Not only that, unless you line it with something, then I would have to assume that the wood would eventually weaken, due to the water. I don't think pre-treated wood would help, since the chemicals may leach into the water.

The only possible way is if it were a large, hollowed out tree.

Here's a video I did on how to use the Python No-Spill

Using the Python No-Spill...
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Hi Amanda, how much did Python pay you to say that? :D LOL

Gozza, if your water faucet does not have a mixer tap, then you should get one in order to use the Python properly. Mixer tap allows the hot and cold water to mix, so you can set the desired temp.

Most people, including myself, add the ...

If you mean the Python No-Spill, then I do use it also. They're great. I used to use the regular gravel vacs, but it was too tedious. I later purchased those battery operated vacs, but it clogged to easy and fast and would cloud the tank. One visit at my LFS, I saw him using the Python No-spill and ...

Eddie,
Is a wet/dry filter powerful enough to get the water through an RO filter? I'm not criticizing. I'm just curious. I think it's a nifty idea. :wink:
Amanda

If you direct the pump from the wet/dry filter through the RO/DI, then it should. Booster pumps can be used, such as these...
http ...

I would find out from the person you bought it from what veggies, if any, they fed the plecos.

Maybe their on the Atkins diet?

Anyways...
How long have you had them?

Have you tried other veggies, like spinach, lettuce, etc.?

Salts and minerals removed from RO/DI systems can be added back in. I believe these are contained in aquarium additives.

It does make the water soft, but you can use additives to increase the hardness and aragonite to increase the pH.

Here's an idea I provided on another forum, to reuse your tank water...

1. Run your waste water from the tank, through a regular canister or wet/dry filter. The return line will go through a UV sterilizer to kill any bacteria/parasites. This water will then be pumped to storage container A.
2. Pump ...

Yes, do AVOID using chemicals. My experience with them seems to only stun the snails, but kill fish. Clown loaches work and have heard of successes with yoyo loaches also. Loaches are much better in small groups, since they are nervous fish and safety in numbers.

You can also some lettuce in the ...

Do you know what type of algae? There are different types, with each usually being caused by a certain type of excess nutrient and/or lighting.

I like to use these 2 links for references on algae...

http://www.aquaticscape.com/articles/algae.htm

http://www.aquariumalgae.blogspot.com/

Sorry, since it's not my post, I didn't bother doing the research for him. I figured you meant for the original poster to the search and not everyone else. Oh well, I guess I have to pay attention. The suggestion I gave was from past experience.

Sounds good but i dont have another tank. . . . Would i still be able to change the tank or should i find a tempory home for the fish??

A temp or home would be good or maybe how about borrowing a tank from someone?

You can use pots and pans, but it would be best to house the fish in there for a ...

Solar panels just create energy, you still need away to store it. Otherwise, just hope and pray the next power outage you have is in the middle of a bright sunny day.

If you have another tank, just fill about half the tank with water with a heater and also an airstone. Then when you do water changes, put some of the water from the current tank into the new tank. After about a week or so, move the filter, decor, and fish into the new tank. Remove the substrate ...

The UV is supposed to be connected on the output flow of the filter. Make sure you buy the correct UV to match your filter flow for the best dwell time (length of time the water makes contact with the UV light). For example, do not buy a 9 watt UV filter, which you plan to connect on a Eheim Pro II ...

I just moved my L-046 Zebra Plecos and shrimps (RCS, Amano, & Bamboo) over to the new tank 20 gallon Long (30"x12"x12") river setup.

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a25/crazieeddie/Aquarium/20%20Gallon%20Long/20gallonLong-ZebraShrimptankwtmk.jpg

I'm using an Eheim Ecco 2234 with 200 watt Hydor ...

Sorry to hear about the loss. I use Tap water conditioner, Stress Coat, and Prime and never had a problem with any of them. I normally use whatever bottle is closest to me at the time. I primarily use API tap water conditioner or stress coat in my tank for aging water, which is used for WC in my ...

Neon tetras should be no problem. Make sure the tank is well established, with good filtration, becuase neon tetras are known to be sensitive to water conditions.

I know Zebra or long finned zebra danios are fast swimmers and will probably get to the food faster than the betta.

This was labeled an L-333 pleco a few years ago, but I still have doubts. The fish is about 4" - 5" or so.

Recent photo (withOUT flash)
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a25/crazieeddie/Aquarium/Fish/Fish-L-333PlecoNoflash.jpg

Here's a pic of the pleco taken back in November of 1999 (with flash ...

The life cycle of ich is, I believe 48 hours. Therefore, a week minimum would be best.

L46 Zebras

I did a google search and all I found is that it kills snails and not eggs. Again, keep an eye. I have a feeling they will come back becuase of the eggs. If there are still no fish in the tank, I would dose with Potassium Permangate. This WILL kill snails and eggs and is harmless to plants. In fact ...

Yes, it's still called an amazon river, not amazon lake. They don't come from white water areas, but areas that do have currents.

Ryan S wrote:Snails are long gone - treatment deleted them

What did you use to treat? Most snails meds just kill snails, PP can kill both and is harmless to plants. BTW, I wouldn't use the carbon media at all. It may contain snails or snail eggs, then you'll end up back where you started.

The neons do well in a tank with current. After all, they come from the Amazon river.

When I had mine, I fed it...
Hikari sinking carnivore pellets
Shrimp pellets
Algae discs (at times it doesn't care for the stuff)
Zuchini
Frozen peas (skinned)
FBW (if it doesn't get blown from the current)

Also try reducing the amount of light per day. It will not kill the ich, but help reduce the stress of the fish. Ich is like a common cold to humans, so we need a clean environment and plenty of rest. The raised temp and salts should help, so just let the fish rest more to fight it off.

Also, make ...

There may not be any visible snails, but there is still a possiblity of snails in the tank. They could be hidden or even have laid eggs. If there are no fish in the tank, you can dose the whole tank with the filter running, with potassium permaganate. It's the best solution for getting rid of ...