Recent content by matt davidson

Hmmm, looks like ill have to try and get some 4dkh solution then. Thanks for tthe advice

Cheers for the link, had already read through that and got some good info. The drop checker i got only came with one bottle, labellled CO2 test solution, and the instructions say to add x number of drops, add tank water to it. Do i still need 4dkh solution? or is there another way to use it...

Finally got round to setting up my pressurised CO2 set, got everything going nicely, but im completely confused as to how to set up the drop checker. I bought on of these http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CO2-Aquarium-Glas ... 2a02b7cf9b And cant find any info on how to set them up. Could someone point me...

cheers for the advice, look pretty nice. Also does anyone know any good websites for camera classified ads? cheers

Hey all, finally decided its about time i got myself a decent camera after struggling with my ancient compact. Problem is I'm on a fairly tight budget. Theres no way I can afford any of the latest models, however basic they are. What I'm after is recommendations for nice entry level models that...

Hmm, having problems finding suitable brackets. All the standard hardware stores had nothing like it, and everyone Ive asked about getting some custom made has either been rediculously expensive, or cant make the tank mountings (feet). Where did you get yours from? Did you make it yourself? Cheers

Probably going to be a tetratec ex700 or a fluval 305/405, but depends what comes up- gonna have to buy second hand as I'm on a pretty tight budget. No idea about powerheads though, havnt had any experience with them.

Both the T5 and T8 ballasts are Arcadia ultraseals, and so come with waterproof caps so thats not a problem.

Hanging from the ceiling isnt really an option, and neither is attaching it to the wall (too weak). So i think something that sits on the tank itself would be best. Cheers

Would definitely consider other options. Specs are: tank- 4ft x 1ft x 15", Lighting 2x54 T5s, 1x 36w T8. Currently have a standard hood with the T8s as originals. Havnt fitted the T5s yet, but would have had to modify the hood anyway to attach them. The tank also has a glass cover, which I'm...

ok, great that sounds ideal. In the current sutup I've almost got 10x ( 2 internals, one at 500 lph, one at 450lph). But will hopefully be swapping them for an external + powerhead cheers

aha! that looks ideal! but whats it made out of? And are they standard reflectors, or diy ones? Cheers for the info

Right, got myself a bit of a problem. Just had delivery of my shiney new bulbs today, but there just a bit too long for my current hood. Has anyone managed to rig up a diy luminaire/ bulb support thingy? Any tips Thanks for any help

Awesome, cheers guys- thats a massive help. So I think for now I'll start with just a single bulb with half EI. What ppm of CO2 would you reccommend? 20ppm? Then when Ive got more time I'll move up to full lighting and dosing. Think I'll try the all-in-one dose, bu might have to switch to...

Wow, thanks for such a quick and comprehensive reply. I'm assuming this is dosing full E.I, with a 50% w/c at the end of the week? Personally I'm not after rapid or jungle like growth, and at the moment I dont plan on planting any high-demand plants. Would it be possible to lower the dosing...