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  1. tubamanandy

    Anyone experienced with dry start method

    Zeus, what substrate is that you are using ?
  2. tubamanandy

    Anyone experienced with dry start method

    Looking to do my very first dry-start (experienced planted tank enthusiast). Is it permissible to use a sand over soil (not sure which soil but would like to use one of the cheap Miracle Gro soils) base ? Would the roots of the fledgling plants reach down through the sand to the nutrient rich...
  3. tubamanandy

    Full Spectrum/Low Profile/High Output LEDs in UK ?

    Thanks for all of your help - I'm really leaning towards to Twinstar LED Aquarium Light 600SA Adjustable so I can basically grow anything.....with the correct eveyrthing else in place :)
  4. tubamanandy

    Full Spectrum/Low Profile/High Output LEDs in UK ?

    Thanks guys - same names appearing as when I was last looking a few years back - Twinstar & Chirios (had the Chirios) - I guess the eg, Fluval 3.0 plant wouldnt be well regarded ?
  5. tubamanandy

    Full Spectrum/Low Profile/High Output LEDs in UK ?

    I live in UK but totally out of touch with decent quality commercial made LED lights available in uk. Can someone bring me upto speed with what makes/models to look at ? Full high-tech tank (CO2/EI/Substrate etc), I'm looking for a low profile/good PAR/Full spectrum LED unit for a 3-4ft tank...
  6. tubamanandy

    Whats the secret to keeping Red plants Red ?

    Thanks for all of the replies - I think I've got decent lighting but I've a feeling it maybe something else as no trouble growing many green plants
  7. tubamanandy

    Whats the secret to keeping Red plants Red ?

    I'm using a good quality light, good substrate, stable CO2, weekly large water changes, god quality ferts but I can never seem to keep red plants red. I've heard dosing additional Iron maybe the key or very high light. Any ideas as I'm really not a newbie and its bugged me for a long time.
  8. tubamanandy

    Nano Tank Expert Needed

    Can anyone recommend a really good quality Nano tank setup ? I've got a high-tec planted aquarium thats fine, looking to purchase a Nano tank that either comes with proper lighting (led,good spectrum,plenty of light) and a decent filter thats fit for purpose. Not sure it the light/filter...
  9. tubamanandy

    Declorinators in planted tanks

    Do declorinators cause any issues in planted tanks ? I filter all my replacement tank water through carbon blocks and never use a declorinator but I am aware this will not stop chloramine so thinking of using a declorinator assuming no issues in a planted tank
  10. tubamanandy

    Going back to Pollen type diffusers

    You're feeding CO2 onto the APS EF ? Have you drilled it etc ?
  11. tubamanandy

    Going back to Pollen type diffusers

    Used an external CO2 reactor (Sera 500 & 1000) on the exit of my largish Eheim external filter on my 100 litre fully planted tank for past 18m or so quite successfully. Came to clean it out yesterday and started to think one day it will let me down with either the impellers sticking (forcing me...
  12. tubamanandy

    Just received my SB Reef Lights 16" Freshwater from the US

    Just imported a SB Reef Lights 16" Freshwater LED into the UK. Not set it up yet but tried it and pretty impressed - total cost to UK was £125 including everything (duties/tax etc) £101 + £24. Having purchased, and still having, at least 4-5 other LED fixtures decided to purchase this one...
  13. tubamanandy

    Jebao DP-2 Dosing Pump

    It's only a 100 ltr and I dose EI Micro/Macro alternate days
  14. tubamanandy

    Jebao DP-2 Dosing Pump

    Can anyone give me an EI dosing schedule/programme guidance for a Jebao DP-2 Dosing Pump for dosing Macro/Micro alternative days ?
  15. tubamanandy

    Red Tiger Lotus

    Absolutely love the look of the Red Tiger Lotus but read an article a while back saying they were a nightmare in a normal planted aquarium for a whole host of reasons. Can someone put me straight as its's years (20+) since I had this beautiful plant in my tank
  16. tubamanandy

    Update.....Fluval 2.0 Or Interpet tri spec advice please??

    It's a good light - I've got one
  17. tubamanandy

    Anyone dosing EI with a couple of Dennerle Dosators?

