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"Suppose you're an idiot. Now suppose you're a member of Congress, but I repeat myself." Mark Twain

I have a couple of those type filters. Leftovers really. Not my favorite, but good for extra surface agitation. I never use those biobags. I just cut some sponge to fit, grab a small bag ceramic media, and a spot of floss. Other than removal of meds, I haven't used charcoal in years.

Gremlins.

Ah, I understand on trying to save on shipping. Super red calico...sexy! Been waffling about a Bristlenose or two for quite a while. Using the excuse of finalizing my tanks. As I stated, it is my belief that the reason Neons are so sensitive is due to over/inbreeding, as they have been so...

Pygmy chain sword is nice. Had it in 55 and carpeted somewhat, but stayed small. It also did get shaded by an Amazon Sword. It is carpeting nicely in a 29, with some dwarf sag. Another easy plant. Have not tried the Vals yet, but plan to. Spiralis is a little slow to catch on, but it grows tall...

I hope you don't mind my saying a few things. Last I checked my pH was around 7.4, not quite 8.2, but still high for all my soft water fish. But I don't have major problems. As to the big tank lots of little fish, working on the same thing myself. Tetras, I have Black Neons, nice, but not...

I know Aquaclear does it til fully primed. And they have the knob and foot you described. I fill my filters, turn the knob to the right, (if looking at the front/discharge side), and wait till it self primes. Then move the knob back. I hope that works. That sound can drive one up a wall.

Sounds like an airlock. Check the intake tube for cracks and a tight fit. What brand of filter is it?

Good to hear. As for the Angel's romance...sorry not covered under the Geneva convention.

I hope all works out. But if not, do you have a plan B? I went for a sorority of four. Down to two. One died of stress from bullying. And one had to join my bully male Angel.(oddly enough they are like peas and carrots together) The remaining two each claim half a four foot tank.

Dueces

Just a thought, not wanting to offend anyone, but be careful with the "d" word. In the tactics of the remain side you are seeing democracy at work. For it is just a polite way to say mob rule. If we don't get our way, keep pushing using threats of and outright violence, until they get their...

Sound of silence always makes me think of The Comedian's funeral.

"At least 80% of all human wisdom is a desire not to but into somebody else's business, and the other 20% isn't that important" Jubal Harshaw

As an outsider, all I can say is Happy Independence Day, United Kingdom! Now let us all come together to destroy the abomination that is the U.N. I am unable to give an opinion as to the next Prime Minister. But as for the petulant child that heads our government and his meddling in your...