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Originally Posted by lunatik_69  The bottom line on No3 is that your filteration(sp) is not working correctly or hasnt caught up with your bio load yet. |
Don't think that is the case tanks been established for 8 yrs
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Originally Posted by lunatik_69 Possible factors are; over feeding |
Very good possibility here, forgot about that factor. When I put new fish in I've found that by keeping the old inhabitants "full" make them less territorial and harass the new fish less. Still a big jump from almost nothing to 50 ppm though.
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Originally Posted by lunatik_69 CC is not a good idea to have, fine sand is better(imo), unless you clean it out religously. Those sponges should be cleaned out depending on your turn over and cleaned out with the water that you just took out from the WC. |
Ok maybe my thought process is wrong on the nitrates. Are they suspended in the water or are they actually coming from the sand, cc or detrietus? I worry more about getting the water out then actually vacuming the substrate.
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Originally Posted by lunatik_69 5 gals for a 110 tank is very little(imo), remember it is recommended to do a 10-15% WC every(depends on your bio load).
As for the Tidepool II, does it have a spinning wheel, if so, some have said that in time, they product No3's. I've been trying to lower my 20ppm No3 for the longest and to no avail. Luna |
Lived by 10-15% monthly water changes but figured once a week at 5 gallons/week equals 20gal/month divided by 110gal approx 18% would be better for the consistency. Are you saying that should be weekly? That could explain alot, 10% week vs 10% month!
Yes the Tidepool has the spinning wheel.
You hear any remedies to fix this over time?!?! (Need a praying smile!)