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  1. 2pods

    BBA in Low Light tank

    Guilty as charged :( I'll change it now.
  2. 2pods

    BBA in Low Light tank

    I'm using Neutro C02 more as an algaecide :) I was also using the "normal" Neutro, not Neutro T.
  3. 2pods

    BBA in Low Light tank

    Thanks for the replies. I do usually have floating plants, but the design of the hood on this tank makes this hard to do. Have cut lighting to 8 hours, cut back on the feeding, and am now dosing no Neutro, but two caps of Neutro Co2. The plants that are left are all common stems, Echs, Swords...
  4. 2pods

    BBA in Low Light tank

    Totally fed up and ready to give up. Shrimp have disappeared (pH -6 not good for their shells maybe ?). Been dosing 2.5ml Neutro and Neutro C02. Plants have had it, even the spray bar has it on seemingly in the holes the water comes out ! Time for the weekly water change. If it wasn't for the...
  5. 2pods

    BBA in Low Light tank

    Weekly water change of 30% as recommended for Neutro. Will cut lighting to 8 hours ? It's always been the same tap water and I've only had this for a few months. Tank has been totally stable for two or three years with no discernible algae (though there must have been some, as my Otos survive)
  6. 2pods

    BBA in Low Light tank

    Will do. As you can see, I already have the liquid C02 going :thumbup:
  7. 2pods

    BBA in Low Light tank

    I'm going to cut the ferts in half too, to see if there is any change. I suspected the filter was under specced. Serves me right. I should have stuck with a Rena like my last tank, as that was as good as it's publicity blurb. I'll try and change it as soon as some spare loot appears.
  8. 2pods

    BBA in Low Light tank

    Thanks I'll try cutting the feeding down. I think you're right. That's what could have done it. Unfortunately I think my plants are too far gone, so may have to clear them.
  9. 2pods

    BBA in Low Light tank

    I have an Interpet Fishpod 120L I've been running for over five years. It has a variety of low/med light plants, gravel, and Mopani wood, which were doing well over all this time, being fed 5ml Neutro daily, along with half a cap of Neutro CO2 daily. Weekly water change is 30-40%. Filter is a...
  10. 2pods

    TMC Growbeam Ultima Twin

    I see now. Thanks
  11. 2pods

    TMC Growbeam Ultima Twin

    So looking down onto the top of the tank: I I Rather than: -----
  12. 2pods

    TMC Growbeam Ultima Twin

    Thanks. I'm a bit in the dark (no pun intended) about these LEDs, but I was thinking of the 'leccy bill. I'm currently using one tube of a dual 39w T5 canopy about 6 inches from the cover glass. Maybe I would be better off with two Ultima singles ? That way I could put them end to end
  13. 2pods

    TMC Growbeam Ultima Twin

    I was thinking about just sitting them on the cover glass. Would it be better higher up off it ?
  14. 2pods

    TMC Growbeam Ultima Twin

    Is this two separate strips ? Could this just sit on the cover glass of the tank ? Finally would one of these do a 36" x 12" x 15" tank with liquid carbon, but maybe going pressurised later ?
  15. 2pods

    Nasty wee tank lighting thoughts

    After having to sell my Rio 400 with FE C02, external, UV, reactor, etc, etc, I started a little Clearseal 3 footer, and wasn't fussed what (plant wise) was in it. I eventually got some stems from AE, and still had some Java Fern, Crypts left (all the swords etc went with the Rio). Anyway...
  16. 2pods

    Teratec EX600 or EX700 for 110L tank ?

    Not having any luck with Hairgrass at the mo'. It seems to have disappeared. Maybe the fish had it ? I'll try the rest. Still can't find that label. It was a Tropica pot too!
  17. 2pods

    Teratec EX600 or EX700 for 110L tank ?

    I know what you mean. My hut was full of Dan's FEs :lol: The nearest refill place was 40 miles away, and I don't drive. Could you recommend some good low/med light stuff ? The old favourite weed Cabomba is growing nicely, as is some Hygophilia, and some stuff that has very thin, long, leaves...
  18. 2pods

    Teratec EX600 or EX700 for 110L tank ?

