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  1. BexHaystack

    CO2 newbie, leak in needle valve/solenoid junction, advice needed

    Not particularly inspiring! He should have stopped waaaay before the nut got that damaged! I took your collective advice: sprayed the area with wd40, left it for a few hours then used 2 locking pliers and it unscrewed easily. 4 or 5 turns of teflon tape, all screwed back together and it seems...
  2. BexHaystack

    CO2 newbie, leak in needle valve/solenoid junction, advice needed

    :wideyed: Canyou post the YouTube link?
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    CO2 newbie, leak in needle valve/solenoid junction, advice needed

    Yes that's what I'm a little concerned about doing... breaking something! Will try wd40 and see how it goes. If I end up breaking it, will I need to buy a whole new needle valve or do you know if the nut comes separately?
  4. BexHaystack

    CO2 newbie, leak in needle valve/solenoid junction, advice needed

    Thanks guys, I appreciate your help. Is it advisable to use a bit of teflon tape when putting everything back together?
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    CO2 newbie, leak in needle valve/solenoid junction, advice needed

    Hi there I wonder if any one can help me out with sorting this issue: I recently setup a FE co2 system with a dual stage co2 art reg and solenoid + needle valve that I bought from a fellow UKAPS member. It took me a few years to finally get round to setting up a co2 enriched tank and...
  6. BexHaystack

    LED Dimmer solution - BUT

    @Planty that's a lush looking tank! Just to clarify, when you where using the dimmer, did you also have the lights plugged in to something like this?
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    LED Dimmer solution - BUT

    I have just bought me one of these dimmers - just wondering if those of you who have been using it with success (@Planty ) have also been using a transformer on the Aquasky or if you just have it plugged straight into the socket?
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    nano cube 20lt

    Amazing! What is it growing out of? Or is it just attached to the wood? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  9. BexHaystack

    Dimming ADA Aquasky

    Doh...if I had scrolled up I would have seen that @alto had already posted the link! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Dimming ADA Aquasky

    Hey, this thread may have some answers for you https://www.ukaps.org/forum/index.php?threads/35341/ Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    LED Dimmer solution - BUT

    Sorry for not seeing your question earlier [emoji54] The tape comes off just fine and I reckon that any residue could be wiped off with a bit of white spirit. Good to know that the dimmer is working for you, how long have you had it running with your Moonlight? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003...
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    LED Dimmer solution - BUT

    Hi Andrew, I never did get the dimmer, I just put some insulation tape over a third of the lights - not stylish, but cheaper than a dimmer switch! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  13. BexHaystack

    Return of the living roots.

    Very atmospheric! Is this going to be a low tech thing? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  14. BexHaystack

    Scapers tank advice ?

    Dennerle Scapers Tank Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  15. BexHaystack

    Tangled Roots

    It's AWESOME [emoji173]️ Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  16. BexHaystack

    Through The Red Mountain

    Wow! Lovely tank [emoji3] what type of Neon tetras are those? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Tank mates for CPDs

    Thanks[emoji4] I added another 6 CPDs today, making a total of 12...dang those multi-buy offers in the LFS! Why can't they offer UNeven numbers of fish? Will let these little guys settle in and then decide on the next additions. Major dispute in the homestead about what to get next. I want...
  18. BexHaystack

    Simple nature aquarium - 36x22x26

    Very very nice! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Tank mates for CPDs

    Thanks for you replies! Hey Alto, thanks for the advice. I think I will start by adding a few more CPDs (to achieve that magic odd number) and bolster the group before I add something else. In the mean time I'll have a think about what else (if anything) to add. I adore the little Corys but...
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    Tank mates for CPDs

    Thanks for the reply. Definitely something to think about, I don't want to put aesthetics before fish happiness! Otos could be a good idea. How do reckon pygmy corys would get on? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  21. BexHaystack

    Tank mates for CPDs

    I'd like some ideas on how to stock this tank... https://www.ukaps.org/forum/index.php?threads/48897/ I currently have 6 CPDs and few amanos and cherry shrimp in there. Up until last weekend I also had 3 Sparkling Gouramis but unfortunately they didn't last - one jumped out and the remaining...
  22. BexHaystack

    Low-tech project | 60x35x35 |74L

    [emoji4] What I meant to say was are you happy with the Tetra ferts? Your plants seem to be doing really well. Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Low-tech project | 60x35x35 |74L

