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  1. Bobtastic

    Algae problem on Pogostemon Erectus

    I read that Pogo Erectus has some... special demands, namely increased iron requirements. Could a deficiency in that area make the plant more susceptible to this?
  2. Bobtastic

    Anyone know what this is?

    I was told that there is no problem having Amano's with those breeds of shimp. I would have thought your existing shrimp would be able to help with any algae problems tho?
  3. Bobtastic

    Anyone know what this is?

    So you got 6 in the end? I'm hoping that the ones I get (from where ever) are as efficient as yours! :thumbup:
  4. Bobtastic

    How to disassemble a Diatomic bomb

    I think that you can technically do as may water changes as you can stand to do! If you want to do 50% water change everyday you can do that. I believe that it's best to perform water changes b4 the photoperiod.
  5. Bobtastic

    How to disassemble a Diatomic bomb

    Oooops! I didn't realise that you were still running your lights that long! I only have my in 5hrs and I am running my Co2 up to high heaven and dosing EI!
  6. Bobtastic

    How to disassemble a Diatomic bomb

    Well, as you should be doing at least one 50% water change a week it shouldn't make a difference to you right Idris? ....Right? :eh:
  7. Bobtastic

    How to disassemble a Diatomic bomb

    Idris is using akadama. Just had a look at his journal and confirmed.
  8. Bobtastic

    1 week old tank, algea and other

    With the splitter and flow valves will you still be able to get the required 2bar of pressure that the UP atomisers need to operate? I'm wondering whether I need to re-think my Co2 solution...
  9. Bobtastic

    1 week old tank, algea and other

    Yeah, just round the corner, in the grands scheme of things. I must admit I'm not 100% sure if having the Co2 through the upper spray bar would have a negative effect on the flow of Co2 enriched water. Atm I'm not seeing any problems with it, but the tank has only been running for 4days, so...
  10. Bobtastic

    1 week old tank, algea and other

    That was the plan, but I made a replacement spray bar for the Co2 driving filter (Eheim) and the tube was shorter than anticipated. So, it's currently running on the top but as the Co2 enriched water mixes with the flow from the bottom bar it should push it all round the tank.
  11. Bobtastic

    1 week old tank, algea and other

    I've decided not to split the Co2 to each of my filters. Instead I have "stacked" my spray bars so that, hopefully, get C02 all over the tank. At the moment I have one filter running through an AM1000 and the other through a Hydor ETH 300.
  12. Bobtastic

    1 week old tank, algea and other

    You'll need to place the Korilia so that it compliments the current flow that you have. You need to make sure that it's not in a position that it's flow will interfere or fight against your filters flow. So... I guess... it's best underneath but in the middle of your current spray bar? I...
  13. Bobtastic

    1 week old tank, algea and other

    I think there are a couple of options on extending or even replacing your existing spray bar. The easiest is to buy an extension piece for you existing spray bar, it is basically the same as the bar you have but is open at the end. You would then use a length (x) of standard Eheim hose to...
  14. Bobtastic

    BBA and liquid carbon

    Dont forget to turn off you filters/power heads whilest OD'ing. This way you can ensure maximum contact of LC and algae. Also be mindful that some plants, especially some mosses don't like heavy doses of LC.
  15. Bobtastic

    1 week old tank, algea and other

    I can't tell from your picture what your distribution method is? What filter are you using? Is it from a stray bar or other? Do you have any additional power heads or pumps? Flow is key for most planted tanks, be that flow of Co2 or ferts.
  16. Bobtastic

    A couple of algae issues - diatoms?

    You're best starting here to identify your types of algae and the best course of action to resolve the problems that allow them to grow. EDIT - sorry hadn't read through your post fully. I would say reducing your light by a couple of hours is a good idea until you resolve the problem. If you...
  17. Bobtastic

    Direct Sunlight Causing Algae?

    Isn't 6hrs of T5 a fairly high amount of light for a low tech tank anyway? That plus direct sun could push it over the edge? Are you just using the internal Juwel filter too, cos the flow rate of those aren't the best. Is there a specific area that's affect more than others?
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