    The whole FE thing really. It was very hard to get refills locally, and now I no longer have the 400L I was using it on, or it's nice cabinet to put them in. If you wouldn't run a T5 with Excel, what would you use ? Bearing in mind, that it's on 8 hours a day. I'm not arguing. I'm just curious
  19. 2pods

    Teratec EX600 or EX700 for 110L tank ?

    Thanks everyone. It's looking like the 700 then. There is another unswitched 39w T5 in the light unit, but I can't go presssurised again, so I'm assuming it would just be algae city if I used both with liquid C02 ?
  20. 2pods

    Teratec EX600 or EX700 for 110L tank ?

    Now I'm down to one 110L tank with liquid C02, I've been using two Elite Stingray 15's mostly because they fit on the ends of the tank, and my plants aren't anything special (One 39w T5), it's mainly about fish: 4 albino corys, two female and one male dwarf gouramis, half a dozen glo lights, and...
  21. 2pods

    Where to buy in Scotland.

    I've had stuff sent up from Trimar to Gourock over the years, and I agree their stock and service are great ! I still have an a veil tail angel from them who must be about seven or eight years old.
  22. 2pods

    Argos cupboard altered for stand

    I've actually given up on the idea. The tank will be staying in the kitchen for the forseeable. Of course, that leaves me with an external to shift. Sorry I was no help
  23. 2pods

    Argos cupboard altered for stand

    After all this time, the tank is still on the kitchen counter. I've given up waiting. Once I fixed his computer that 's the last I saw of him (until he breaks it again). Friends eh ? However, that still leaves me looking for a cheap stand. Could anyone recommend anything ?
  24. 2pods

    Argos cupboard altered for stand

    Thanks very much, I appreciate it :-) I'll give it to the Wood Wizard as soon as he turns up, and let you know how it goes. Yes, I do have a drill.
  25. 2pods

    Argos cupboard altered for stand

    As the site manager/joiner still seems to be minding his site, though I think he's more of a waiter (well, he's certainly making me wait ! ;-) )I've been thinking along the the lines of some wood columns running front to back,underneath , to the same depth as the plastic legs to take the weight...
  26. 2pods

    Argos cupboard altered for stand

    It's OK, a mate who is a joiner (he won't like me saying this, as these days he is a site manager) who has promised to have a look at it. As to when, well he's a site manager, so who knows how long he'll take ? All suggestions are welcome, as the tank is in the kitchen at the mo. I certainly...
  27. 2pods

    Argos cupboard altered for stand

    Thanks, is the 3" x 2" at the back going horizontally ? I think it will need something underneath too, as I want to use put an external filter there.
  28. 2pods

    Argos cupboard altered for stand

    I remember Dave Spencer using a cupboard from Argos with a piece of metal tubing for a small tank stand. Assuming I find a piece of conti board of 36" to sit over the top, as its for a 36" x12"x12", where ( and maybe how) should I strenthgen it. It being this ...
  29. 2pods

    Superfish 1400 no sponge

    Thanks. Something else to think about.
  30. 2pods

    Superfish 1400 no sponge

    Thanks Dan I assume I'd have to put it in with either the Bioballs, or the ceramic rings ? What about the floss pads ?
  31. 2pods

    Superfish 1400 no sponge

    Thanks Dan I asume I'd have to put it in with either the Bioballs, or the ceramic rings ? What about the floss pads ?
  32. 2pods

    Superfish 1400 no sponge

    I've just bought a Superfish 1400 external, and although it has Bio Balls, Ceramic Rings,Carbon, and three floss shaped pads, there are no sponges. OK, maybe it doesn't need sponges, but are there spare shaped floss pads available, and could I put sponge in ? Has anyone used this filter ? ISTR...
  33. 2pods

    Help, Urgent filter problem.