    Anyone dosing EI with a couple of Dennerle Dosators? Is it working ?
  18. tubamanandy

    Best way to get rid of air from a large External

    Thanks for that, its not an O-Ring issue. Your second paragraph is an excellent idea - I'm putting an Eheim tap on the outlet before my external reactor so I can suck to start the syphon process correctly, should easily sort my issues when cleaning the filter. Recently took me 20 mins to get it...
  19. tubamanandy

    Best way to get rid of air from a large External

    Every time |I clean my large Eheim external filter out, I struggle for ages to purge the air and get the filter pumping again despite the filter having a priming button. Is there an easy/foolproof or correct way of doing it ? I was thinking of attaching a syphon bulb to the outlet but not sure...
  20. tubamanandy

    Importing a light from USA to UK

    Thanks guys
  21. tubamanandy

    Importing a light from USA to UK

    I'm considering importing a LED light circa $150 from the USA to UK. Anyone any idea what I will pay approx in tax & import duties ?
  22. tubamanandy

    Anyone in UK using an Energenie Trailing Power Socket

    Real quality and amazing piece of kit that I've been using for a couple of years BUT does anyone know how to syncronise the time on the unit ? I turned iot off with the big red switch for 15 mins the other night and now all my timings are 15 mins out...doh ! I've tried hooking it up to my...
  23. tubamanandy

    Fluval or Chihiros Light Units

    Also have a look at the Interpet Tri-Spec - nice spectrum to look at with Cree whites, red and blue. I have the latest Chirios - its very bright but I really dont like the visable spectrum. I've also had the early version of the Fluval Plant and the spectrum was really nice to look at.
  24. tubamanandy

    Ikea 'grow light' for plants?

    Not very powerful and I would want alot more info about the the leds prior to even thinking about ordering it
  25. tubamanandy

    Anyone using a Lunar LED Light strip ?

    All those questions are worrying me too - I would have thought total wattage would be an absolute minimum
  26. tubamanandy

    Anyone using a Lunar LED Light strip ?

    Anyone (probably UK based) using a Lunar LED setup ? http://www.lunarled.co.uk/2ft-lighting-setup_5778 2 x white, 1 x blue & 1 x red strips of leds - just need to know what you think of the light. Is it powerful enough and with a decent spectrum to grow more demanding plants ? If anyone has a...
  27. tubamanandy

    Nerites Breeding

    I appear to have several very small snails on the front glass and I've only Nerites in the tank - also, not put any new plants in for months. The Nerites have definitely been showing signs of breeding over past week.
  28. tubamanandy

    Nerites Breeding

    The Nerites in my planted Discus tank appear to be breeding for fun at the moment. Anything I need to be careful of ?
  29. tubamanandy

    CO2 Regulators - a cautionary tale

    If this helps one person, its been worth writing it:- I've been plagued for months now with irregular CO2 control, never being able to get a constant bubble rate no matter what I do and using alot more CO2 than I should be using - I've been blaming it on my CO2 Art regulator. I've never...
  30. tubamanandy

    Anyone got an Oase Biomaster 350 Thermo ?

    Just spotted the other thread - apologies
  31. tubamanandy

    Anyone got an Oase Biomaster 350 Thermo ?

    Really could do with a review of this filter or at least opinions. I don't think its been out that long and remember thinking it is quite innovative with a long guarantee so the company are obviously backing the product
  32. tubamanandy

    What output pressure should I be using ?

    What output pressure should I be using with a Rex Grigg style external CO2 reactor ? I'm guessing it should be a bit lower that what you would use for say an inline diffuser or pollen type diffuser as it doesnt have a ceramic disc to push the CO2 through
  33. tubamanandy

    Looking for a Looking for a new or used Aqueon Pro heater in UK

    One looks like a Aqueon copy but much cheaper
  34. tubamanandy

    Looking for a Looking for a new or used Aqueon Pro heater in UK

    Looking for a new or used Aqueon pro heater 100w or 150w in the UK - anyone any ideas as cant seem to find one anywhere - I know they are expensive but really fancy one
  35. tubamanandy

    Which Thermometers

    I've got a long glass thermometer with mercury (lab grade) - really happy with it but not that practical :)
  36. tubamanandy

    Regulators again

    No leaks I can find but fairly long pipe length (proper CO2 pipe) - I feed my CO2 into an external reactor, dont suppose I need a large output pressure as I'm not putting the CO2 through any form of diffuser. Any ideas what output pressure I should be using ? Currently set at around 20psi and I...
  37. tubamanandy

    Regulators again

    Other than CO2 Art in the UK, can anyone recommend a decent twin-stage CO2 regulator that also has a good needle valve ? I'm still using a CO2 Art model (and had one before this one) and I'm not impressed. Despite supposedly having a better quality needle valve it does nothing - I'm continually...
  38. tubamanandy

    Reactors - separate up or inline ?

