Recent content by gotham01

Roger. I went and purchased an AC 50, in addition to the Aqueon 50 I'm running. In the Aquaclear i put the biofoam on the bottom, and 2 bags a ceramic rings on the side. If that doesn't do it, I'll just jump in the tank and take my chances, At least it'll be warmer than the temp my wife keeps...

Yeah, now I know why i got em for a five-spot each. Beauties tho.

Now what?? I yi yi

With all the drama about cycling and such, I woke up to this. Red Drawf Jewels.

Ok, i'll try not to panic. Only other thing i'll add is i use Seachem Prime to detoxify temporarily the ammonia, plus Stability for whatever bacteria it's adding, if at all. Any alternatives I all ears for.

ok, sounds good. as for plants, ive killed hornwort (didn't know it was possible), some java moss, Madagascar Bacopia, and Pogostemon Stellatus, hence the need for Thrive. So confusing

Thanks for the practical advise. I just ordered Thrive to help get my plants up and growing. No nitrates in take as it stands as cycling hasn't gotten to nitrites stage yet. I will cut back on food. Whats a good schedule? Every 4 days?

Seem to get the parameters correct. I don’t mind spending the money as long as it works. Getting frustrated

I really appreciate the kind words. Like I posted earlier, the Balas and such are just a background to make it look fuller for the time being. I really, really wanted to do a fishless cycle this time around , do it the right way. After the old tank leaked, I put the chocolate cichlid in a...

A chocolate cichlid and 4 dwarf jewels?

For my 36g Bow, which is a better HOB? I currently have an Aqueon Power 50. I am looking for a better HOB, keeping the Aqueon for now till I establish a new HOB, ultimately replacing the Aqueon with a simple sponge filter. Is the skimmer on the Seachem really needed? Which one has a better...

Honest to Gravel indeed was another mistake. Seemed like a decent idea at the time. As for contingency plan, if/when they act up, I’m just either gonna keep the two boys or 2 girls.

AC600?

Thanks for your time.