    I was up all night ! Set alarm for 4am..filter Ok Looked out of loft window 8.00am..filter still Ok. BTW, this IS a gravity filter. My previous was pressurised :-) Peter
  34. 2pods

    Help, Urgent filter problem.

    I had a look on on of the other forums (forii ?), and it seems to have happened before. Hozelock have replaced one of the boxes saying it may have been warped. So, I've stuck three granite cubes on the lid, but it still lifts a bit. Thanks for your good wishes
  35. 2pods

    Help, Urgent filter problem.

    My very old Bioforce 2200's UV on our little pond had failed, so I thought I would try one of the Hozelock EcoPower+ gravity filters and move a Bioforce 3000UV from our bigger pond up to the small one, and install the EcoPower on the large one (which had the recommended Titan 3000 pump already...
  36. 2pods

    Aquatics Online Plants

    Have just seen this via a newsletter/email from the shop. http://www.aquatics-online.co.uk/catalogue/aquatic-plants-live-.asp Is it me, or are plant prices going up fast ?
  37. 2pods

    water lettuce

    I kept six from last year, put them in a 100L with 2 x39w T5s, and I've had so many, I've had toto compost them monthly. I tried twelve really big ones out in the pond two weeks ago, but it was obviously too cold, or I should have hardened them off first. Anyway, I've kept the twelve biggest...
  38. 2pods

    PFK Website Compromised

    Log on with the wrong password, click forgot password, get new link sent to you, create new password :) Assuming the PFK website is back up of course :wink:
  39. 2pods

    PFK Website Compromised

    I'm not on it AFAICS, but it's a scary thing.
  40. 2pods

    PFK Website Compromised

    PFK's site is still down, but all I think I can do is change what passwords I can remember elsewhere :x
  41. 2pods

    PFK Website Compromised

    smells a bit fishy to me IGMC :lol: Seriously, he was worried about attempted identity theft and cc fraud. It's happened to me before.
  42. 2pods

    PFK Website Compromised

    I've just had an email from Matt @ PFK saying their website has been hacked, losing names, addresses, email addies, and possible telephone numbers. Worrying :-(
  43. 2pods

    FE use by ?

    Thanks very much for your very clear reply. This was what I wanted to know. I'm keeping it as a reference. Maybe there could be a sticky on C02 bottle, FE, care etc, ? Would it be OK to keep the filled FEs in an outside hut in winter ?
  44. 2pods

    FE use by ?

    Thanks guys. I can go back to worrying about where I'm going to keep them now :lol:
  45. 2pods

    FE use by ?

    That's where I'm taking them. It's just not that local. I don't drive, so I thought I'd get the lot filled while I had a chance.
  46. 2pods

    FE use by ?

    I have a chance to refill all five of my 2kg FE's and my Aquamas Bottle at once. There is nowhere local, and I usually have no transport, so this would be a one off, as I'm getting a lift. Considering a 2kg FE wil last me anywhere between three to six months, how long would the "shelf life" be...
  47. 2pods

    Loose Gauge Cover

    Integral part of fishkeeping, Super Glue is. As used by Juwel when they sent me some with a replacement tank brace. I was going to glue my favourite fish to the front glass so I could watch them all the time :jawdrop :lol: :lol:
  48. 2pods

    Loose Gauge Cover

    Thanks.
  49. 2pods

    Loose Gauge Cover

    I have an Aquamas reg that has a loose clear plastic pressure dial cover (bottle needle side). I have usually just shoved it back on. Would any c02 be lost ?
  50. 2pods

    Salvinia for Ponds, not Natans

    Thanks Mark, I've been thinking that, but I'm almost sure I had seen it in a book. If I still have the book well and good, if not I'll try the Natans.
  51. 2pods

    Salvinia for Ponds, not Natans

    When I first set up our little pond about five years ago, I managed to find a form of Salvina (I think it was grown hydroponically as it was in a small plastic container with clear fluid that wasn't water), but it wasn't salvina natans. It seemed bigger and the leaves were more erect. It did...
  52. 2pods