    My reactor is currently inline from my large Eheim external filter - although it works great, flow is severely impeded. Do most people that havew a reactor use this arrangement or do you have a separate pump/powerhead ?
  39. tubamanandy

    Trimming Stem Plants

    Is there a correct way to trim stem plants ? When I usually cut the tops the plants end up looking sort of wrong and un-natural. Is there a correct technique to keep the plant looking correct at the top ?
  40. tubamanandy

    Contemplating CO2

    I agree that a 1Ph (x10) drop in PH can easily be fatal but only if its fast - most fish that I keep easily cope with a slow drop
  41. tubamanandy

    Contemplating CO2

    Planted Bows: Really not sure if your comments are right. "To give an example mine is around the 7ph mark and drops to just over 6 which can be really harmful to fish" Surely the PH drops depends alot on what your KH is and how buffered your water is ? Also, from my experience I don't think a...
  42. tubamanandy

    Crypt Recomendations please

    Looking for some visually interesting looking crypts, something a bit different for a Discus tank circa 28C
  43. tubamanandy

    Crypt Recomendations please

    Looking for some good/interesting Crypt recommendations for warmer temps and that can be found relatively easily in the UK. Any suggestions ?
  44. tubamanandy

    Flow Valve

    Really glad I bought this little guy 6 months ago - it was cheap 16/22mm and gives a great simple visual notification of my flow rate. Would definitely recommend one
  45. tubamanandy

    Initial Planting - No ferts needed ?

    Mostly looking at the Tropica pots so best not to fertilise for first few weeks ?
  46. tubamanandy

    Initial Planting - No ferts needed ?

    Just about to do a full re-plant and read somewhere on Tropica site that no need to add any additional ferts for first 2-3 weeks as the plants will use their existing supplies and less chance of algae when first setup. Is this good advise ?
  47. tubamanandy

    Will any LED light fixture grow plants?

    I thought it had a dimmer (but not sunrise/sunset) ?
  48. tubamanandy

    Will any LED light fixture grow plants?

    Anyone using an AquaLighter 2 , seem a really interesting product. http://www.aqualighter.com/aquascape.html?language=gb
  49. tubamanandy

    Will any LED light fixture grow plants?

    Thanks for that - most helpful !
  50. tubamanandy

    Will any LED light fixture grow plants?

    Looking like light is my issue - I have a 28W fixture over a 20 gall tank which is quite deep, 72cm x 35cm x 50cm (50cm is quite deep I guess for penetration)
  51. tubamanandy

    Will any LED light fixture grow plants?

    Will any LED light fixture designed for planted aquariums grow plants? Reason I ask is I have a generic 28w 6500k unit for my 3ft tank and it was relatively cheap and the company that produces it dont supply PAR readings or any other information. Ive always struggled growing plants despite...
  52. tubamanandy

    True Flow Rates - External Filters

    2 months after cleaning, I decided to accurately test the flow rate on my EHIEM PRO 3 350. Its under a 90Ltr tank with a quality german made CO2 reactor on the outflow pipe. It also only has sponges in it - 3 grades from memory which wont be that dirty as I usually clean the external around...
  53. tubamanandy

    Found a quality inline german reactor with 16mm connectors

    Mines working really well - definitely never see any bubbles in the tank and getting a decent PH drop BUT, and here's the BUT, quite a significant flow decrease. However, I'mn using quite a large Eheim on a 90 ltr tank
  54. tubamanandy

    Using Liguid Carbon as an algaecide

    Thanks
  55. tubamanandy

    Fe still the cheapest co2 method?

    Is it relatively easy to get hold of pub type 5Kg CO2 bottles (small/squat style) in the UK ?
  56. tubamanandy

    Using Liguid Carbon as an algaecide

    "My anubias suffered from BBA. Treating leaves with diluted liquid carbon will kill the BBA" How exactly would you do this ? Strength, time etc etc
  57. tubamanandy

    Using Liguid Carbon as an algaecide

    Can someone explain how you would use liquid carbon as an algaecide ? I have a BBA issue with slow growing plants (Anubias mainly) - I feel I have good flow and plenty of CO2, just need top know how to use liquid carbon in addition to this as an algaecide
  58. tubamanandy

    Is it possible to have a high tech planted and well stocked Community tank without algae issues ?