    Lovely! How are you finding the Tetra ferts? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Looking to buy Black Pebbles/Cobbles

    Are you looking for polished or unpolished? The latter are hard to come by or at least they were a few years back when I needed them in bulk for a gardening project! Polished pebbles seem to be available but in 20kg bags like...
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    About time 90x45x45 scape

    It's dreamy [emoji3] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  26. BexHaystack

    Escape

    Thanks [emoji3] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  27. BexHaystack

    Escape

    Love this tank, stunning scape and lots of interesting inhabitants. Do you still have the Corydoras? And how are you finding the light - still just using one light for 6 hrs a day? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  28. BexHaystack

    #6 Cryptocoryne mini jungle

    Lovely stuff as always Jordi! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    crypt parva in low tech?

    Your shrimp sound crazy! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  30. BexHaystack

    Tangled Roots

    Really interesting and lovely tank, thanks for sharing. Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  31. BexHaystack

    Scaper's 50L - Slow Burner

    Thanks Tim, owe you some credit as it was one of your tanks which gave me the idea for something a bit easier to maintain [emoji4] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  32. BexHaystack

    Scaper's 50L - Slow Burner

    Thanks guys [emoji1] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  33. BexHaystack

    Hello!

    Howzit! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  34. BexHaystack

    Tankenstein - Low Tech 55L Cube

    Hey Roy, sorry I didn't see your comment until now! I had to dismantle this when I moved house but have now started up another low-tech using some of the original plants but in a different tank. New journal here https://www.ukaps.org/forum/threads/scapers-50l-slow-burner.48897/ Thanks for...
  35. BexHaystack

    Scaper's 50L - Slow Burner

    Hi there, I had to dismantle my other low-tech tank (40cm cube) when I moved house and decided to setup something new with bits collected from the Lakes in this Scapers tank instead. I found the dimensions so, so much easier to work with! The old tank was my first planted tank and a very steep...
  36. BexHaystack

    Low tech first past advice welcome

    Straight away, the sooner you get it running the sooner it will start to 'mature' and help out with the large amounts of ammonia released by the substrate. Don't forget - lots of water changes for the first few weeks [emoji3] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Ada 60F -go with the flow- nature aquarium

    How are you finding the Sparkling Gouramis? How many do you have? I got 3 a week ago and they are very naughty [emoji50]...chasing the Celestial Danios and I haven't seen many Cherry shrimp since I added them... Very interesting to watch though! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  38. BexHaystack

    Your examples of liquid CO2 only tanks

    https://www.ukaps.org/forum/index.php?threads/39977/ This is a gem Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  39. BexHaystack

    Low-tech project | 60x35x35 |74L

    Really nice! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  40. BexHaystack

    LED Dimmer solution - BUT

    thanks!
  41. BexHaystack

    LED Dimmer solution - BUT

    Plants, can I ask what adaptor you are using with your lights? Just a normal one or the step down transformer kind? Thanks[emoji4] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  42. BexHaystack

    LED Dimmer solution - BUT

    I had response from Lite House and they can't officially recommend their dimmer but they said people were using it on the Aquasky and referred me to this thread! So I will have a think... Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  43. BexHaystack

    New nano cube 20l...'bucetree'

    Bye bye awesome tank... Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  44. BexHaystack

    LED Dimmer solution - BUT

    They come from www.lite-house.co.uk I spoke to the owner yesterday and have emailed the light specs for him to take a look at and advise the best dimmer switch for the job. I will post here when I hear back if that helps? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  45. BexHaystack

    LED Dimmer solution - BUT

    I think I'll be getting that dimmer too then! At full strength I think it might be a bit too much for a beginner- which I most definitely am [emoji16] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  46. BexHaystack

    LED Dimmer solution - BUT

    Did you end up ordering the dimmer switch and if so how is it working out for you? Thanks Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  47. BexHaystack

    ADA Aquasky users - what power adaptor?

    Thanks to both of you for your prompt replies! I'll go with the standard adaptors. Did either of you ever add a dimmer? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  48. BexHaystack

    ADA Aquasky users - what power adaptor?

    Hi Andy, just wondering how things went after you moved to a standard adapter? I have acquired a secondhand Aquasky 602 with 2 of the Maplin transformers. They get really hot and hum a bit so I'm wondering if I can go without? Thanks Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  49. BexHaystack

    Can anyone identify this please..