    Easy Balance and water changes

    The only reason I was using it was because, as you say, they were samples. Once they're finished it's back to the Tapsafe as it's far less fiddly to measure, and much cheaper. Thanks
  53. 2pods

    Easy Balance and water changes

    When I got my last 36" Clearseal tank, it came with two bottles each of Tetra Safe Start and Tetra Easy Balance. As I normally use Tapsafe and change 25% water weekly, I didn't want to leave the water changes that long but still wanted to give the Easy Balance a go to see how it affected pH, KH...
  54. 2pods

    Yeast Co2 + Excel

    I have the filter just "ruffling" the surface. I'm leaning more towards taking the bottles out, and dosing Excel daily. Still weighing it up
  55. 2pods

    Yeast Co2 + Excel

    I have a German ebay external reactor + 2Kg FE setup on my main tank (Rio 400), but there is no room even for an external filter on the kitchen tank. I think the only worry I have is will the combination of Excel every two days plus the two Nutrafin (using the homebrew recipe) bottles be too...
  56. 2pods

    Yeast Co2 + Excel

    Still thinking :?
  57. 2pods

    Yeast Co2 + Excel

    For some reason Excel was OOS for a while when I set a 36x12x15 with 2x39w T5s up. So I stuck two of the yeast based bottles (Nutrafin ?) in just to have something. Now that my Excel has turned up, should I stop the bottles and dose Excel only, or will the recommended dosgage (every second day)...
  58. 2pods

    Glo T5 overhead lighting

    I have one of the double GloT5s (2 x 39w). It seems to spread the light faily evenly. Also the adjustable clamps open a good bit, so you should be OK but here's the man to ask: jonathan.wright@rchagen.com
  59. 2pods

    API Test Kit ph for Drop Checker ?

    Thanks
  60. 2pods

    API Test Kit ph for Drop Checker ?

    Now that I'm about to run out of the original fluid that came with the checker, can I use the pH test stuff from my API Master Test Kit ?
  61. 2pods

    WHERE CAN I GET MY FE REFILLED?

    Rightyo, here's the last guy who did mine. Obviously it's in Scotland. CO2 and FE supplier: H2O Fire Protection Location : 8 Noddleburn Gardens, Largs Tel: 01475 630469 Mob: 07958 630469 Email: h2ofire@hotmail.com Service : 2k FE or Aquamas bottle door to door £15 Can take up to two weeks...
  62. 2pods

    Clearseal 36" lighting and cover

    It's a pity the http://www.tropical-aquarium-plants.co.uk shop and website wasn't still going, as my main tank is still running most of the pack they sent a couple of years ago. Greenline, or whatever they're called now, seem to do only individual plants, so I'll have a look at Java. I just...
  63. 2pods

    Clearseal 36" lighting and cover

    Sorted for glass top via Aquatics Online. Just got to find a S/H reg and solenoid now. I see Greenline is no more, so how is Plants Alive for a Collection for initial planting ?
  64. 2pods

    WHERE CAN I GET MY FE REFILLED?

    What are you doing with the old ones then ?
  65. 2pods

    2x39w T5 over 28usg too much ?

    It'll get heavily planted OK. I'm just too skint and short of space to get another C02 kit (using the Aquamas one on the Rio 400) just yet.
  66. 2pods

    2x39w T5 over 28usg too much ?

    Well, looks like I'll be selling it then. I have a Rio 400 with 4x36w T8 and FE C02, but this was to do a kitchen tank. Oh well, that will teach me not to be so trusting.
  67. 2pods

    2x39w T5 over 28usg too much ?

    See above i.e. Flourish once a week, and probably two yeast-based C02 bottles. The luminaire looks like a Arcadia, but isn't individually switched (at least there is no on/off switch), it sits about six inches off the tank, and there will be cover glass between light and tank. So it looks like...
  68. 2pods

    2x39w T5 over 28usg too much ?