    You tend to see most Discus breeders feeding beefheart to no doubt speed up the growth rate for sale - I would guess its quite unnatural
  59. tubamanandy

    Is it possible to have a high tech planted and well stocked Community tank without algae issues ?

    Is it possible to have a high tech planted and well stocked Community tank without algae issues ? Only really seen very nice high tec planted tanks that are incredibly lightly stocked with fish. Is there an art or secret to running this type of tank without algae issues or are the two mutually...
  60. tubamanandy

    Best way to install flow sensor?

    This looks promising ? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hall-effect-G3-4-DN20-water-Flow-Counter-Sensor-with-Digital-LCD-Meter-Gauge-/322149065958?hash=item4b0194a4e6:g:0kcAAOSw6btXRsNu
  61. tubamanandy

    Hang on Tank Drop Checkers

    How do you get hold of one ? Looks ideal
  62. tubamanandy

    Hang on Tank Drop Checkers

    Anyone know if its possible to buy a hang on drop checker for thickish glass and quite long ? I've seen the type I want but my glass is too thick and the drop to the water too long - any ideas ?
  63. tubamanandy

    Do carbon blocks remove/neutralise Chloramine ?

    I use a pre-filter & 2 carbon blocks for pre-filtering water when doing water changes. Will they remove or neutralise Chloramine and most other nasties in my water ? Luckily, I'm blessed with very soft water
  64. tubamanandy

    Found a quality inline german reactor with 16mm connectors

    Wish I had an english manual for the damned thing ! Seems to be working fine but company are german and unwilling to help despite spending a small fortune on it
  65. tubamanandy

    Superjet design

    Didn't know that - I have a Eheim Pro 3. Why does it have the bypass yet not the Classic range ?
  66. tubamanandy

    Superjet design

    Are the Eheim Classics still totally bullitproof?
  67. tubamanandy

    Found a quality inline german reactor with 16mm connectors

    Mines all setup and running - certainly cant see any bubbles in the tank, lets hope its doing a great job of saturating the water with CO2
  68. tubamanandy

    Cheap FE co2 refill Bracknall

    Gosh I wish I lived near Bracknell !
  69. tubamanandy

    Found a quality inline german reactor with 16mm connectors

    Anyone using one of these ? http://www.us-aquaristikshop.com/co2-reaktoren/co2-aussenreaktor-ar-us50-16mm-mit-blasenzaehler.html Looks a real quality piece of kit but quite expensive although just what I'm looking for
  70. tubamanandy

    Uneven production of CO2 bubbles from diffuser better options?

    I may have had a dodgy one but just chucked away a brand new Tropica 3 in 1 CO2 diffuser as bubble were fasr too large in my opinion - certainly not a mist. To be fair, it could have been a faulty disc but was really unimpressed with it
  71. tubamanandy

    Trace element mix..

    Yes, really good and no issues - much cheaper also
  72. tubamanandy

    Ehiem proffessional 3 thermo filter

    I use the Non-thermo version of your filter and no issues.........so far after 18 months. Whilst I would have preferred the Thermo-filter, the thought of something going wrong with it led me down the non-thermo route which so far I have no regretted
  73. tubamanandy

    Regulators & Temperature Compensation

    How do you check if you have a twin-stage regulator ? Mine has two dials but not sure if its a twin stage. Also, do better regulators have some form of temperature compensation as I'm fed up with having to change the bubble rate when room is eg.much warmer or colder.
  74. tubamanandy

    Cleaning Pollen Type Diffusers

    Can you ever really successfully clean a pollen type diffuser ? I soak mine for ages in a thin bleach solution but they never seem as good as when you first get them - I usually end up ordering several on Ebay :- Any tips or does anyone agree ?
  75. tubamanandy

    Interesting Crypts

    What a cracking resource - thanks for posting
  76. tubamanandy

    Interesting Crypts

    Can anyone recommend some really interesting Crypts (Anubias) that you can usually get hold of ?
  77. tubamanandy

    Is there a must have 'Bible' for this hobby ?

