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Forum: Algae 11-06-2012, 08:05 AM
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Posted By triggergun
Algae cysts???

On my crypts, just on the under side they have developed hard "cyst" like bumps. the bumps look almost like a tick. Now they are growing black tufts of hair coming out of them. Is this BBA? i have...
Forum: The Lounge & Introductions 10-25-2012, 03:02 AM
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Views: 660
Posted By triggergun
My plecos held an underground racing club like...

My plecos held an underground racing club like fast and furious only slower. Also, I'm pretty sure several of my cardinal tetras have a drinking problem .
Forum: Aquascaping 10-21-2012, 06:33 AM
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Posted By triggergun
petrified wood maybe? If so, don't get rid of it!!

petrified wood maybe? If so, don't get rid of it!!
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-20-2012, 07:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 425
Posted By triggergun
I use a 5 lb tank and feed appx 8-10 bbs. I just...

I use a 5 lb tank and feed appx 8-10 bbs. I just changed it out because the pressure dropped and I didn't want it to dump into the tank. It lasted 4 months. Before I had it refilled I emptied it out...
Forum: Equipment 10-14-2012, 11:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,426
Posted By triggergun
Mine leaked like crazy from the bottom! I rubbed...

Mine leaked like crazy from the bottom! I rubbed some plumbers putty on the threads and haven't had a problem since.
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-13-2012, 12:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 244
Posted By triggergun
Started dosing epsom today...

Started dosing epsom today...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-12-2012, 03:32 AM
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Views: 244
Posted By triggergun
I use the api test strips to test GH and KH. I...

I use the api test strips to test GH and KH. I get a GH of 120+ and KH is barely detectable. I have been testing daily and my nitrates run 20- 40 ppm.I test nitrates using the API master kit.
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-11-2012, 05:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 244
Posted By triggergun
Plants with pinholes?

Mu anubias have developed some pinholes in them. From what I understand this is likely a potassium deficiency. So if i need to increase the potassium do I need to increase KH2PO4 (monopotassium...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-02-2012, 07:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
Wait a sec.. I shouldn't vacuum my substrate?? I...

Wait a sec.. I shouldn't vacuum my substrate?? I do 1 weekly w/c and I skim the surface to pick up any debris. I don't actually stick the siphon into the substrate.
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-02-2012, 06:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 430
Posted By triggergun
It had to be a mistake.... only 11$ to Missouri.

It had to be a mistake.... only 11$ to Missouri.
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 10-02-2012, 06:00 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
Ok, so I'm doing what has been recommended: ...

Ok, so I'm doing what has been recommended:

3/4 tsp KNO3
3/16 tsp KH2PO4 "I doubled this to -1/2 tsp following Hoppys advise"
3/16 tsp K2SO4 "It cant hurt"

1/4 tsp CSM+B
1/8 tsp IRON

and...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-26-2012, 02:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
anyone??

anyone??
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-24-2012, 04:32 AM
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Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
Ok, so I need to get some IRON. AQUARIUM...

Ok, so I need to get some IRON. AQUARIUM FERTILIZERS.COM has iron chelate and it states it is 13% and contains 6% nitrates. Will this be OK along with the E.I? Also, should I use Barrs GH booster or...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-24-2012, 02:49 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
I did exactly this! After putting in the 2nd...

I did exactly this! After putting in the 2nd powerhead some plant matter sucked into the powerhead and I watched it to get some idea of how it was circulating. It actually made it to the bottom of...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-24-2012, 02:02 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
I listed this in post # 8... I did get another...

I listed this in post # 8... I did get another power head today.... So, I'm running 2 power heads on opposite sides of the tank and using my filters out flow for surface agitation. Circulation looks...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-23-2012, 05:39 PM
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Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
The light is only 3 months old.

The light is only 3 months old.
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-23-2012, 08:16 AM
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Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
Using dry dry ferts from aquarium fertilizers ....

Using dry dry ferts from aquarium fertilizers . com ...so raise the light, cut the photoperiod to 8 hrs and use the EI dose that is recommended for a 75 gallon tank? I do run my co2 high "8-10" bps...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-23-2012, 07:29 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
If EI is plenty,what am I doing wrong? I...

If EI is plenty,what am I doing wrong? I definitely have enough light, my co2 as indicated by my drop checker is fine BTW my drop checker is on the back glass in the middle, approx 6" below the...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-23-2012, 06:33 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
Happi, I did dose exactly what you recommended ...

Happi, I did dose exactly what you recommended for about 1 month. My plants were actually worse than when I was just using flourish. I then got on here for advise and it was suggested that I...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-23-2012, 06:25 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
My filter is a fluval 305 "recommended for 40-75...

My filter is a fluval 305 "recommended for 40-75 gal. I point the out flow up for some surface movement and also, use a small power head to help blow the co2 around. I diffuse the co2 using an Ista...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-23-2012, 03:53 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
Increase the plantex? I already doubled it from...

Increase the plantex? I already doubled it from what EI recommends. And I probably need double my nitrate? That would put me above what is recommended for a 120 gal tank! I'm not doubting you, I just...
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-23-2012, 03:49 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
double post

double post
Forum: Fertilizers and Water Parameters 09-22-2012, 10:48 PM
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Views: 1,200
Posted By triggergun
Please help. something is out of whack!!!

75Gal. Water parameters:

GH 120
KH 10
PH 6.6
NITRATE 5
NITRITE 0
AMMONIA 0

Lighting Catalina t5H.O. 1 6500 bulb & 1 10k bulb on for 10hrs/day 18" above substrate.
Forum: Algae 09-17-2012, 01:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 407
Posted By triggergun
Ok Back to root tabs it is. Tomorrow I will buy a...

Ok Back to root tabs it is. Tomorrow I will buy a power head or 2, run both lights instead of 1, cut my co2 in half and tweak my ferts as you mentioned. Thanks for all your help!
Forum: Algae 09-16-2012, 10:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 407
Posted By triggergun
I do see bubbles very very tiny bubbles..like...

I do see bubbles very very tiny bubbles..like mist. I used to use root tabs before I started E.I, I guess I need to use both? Also, i don't know if this good or bad but... I run an air stone during...
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