    As I couldn't find a luminaire as small as big as the tank (Clearseal 36x12x15"), I ended up with this: http://www.ukpetsupplies.com/Details.aspx?ProdId=3088&CatId=1349&ParentId=1349 Is it too much for the tank ? I would have gone for this, but didn't think the light would be even as the ends...
  69. 2pods

    Clearseal 36" lighting and cover

    I have my poor old 36wx4 T8s sorted for my Juwel Rio 400 with FE C02 (easy peasy as it's near enough systemised), but after a chance visit to Pets@Home, I canced on a 36"x12"x15" of much cheapness :D Anyway I didn't fancy the only hood they had, and the lighing options were of the not very...
  70. 2pods

    Aquamas Reactor Insert Problem

    That will giive me something to plan over the winter. I may as well think about doing our two very small ponds too ! :lol:
  71. 2pods

    Aquamas Reactor Insert Problem

    It was actually not as bad as I thought it would be :D I switched off the XP3 and took out the inlet/primer bit, then I just drained the reactor via it's bleed tap. I could really use some of those taps though, especially when I'm changing the UV bulb. I think I would be better off using...
  72. 2pods

    Aquamas Reactor Insert Problem

    That sounds good 8) Do you have a link ? I'll have to do it this afternoon, but it would be good for next time. Also, did you wash your insert (oh-er !) in tank or tap water ? Thanks again
  73. 2pods

    Aquamas Reactor Insert Problem

    Thanks for your help :) Any tips to avoid a wet carpet ? Mine is fed with a short hose from a Rena XP3 filter. From the reactor there is another short hose to a Vecton UV, then up to the tank (Rio 400).
  74. 2pods

    Aquamas Reactor Insert Problem

    I've had this inline FE CO2 setup for about two and a half years now, and it has been easy to use with good results. Sometimes there is a build up of gas at the top, so I bleed it with the small tap to restore the water level. Today though I cleaned the XP3 filter that feeds the reactor, just...
  75. 2pods

    Juwel light question

    Try contacting Juwel UK. The same thing happened to one of my light units, and even though I was just outside the two year warranty, they replaced it free except for the postage to send mine down gordon@juwel-aquarium.co.uk 01953 603839 (Fax, Business) 01953 606363 (Business) Juwel Aquarium...
  76. 2pods

    Reactor question and other stuff

    I run a Aquamas reactor with a Rena XP3 into a Vecton UV15 and it's been fine until now. However, today I cleaned the XP3 while I was vaucuming the tank and tonight I've noticed a build up of bubbles at the bottom (normally it's the top and you can just bleed it off with the handy little tap)...
  77. 2pods

    Help CO2 not working

    Great ! :D Let us know if there's anything else we can help with.
  78. 2pods

    Help CO2 not working

    No problem. I remember what it was like, so I hope something works for you.
  79. 2pods

    Help CO2 not working

    Looks like your reg came with the solenoid already fiitted, so it will be on the right way. "cycling" the solenoid is AFAIK plugging in and out a few times. I know it's a hassle, but could you make sure the socket/plug board it's plugged into is getting power ? If you have dial readings, it...
  80. 2pods

    Help CO2 not working

    If it's an inline solenoid (fixed on the reg as opposed to after the needle valve with tubing) be careful the solenoid is not on backwards. Anyone with an Aquamas reg will know what I mean. There is a arrow indicating co2 flow and it's possible to fit it the wrong way around. If so...
  81. 2pods

    The most unusual fish that works in a planted tank...

    I've got 10 Clown Loaches, and though I have to put the odd bit of plantage back in after their algae wafers, they're OK on the plants.
  82. 2pods

    Where to buy in Scotland.

    CO2 and FE supplier: H2O Fire Protection Don't think he's still going, or he isn't interested. Didn't get back to me the last time I phoned. Too dear anyway
  83. 2pods

    Lighting - T8 or perhaps T6 and recommendations...

    I use two Arcadia OT and two Acrcadia FW T8's over my Rio 400 on two ballasts. I messed about when fitting them and came to the conclusion that the best combination (for me) was : Ballast 1: 2 x OT (front) Ballast 2: 2x FW (back) Any other way I tried made it either too pink, or too yellow...
  84. 2pods

    When FEs go bad.............

