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I started a new 10 gallon fowlr about 4 days ago. Already has nitrites working and ammonia going down. I need some advice on what type of filter media to put in my fluval 205? At the moment it has a sponge,fluval clearmax and carbon.

Originally Posted by Flower Dead sand yes, live sand no. Ok that was my guess.

Is it necessary to rinse your substrate before placing in bottom of new tank? I was questioning this do to the fact that in my opinion you would be losing nutrients and any other live freebies in there.

Yeah that's how I feel. Last thing i wanna do is transfer disease to my tank because of using ***** water. Thanks for the input my friend.

Oh I know. But it is ok to use RO/DI water from walmart right if you don't have access to a water system? ***** here in TX actually sells their salt water by the gallon from their tanks. Not too sure I trust their water though.

Yeah,but I doubt any tap water is good. Either way thx and ill definately be investing in one.

Yeah,that's what I figured. I dont have specs yet because I have not started one yet. I am however going to use a 29 gallon tank,with a fluval and a skimmer. Not sure on the lights yet. (FOWLR) Any suggestions?

I was wondering where to buy water if you do not have a RODI system set up?

Hey bro,nice tank. I was wondering what kind of water you used when you first started and what your using now? I used to buy RODI water from wal-mart and was just wondering what everyone else is using if you don't have a water RODI system.

Originally Posted by socal57che I'm not sure how the pump attaches on the Octo, but could you install a valve between the pump and skimmer to reduce/restrict flow a little? I have heard of people strategically snapping fins off of the pump's impeller to reduce flow. If you feel comfortable...

Thanx for the input guys!

As of right now I am going to buy the red sea prizm deluxe I found for $89

Originally Posted by mrdc I did a quick search on the reviews for the skimmer you are considering and found this: Positives Nice price (regular model is under $100) Slim profile and designed to hank on the back of the tank You can regulate the amount of water flow Easy access to the...

I have a HOB skimmer question. I am leaning towards a "red sea prizm deluxe" for my 30 gal. I was just wondering what most 30 gallon FOWLR'S are using? I am just trying to get the best info before spending money. Thx

I have a HOB skimmer question. I am leaning towards a "red sea prizm deluxe" for my 30 gal. I was just wondering what most 30 gallon FOWLR'S are using? I am just trying to get the best info before spending money. Thx

Originally Posted by BigTankBigFish in the fluvals I use a combo of the ceramic rings and live rock rubble which essentially acts the same as extra ceramic rings. Also I do run carbon every other month or so and I always have new buffer pads to fine fitler the water. Same thing I use in my...

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Ok,thx Joe. I'll keep an eye on this thread.

So have you figured out whether this actually works or what?

Also,what brand of HOB skimmer are you using?