    Liquid CO2 won't do any harm - in fact you can dose it directly onto the affected areas with a syringe - but don't apply more than 2 x the recommended dose! Here are a few useful links on algae with sections on cyanobacteria: http://www.theplantedtank.co.uk/algae.htm...
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    Can anyone identify this please..

    It looks like cyanobacteria. I had some on the front glass of my tank along the substrate line. The tank got quite a bit of sunlight, I think that's what brought it on, is yours near any windows? I wiped/siphoned it out as often as it reappeared and also covered the lower section of the glass...
  51. BexHaystack

    My Low Tech Scapers Tanks

    Hey Andy, how are these tanks going? And how are the filters working out for you? I am planning on using the Scapers Flow filter but not sure if it will provide high enough flow. Wondering how your Fluval filters are keeping up? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  52. BexHaystack

    Eheim Skim 350 issues

    That's smart! Thanks[emoji16] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  53. BexHaystack

    First Low Tech Planted Tank... Now High Tech!

    Lovely tank, a real low tech triumph [emoji16] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  54. BexHaystack

    Eheim Skim 350 issues

    Sounds interesting, how do you do that? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  55. BexHaystack

    Starting point 40 cm Cube ""A touch of red""

    Loving your shrimp enthusiasm Roy! They are so much fun to watch, and just you wait til they have babies...[emoji16] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  56. BexHaystack

    Tangled Roots

    It's looking better and better! What moss/mosses are you growing in there? How often do they need trimming? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  57. BexHaystack

    Creepy Hollows

    How about a little bit of Hygrophila pinnatifida too? Could be attached to wood or rocks... Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Starting point 40 cm Cube ""A touch of red""

    Lucky shrimp! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Creepy Hollows

    Agreed. Nice bits of wood, would be a pity to cover up some of the most interesting parts... Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  60. BexHaystack

    New nano cube 20l...'bucetree'

    Nooooooo[emoji33] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  61. BexHaystack

    nano cube 20lt

    Thanks for the info, a little bit of the right kind of algae is not a bad thing [emoji6] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  62. BexHaystack

    nano cube 20lt

    What is your dosing schedule for this super scape? I think you said half dose of EI, do you do this daily or only when doing water changes? Thanks Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    nano cube 20lt

    Awesome[emoji106] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  64. BexHaystack

    Starting point 40 cm Cube ""A touch of red""

    Fantastic Roy! I really love this scape [emoji1] What is your dosing regime? Are you dosing liquid carbon too? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  65. BexHaystack

    Jim's TMC Signature

    Pictures aren't boring! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  66. BexHaystack

    Rocky shore

    Really coming together nicely! Have you started with ferts yet? I was also wondering why the water level is where it is i.e. it looks like it's a couple of inches below the rim?[emoji16] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  67. BexHaystack

    #4 - River shore

    Looking awesome Jordi! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  68. BexHaystack

    Windswept Eternity

    Aaaaaaargh... I can't look... it's horrible [emoji6] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  69. BexHaystack

    Rocky shore

    Really nice use of the space! How's about a plant list [emoji6]? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Jim's TMC Signature

    Keep them coming! What substrates are you using? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Tangled Roots

    It's always nice when the aesthetic way is also the practical one too [emoji16] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  72. BexHaystack

    Tangled Roots

    Lovely! I see you moved the diffuser to the back of the tank, any reason? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  73. BexHaystack

    Ada 60F -go with the flow- nature aquarium

    Yes, please can we have more details on the light stand? And how have you suspended the lamp? Fishing line? Or with http://www.qvsdirect.com/single-lighting-suspension-wire-kit-pack-of-2 Great looking tank btw [emoji3] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  74. BexHaystack

    Jim's TMC Signature

    I used this and am really happy with it, looks smart, nice finish when cut and has a good 'spring' to it https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B001N0X4B8/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  75. BexHaystack

    DIY Citric acid CO2 complete system for £35 or less

    That would be great thanks! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    DIY Citric acid CO2 complete system for £35 or less

    Does that mean you went with the sodastream setup in the end, how are you finding it ? How tall are the canister and regulator together, I am thinking of using this system too but also have limited space... Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Jim's TMC Signature