    Co2 ? Deffo a pain in the proverbial :roll: FE guy appeared with a black replacement FE while my two 2k FE and Aquamas bottle are away being refilled. Unfortunately the pressure was worse than the two I'm having refilled. Nearly below 50bar So I'm having to do without until mine are refilled...
  85. 2pods

    Opti White High Clarity V Float Glass.

    Though funnily enough, all the Juwel stands are MDF. I have a 400l sitting on one :? Weird
  86. 2pods

    Opti White High Clarity V Float Glass.

    I take it that will be the "Honeycombed structure recycled paper filling" ? Ikea have a bloomin' cheek ! I would like these things to state what weight they could take
  87. 2pods

    new seal set for regulator ?

    I disconnected my FE as it had definately started to drop (Andy was right), phoned the the filler fella.....who said he had forgotten. :roll: He'll be here today, if he can make it, or early next week if he remembers :cry: Score so far : 1 x empty Aquamas bottle 2 x empty 2kg FEs Algae be...
  88. 2pods

    new seal set for regulator ?

    I don't want to leave the tank without Co2 and I really don't want to disturb the seals, 'cos as I said it is a bodge. Prolly if I disturb them I'll never get it without leaks again :lol: I just thought there might be spare sets from from the sellers. I don't know about a NDR (I think I'll...
  89. 2pods

    new seal set for regulator ?

    It's the attachment of the needle valve/solenoid seals, I think. I'll check tomorrow. Peter
  90. 2pods

    new seal set for regulator ?

    Thanks Flora, but it's the set of seals that came with the reg and solenoid I was after. One of the ones I'm using was chewed up (I must have tightened it too much) so I used one of the solenoid ones, which is not great. Since I've had it like this it's been working fine, but the bubble size...
  91. 2pods

    new seal set for regulator ?

    Does any have any idea where I could get a new set of seals for my Aquamas regulator ? I've checked their site AND emailed them, but I don't think they want to know :cry: Otherwise , can anyone recommend a reg that won't dump when the pressure goes down, works with a FE, and the Aquamas...
  92. 2pods

    first post

    I've just thought of something. See that very small buckety thing at the front ? Thats what started me off on the whole pond/tank thing. I bought it in Tesco's and it came with a small water lily, a Arrowhead, and a Canna lily. All for £12 :-)
  93. 2pods

    first post

    Thanks Dave Not usually in the containers, but we have had fry turning up in them. Probably from eggs on the plants that I've moved in from the ponds.
  94. 2pods

    Easy water changing...

    5% to 10% ? Not worth unravelling the Python for. 25% or nowt :lol:
  95. 2pods

    first post

    As requested, here are some old pics of the pondlets. From the back window from the path Bigger one Smaller one With added bucket
  96. 2pods

    Journal My New Filter and Pond - Lots of pictures

    Wow ! Thats what I call really organised 8) Makes mine look like the outdoor fish baths they are :lol:
  97. 2pods

    first post

    I'll try and get some this week
  98. 2pods

    first post

    I was surprised to see no posts here already ? Anyway, I have two small ponds (more of outside raised fishtanks really), both made from railway sleepers and liner. The smaller one is 162 gallons and is on the patio. Filtering is by a Titan 200 solids pump and a Bioforce 2200UV pressurised...
  99. 2pods

    Easy water changing...

    I use one of these http://www.aquatics-online.co.uk/catalogue/water-changers.asp The Python is great no more buckets for me ! I just add the dechlor as its re-filling using my mixer tap to match tempertures. Peter
  100. 2pods

    When To Change Co2 Bottle Co2 Reg Gauge Marker

    I've got 10 of them. Some are hitting the 5-6" mark now. They're OK, just sometimes pull a stem out while grubbing about :lol: My plants are only Rotala Macranda, Indian Fern, some Swords, Cabomba, and a smallish hygro variety, so I'm not too worried
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