    Is there a must have 'Bible' for this hobby ? Has anyone brought out a recent/uptodate book regarding Planted Aquaria with good solid advise ?
  78. tubamanandy

    Anubias/Java Fern on wood

    I neglected to say I also have some quality fish in there as well so would prefer more frequent water changes
  79. tubamanandy

    Sand Substrates - anaerobic

    Any other thoughts ? There will be limited planting in the sand (mostly Anubias/Java fern on wood - see my other thread). Apart from Malysian Trumpet snails, which I am aware of, anything else that would keep the substrate from going bad ?
  80. tubamanandy

    Anubias/Java Fern on wood

    Just converting my high tech setup to basically a sand base with Anubias/Ferns/Mosses on wood for a change. I'm keeping my light levels fairly low and still plan to use my daily EI & bottled CO2. Whilst I know these type of plants are generally very undemanding, is it acceptable to continue...
  81. tubamanandy

    Sand Substrates - anaerobic

    What's the best way of stopping sand substrates from going Anaerobic ? I was think something burrowing would help but not sure what species ?
  82. tubamanandy

    Getting growth at the base of stem plants

    Whats the best way to achieve growth lower down on stem plants ? With most of our lighting coming from directly above, is it simply a case of light not reaching the lower parts of the plants ?
  83. tubamanandy

    Hello from Warrington

    Welcome from Blackpool area
  84. tubamanandy

    Citii LPD series (LED)

    They look rather nice - anyone using one ?
  85. tubamanandy

    cost effecive lighting for a 60cm

    Make sure you have a dimable option, currently running mine about 50%
  86. tubamanandy

    Suction cup 16/22

    I've never quite worked out their postage policy for small items - frequently had to fork out a large postage for relatively small value items - never seems to be a 1st Class option for small/light things
  87. tubamanandy

    LED light output - too much ?

    Chris, just very curious what power output you are running them both at and your size of tank ?
  88. tubamanandy

    LED light output - too much ?

    Forgot to say as original poster, tank is very mature & I run full EI with CO2 (drop checker is always lime green) and really good circulation and large Eheim external filter. Going to start cranking the light up but only from 45% to say 55% as its the first time my tank has never had major...
  89. tubamanandy

    LED light output - too much ?

    Recently solved a big algae problem on my 90 litre (72x35x50cm) tank by reducing the light output on my 28 watt LED light down to 45%. I notice in the UK that Fluval has just brought out a couple ranges of LED lighting, the Aquasky 16W & 9W ECO Bright both with the ability to reduce the...
  90. tubamanandy

    Do most people with a high tech setup use an airstone ?

    Reason I asked the question is because, yes, my fish were showing symptoms of distress through oxygen starvation. Turns out my new heater had the tank a little too warm (less oxygen) and the thermometer I was using turned out tyo be not too accurate. Dropped the temperature down to where it...
  91. tubamanandy

    Aquatlantis EasyLED Fw 590 Mm

    Aqualantis make an add-on unit that allows you to set 2 x lots of timings for the lights as well as adjust the light output from 0-100% in increments of 5 - really good little unit
  92. tubamanandy

    Aquatlantis EasyLED Fw 590 Mm

    Anyone ever found any detailed info (PAR etc) for the Aquatlantis EasyLED Fw 590 Mm ? Reason I ask is that had algae issues for months until I turned the light down to 50% on my 90 Ltr tank. I know its a 28W unit but know little else. I am able to dial its power up/down
  93. tubamanandy

    Do most people with a high tech setup use an airstone ?

    For people running a high-energy setup and fish - do most of you use an airstone when the lights are off ? If so, when and for how long ?
  94. tubamanandy

    Electronic Timers

    Using it for a week now - amazing product !
  95. tubamanandy

    Planted Discus Tank

    For me a Planted Discus Tank is the ultimate - best fish in a planted setting. Anyone successfully running one ? Can you give me any pointers (particularly re higher temperatures liked by Discus) ?
  96. tubamanandy

    Eheim External later model external filters - maintenance

    It's an Eheim Pro 3 but thought most of the Eheim externals worked a similar way - thats why I didnt quote the model number :)
  97. tubamanandy

    Eheim External later model external filters - maintenance

    Any recommendations for servicing Eheim recent model External Filters ? I've had one running for 12m with no issues (cleaning it out every 4 months), I would like to keep it that way. I'm particularly thinking about the main body seal - anyone replacing any part regularly to ensure constant...
  98. tubamanandy

    Electronic Timers

    Sciencefiction - many, many thanks for your recommendation - decided to go with it and very impressed with the quality of the device.
  99. tubamanandy

    Tetra ProLine Heater Failure

    Purchased a Tetra Proline heater a couple of months ago - mainly because of its looks/design. Wish I hadn't bothered as just had a spectacular fail with it. Basically, stuck on and tank got upto 31C - lost several of smaller tetras. When I spotted it in the morning, I noticed that the...
  100. tubamanandy

    Electronic Timers

    Nice one guys - any more out there ?
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