Whats your favorite gravel vac?

[patrickriley2010]

Sounds like ya gotta system down. So if it ain't broke don't fix it.

Lol I need a system should I just get that hagen gravel filter ? Or should I just get that one that hooks to my sink? Also will it hook to a hose there is a faucet right outside my window ! Rather the yucky go all over the black top then my sink hehe !

Ill still have the one I have been using its meanth for up to ten gallons its been doubt okay but I need a bigger intake .

I also need something that will work with sand when I switch

 

[Scouser]

I still prefer to use a regular gravity syphon lol.

 

[Cactuspixie]

I still prefer to use a regular gravity syphon lol.

Yup. I have the end of the gravity siphon connected to the garden hose.

 

[Scouser]

Yup. I have the end of the gravity siphon connected to the garden hose.

I feel like I have more control with it that way, easier to control the flow with the tip of my finger if I need to clean a particularly dirty corner (my featherfin is a mucky fish lol)

 

[patrickriley2010]

Yup. I have the end of the gravity siphon connected to the garden hose.

What does that mean ? Haha

 

[Cactuspixie]

What does that mean ? Haha

The hose on the siphon is joined to a length of garden hose (like an extension)

 

[Dizzydea]

I have never had sand. It can be problematic. Yes you can adjust the flow.

 

[patrickriley2010]

The hose on the siphon is joined to a length of garden hose (like an extension)

Ahh good idea !

 

[patrickriley2010]

I have never had sand. It can be problematic. Yes you can adjust the flow.

So you think it would be okay in a 20 gallon?

 

[patrickriley2010]

Okay im ordering the Aqueon Water changer! Does anyone know of a way to make more extensions from more affordable products instead of paying for their extensions?

 

[Scouser]

Okay im ordering the Aqueon Water changer! Does anyone know of a way to make more extensions from more affordable products instead of paying for their extensions?

Honesty to use one for a 20 gal is just over kill.

Even for a 50% change you'd only be taking out 2 buckets max, which would take like 10 mins overall?

 

[patrickriley2010]

Honesty to use one for a 20 gal is just over kill.

Even for a 50% change you'd only be taking out 2 buckets max, which would take like 10 mins overall?

Yes but then another 10 to fill buckets with water and refil. Plus I plan on getting a 55 gallon once I get a job

 

[Scouser]

Yes but then another 10 to fill buckets with water and refil. Plus I plan on getting a 55 gallon once I get a job

If you have the money to spend on a python you'd have more than one bucket.

I have a tote of fresh water sat in the room above my tank, I put a hole in the floor and connected it to a hose, easily refills, no hassle.

 

[patrickriley2010]

If you have the money to spend on a python you'd have more than one bucket.

I have a tote of fresh water sat in the room above my tank, I put a hole in the floor and connected it to a hose, easily refills, no hassle.

I have 4 Home Depot buckets but i don't think my upstairs neighbor or landlord would like me cutting a hole in the ceiling haha

 

[Cactuspixie]

I have a tote of fresh water sat in the room above my tank, I put a hole in the floor and connected it to a hose, easily refills, no hassle.

Wow, that's elaborate!

 

[Scouser]

I have 4 Home Depot buckets but i don't think my upstairs neighbor or landlord would like me cutting a hole in the ceiling haha

The perks of being a home owner for me lol ^_^