The Planted Tank Forum - Search Results
Planted Tank Forums
Your Tanks Image Hosting *Tank Tracker * Plant Profiles Fish Profiles Planted Tank Guide Photo Gallery Articles

Go Back   The Planted Tank Forum > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
Register FAQ Members List Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read

Page 1 of 7 1 23 Last »
Showing results 1 to 25 of 164
Search took 0.17 seconds. Search: Keyword(s): ; Posts Made By: sphack
Forum: Equipment 04-03-2013, 01:57 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 32,201
Posted By sphack
After my previous set of posts, customer service...

After my previous set of posts, customer service wanted to test my filter. They ended up shipping me an entire new g6. As a secondary filter it is working fine. Don't use the fine mesh filter. Don't...
Forum: Tank Journals 01-13-2013, 09:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,576
Posted By sphack
Unfortunately the glass is still sitting in their...

Unfortunately the glass is still sitting in their crates in the garage. The fall was full of many other projects. Today for example I'm lining a closet with cedar. Off to lowes to pick up more :)
...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 10-09-2012, 05:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 474
Posted By sphack
0 nitrates an hour after ferts? What are you...

0 nitrates an hour after ferts? What are you dosing for ferts?

I had a problem with my nitrate API test. If you don't shake the second bottle enough you can easily get a zero reading. After...
Forum: Tank Journals 10-06-2012, 08:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,007
Posted By sphack
I should really rename this thread. The tank has...

I should really rename this thread. The tank has turned more into a medium light level tank.

Here is a more recent shot from the phone. Boy, the phone camera is continent but isn't nearly as good...
Forum: Fish 10-02-2012, 05:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 405
Posted By sphack
With Ich you need to treat the entire tank. ...

With Ich you need to treat the entire tank.

Here is an excellent write up:
http://rainbow-fish.org/forums/viewtopic.php?p=22113#22113
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-02-2012, 02:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 542
Posted By sphack
Nitrates registered nice and high. Turning fish...

Nitrates registered nice and high. Turning fish poo into food helps. (And shaking my arm off)
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-01-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 542
Posted By sphack
Yea, I didn't get around to measuring 15 minutes...

Yea, I didn't get around to measuring 15 minutes after dosing. I'll be checking this evening after 24 hours. And if needed, tomorrow morning after adding more.
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-01-2012, 07:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 542
Posted By sphack
Good to know. I am more suspicious of my NO3...

Good to know. I am more suspicious of my NO3 test.

Here is a picture of a plant deficiency:

http://www.plantedtank.net/forums/pHosting.php?do=show&type=f&id=11771&title=IMG_0692c.jpg
...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-01-2012, 07:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 542
Posted By sphack
The recipe is 3/4 tsp. for a 65-80 gal tank. ...

The recipe is 3/4 tsp. for a 65-80 gal tank. Last test was 2 tsp. which was completely gone in two days.

How much do people go above the initial levels? Diana, you have a high light tank, how...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-01-2012, 03:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 542
Posted By sphack
I do receive a range of nitrate readings from...

I do receive a range of nitrate readings from other tanks that are not planted nor with purigen. I have not tested it per say with known solutions.

I have to admit I'm a little lax about shaking...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-01-2012, 06:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 542
Posted By sphack
Does purigen remove NO3?

I'm dosing EI and I can't seam to keep nitrates in my tank. Inks 75g and after two days my tank is consuming 2 tsp of kno3. I have purigen in the tank. Does that remove nitrates or is it really being...
Forum: Shrimp & Other Invertebrates 09-27-2012, 05:48 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,398
Posted By sphack
What do you mean by rinsing out the shipping bag...

What do you mean by rinsing out the shipping bag with dechlor water. I read this as you're adding a bunch of water that was not originally shipped with the shrimp. Doesn't that defeat the purpose...
Forum: Fish 09-20-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 357
Posted By sphack
Thanks for all the info. Food is on order. Good...

Thanks for all the info. Food is on order. Good to hear that I get to keep them in the main tank. I have not attempted to catch the rainbows since adding them to the tank. The large drift wood...
Forum: Fish 09-20-2012, 04:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 357
Posted By sphack
It is pimple-like. I have not noticed any of the...

It is pimple-like. I have not noticed any of the behavioral or feces symptoms. Being food treated, I'll move them over to my hospital tank which is very close to being fully cycled. (After full...
Forum: Tank Journals 09-20-2012, 04:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,987
Posted By sphack
My 75g is on a similar type of joist layout. I...

My 75g is on a similar type of joist layout. I ended up putting up some 2x10's flat from the basement wall across 5-6 joists to try to distribute the weight. I found that the back is stable but the...
Forum: Fish 09-20-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 357
Posted By sphack
In all the cases it is a small white protrusion. ...

In all the cases it is a small white protrusion. Any suggestions to treat it? Will google shortly.
Forum: Fish 09-20-2012, 02:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 357
Posted By sphack
Well the orig fish looks good. It usually has...

Well the orig fish looks good. It usually has been going away after a day or two. This morning it is now on my red one.

54075

Due to a heater bump my tank is currently 83. I'm thinking if...
Forum: Tank Journals 09-19-2012, 07:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,576
Posted By sphack
Yes, I believe it is called a coast to coast. ...

Yes, I believe it is called a coast to coast. Saw reference in another thread to that name and it makes sense.
Forum: Tank Journals 09-19-2012, 05:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,987
Posted By sphack
I'm considering bean animals stand pipes: ...

I'm considering bean animals stand pipes: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=1310585&perpage=25&pagenumber=1

This requires 3 drain holes and one return. Quite and redundant.
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 09-19-2012, 04:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,485
Posted By sphack
Interesting. I have a universal rocks background...

Interesting. I have a universal rocks background (7+ deep in areas) and most of my fish love hiding behind it. Is there water behind your rocks?

Also how does the foam hold up underwater?

Also...
Forum: Tank Journals 09-19-2012, 04:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,576
Posted By sphack
I've been reading a lot about sumps and drain...

I've been reading a lot about sumps and drain pipes and reef tanks and planted tanks w/ wet/dry filters and and and...

So far, I'm leaning to the bean animal stand pipe solution. Many people...
Forum: Equipment 09-18-2012, 04:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 432
Posted By sphack
Tom, do you measure O2 or ORP? I have read a...

Tom, do you measure O2 or ORP? I have read a little about the difference, but not in a while.

Next tank, I'd like to do a wet/dry. Both for O2 and for easy surface skimming. But, alas, my...
Forum: Equipment 09-18-2012, 03:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 432
Posted By sphack
Not sure about the OP, but in my case, I wanted a...

Not sure about the OP, but in my case, I wanted a additional data point. My fish / plants was telling me one thing and my drop checker was telling me another. I did not have (probably more...
Forum: Equipment 09-17-2012, 11:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 432
Posted By sphack
I have actually thought to go "the other way" and...

I have actually thought to go "the other way" and measure O2. I have had some gassing problems and think I believe my problems have been related to lower O2 (biological o2 demand related).

I...
Forum: Equipment 09-17-2012, 11:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 432
Posted By sphack
I have the Hanna Inst co2 titration kit and have...

I have the Hanna Inst co2 titration kit and have used it a few times. (had drop checker solution issues). There is a quality issue with the syringe so I don't use the "thin" tip for it. Accurate...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 164
Page 1 of 7 1 23 Last »

 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT. The time now is 02:12 PM.

Acceptable Use Policy - Advertising - Contact Us - The Planted Tank - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top

Powered by vBulletin®
Copyright ©2000 - 2013, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Copyright Planted Tank LLC 2012