    Keep the updates coming...are you going for position 2? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  78. BexHaystack

    JBL Volcano Mineral

    George Farmer used it in this http://www.ukaps.org/forum/index.php?threads/41133/ Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  79. BexHaystack

    James 60p No3 AKA Orange n' Green

    Looks great! I'm interested in seeing how the reinforced cabinet...any pictures please? [emoji3] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
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    Escape

    Lovely fish, lovely tank [emoji106] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  81. BexHaystack

    New nano cube 20l...'bucetree'

    Good luck! Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  82. BexHaystack

    Tangled Roots

    Fantastic shape, I've given you my vote if that helps [emoji106] what have you planted in the sand in the foreground? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  83. BexHaystack

    65 Liter 60x30x42 'no name'

    Super tank Albert, out of interest, how many hours do you have the lights on every day? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  84. BexHaystack

    Soil Substrate or Dirted Tank - A How to Guide

    Sorry [emoji56] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  85. BexHaystack

    Soil Substrate or Dirted Tank - A How to Guide

    I don't think I'd put pumice in my panties [emoji23] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  86. BexHaystack

    New nano cube 20l...'bucetree'

    Wow Thierry, this tank is looking amazing, you have made something really special! Can I ask you some questions? - How did you build the hardscape up? Did you just stack the stones on top of each other or did you have to glue them? Same with the wood? - And how did you get the moss to grow on...
  87. BexHaystack

    Windswept Eternity

    Nice touch - the way you've planted that Crypt out in the middle of the carpet in the shade of the driftwood branch [emoji106] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  88. BexHaystack

    About time 90x45x45 scape

    Looks great! What substrate are you using, just sand? And what is holding that slope up, just the rocks? Looks like it will be a dream to maintain [emoji56] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  89. BexHaystack

    Mangrove Beach (A journey into the unknown!)

    Amano's have got great personalities, they definitely deserve some time in a Thug Life video... perhaps not as important criteria as their algae eating skills [emoji3] Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  90. BexHaystack

    Two Rocks Balanced - 64L - Low tech

    Do you notice much difference when not using it? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  91. BexHaystack

    Two Rocks Balanced - 64L - Low tech

    Thanks for the details are you still adding liquid carbon? Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk
  92. BexHaystack

    Sad looking plants

    Thanks for replying, I tried some Savinia in the beginning but it melted away - I think the fact that I have a glass top didn't agree with it or too much flow? Maybe will have more luck with another type of floating plant.
  93. BexHaystack

    Sad looking plants

    I know, I feel guilty about it :confused: I got just the one to begin with and wanted to get more but then discovered we'd be moving (next month) so thought I'd wait til after the move which I expect will be quite traumatic for all the inhabitants :dead: Do you mean I should take the 3 x a...
  94. BexHaystack

    Two Rocks Balanced - 64L - Low tech

    Still looking great! What is your fert regime nowadays?
  95. BexHaystack

    Sad looking plants

    @PARAGUAY @alkm Thanks for your replies. It's situations like these that really show me how much of a novice I am... I'm not sure what to adjust first - I worry that I will end up making everything worse because I don't understand what I'm doing wrong in the first place! I am especially...
  96. BexHaystack

    Sad looking plants

    Hi all, I'm starting to see some signs of some kind of deficiency in my tank. The tank has been going for 3 months now. In the last month or so I've noticed the Eleocharis acicularis start to yellow, brown patches on the leaves of Staurogyne rubescens and Hydrocotyle tripartia and the...
  97. BexHaystack

    Basic maintenance - how to?

    I'm new to this too and initially found it all very overwhelming - even with a small, low-ish (liquid carbon) tech tank. There's a lot of info out there, lots of it helpful but sometimes it can become confusing, you get to the point where you end up with more questions than answers, the answers...
  98. BexHaystack

    Autumn mood

    Nice!
  99. BexHaystack

    Two Rocks Balanced - 64L - Low tech

    Still looking great! And you're making good use of the L.repens :)
  100. BexHaystack

    tmc signature 60 planted

    Woooow...This journal... I think Homer missed an opportunity: synopsis - Odysseus decides to stay at home and put together a planted tank instead of going off to fight in Troy, an epic tale for the UKAPS member who has a few spare hours on a Saturday afternoon. George, maybe you should rename...
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