plunge!
And just to add to that, I've repeatedly read that it's nearly impossible, if not impossible, to overdose on Prime or any other conditioner, so if you err on the side of adding a little more than you might otherwise need, you shouldn't have any problem.
On the temperature issue: My tank setup came with one of the stick-on-the-outside strip thermometers. I went and bought one of the common glass with rubber suction cup theremometers at either Walmart or Petsmart (can't remember which) for about 2 bucks. So when I'm ready for my water change, I check the tank temp, and then pop out the thermometer. I then just hold it under the tap, and it's a snap to get the tap water very close to the tank temp. It's so easy, I would feel guilty not doing it.
Oh, and not that this is important, but...I don't actually have a "python." Mine is a knockoff brand that was a little cheaper (which I didn't know at the time because it was the only brand that particular lfs had, and they completely sold me on the idea of having it). Mine is made by Lee's, and seems to be working out great. I got a 25 foot, but they come in other lengths as well.