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Unread 01/25/2007, 11:01 AM   #76
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I currently have an AC fuge going. However I fear that sufficient light isn't reaching my chaeto on the very bottom.


It's packed all the way down. Anyone foresee problems here?


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Unread 02/01/2007, 04:17 AM   #77
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This is the first time I have done a salt water tank and a fuge was suggested as on of the filtering possibilities.

1.) How well dose this really work for keeping good chemical balance within your tank?
2.) Have you ever had a problem with the algae sporing and causing levels to spike?

It seams easy to do and maintain, but I am looking for some veteran assurance or discouragement for a first timer.


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Unread 02/08/2007, 01:58 PM   #78
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Is that some kind of DIY skimmer in this pic?


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Unread 02/08/2007, 11:34 PM   #79
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Quote:
Originally posted by smash102
This is the first time I have done a salt water tank and a fuge was suggested as on of the filtering possibilities.

1.) How well dose this really work for keeping good chemical balance within your tank?
2.) Have you ever had a problem with the algae sporing and causing levels to spike?

It seams easy to do and maintain, but I am looking for some veteran assurance or discouragement for a first timer.
I don't know about the sporing issue, but in the 3 weeks or so that I've had mine up and running with chaeto, I've seen my nitrates go from 30 to near 0. I think it's great.

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Unread 02/28/2007, 09:49 PM   #80
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Yes I JUST FINISHED MY mod! Was an AC 70, so excited, and i am waiting on my silicone to dry...

But instead of using Acrylic Bafffle, I just used the Filter Insert, the grey plastic piece as a Baffle. I think its ok.

But what is the purpose of putting a Millenium Filter cartradge infront of the Baffle?

As for the impeller, i broke off 3 of the impellers, to lessen the flow, i don't think that significant imbalance etc. will take place and throw the whole filter outta wack. If so, ijust buy a lower grade AC impeller.

Should I have Sand, Rubble and Chaeto in my new Fuge?


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Unread 02/28/2007, 10:40 PM   #81
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Is that some kind of DIY skimmer in this pic?
No, its a seaclone, might as well be DIY

Basically the powerhead has a hose that allows air into the intake to create the bubles

THe skimmer worked great for a year, now it doesnt pickup much. I added an airsotne which helped, but that soon was no use

Im going to drill it, and put a powerhead on the side like a REAL skimmer


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Unread 03/03/2007, 11:30 AM   #82
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Unread 03/04/2007, 07:02 PM   #83
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i wanted to do this mod to a aqua clear 110 to hang on my sump of my 90gallon. would this be a waste of my time or would it successfully reduce nitrates and phosphates. i can get an impeller to reduce flow but is it gonna be too small of a refugium.


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Unread 03/04/2007, 09:16 PM   #84
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i was wondering if this mod can be done to an AC 50 cause i dont have enough room behind my tank for the 70...same steps????


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Unread 03/05/2007, 08:41 AM   #85
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tylerandamanda: I am gonna do this with an AC110 and run it on my 40 or 75. I don't see why it wouldn't help some. If you do it, and it doesn't help, get another one and run 2.


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Unread 03/15/2007, 11:02 AM   #86
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This is what I did today. I did not want to go thru the hassle of cutting and glueing also just on the off chance I want or needed to use the AC 70 for a filter . I just got some gutter gaurd from the hardware store and used 2 zip ties and put a clamp light on it . This is hanging on my aquapod 24 I did not need the filter part because I have them in the aquapod chambers and remora skimmer




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Unread 03/15/2007, 11:34 AM   #87
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disney....just wondering how far off of the back of the tank the filter takes up...i only have 4 1/8" so im hoping it can fit. if not i have to go with the AC 50. Just wondering!

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Unread 03/15/2007, 11:55 AM   #88
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just about 4 inches


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Unread 03/26/2007, 10:31 PM   #89
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Does this have to be done on a AC70? In the case of a 10 gallon tank is bigger not better? I thought this might allow more room for refugium/heater and such. im a newb so i was just wondering.


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Unread 04/06/2007, 09:37 AM   #90
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that is awesome. im going to use this idea when i set up my new 20gal. i have a filter just like that one and should be a fun project.

great idea!!


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Unread 04/06/2007, 10:11 AM   #91
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That looks great. Awesome job! Do you know what size aquarium an AC70 would be suitable for? and, how can I "bookmark" a thread like this to come back to when I have time to modify my AC?


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Unread 04/06/2007, 10:30 AM   #92
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underneath where you submited this reply click on subscribe to this thread then you can go to MY RC and you can see the threads that you're subscribed to.


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Unread 04/06/2007, 10:36 AM   #93
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I just happened to have an AC70 and an AC20 laying around..
I already made it and tested it, works great, just waiting until I can save some $ and go open top on my aquapod to set it up..


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Unread 04/06/2007, 10:06 PM   #94
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Does anyone know if there's a larger version of this?


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Unread 04/07/2007, 07:18 AM   #95
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Like an AC110 you mean?


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Unread 04/07/2007, 08:04 AM   #96
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Hello - love the mod, bought the filter for my 10g nano and have it going with just a carbon bag for now. I have two questions for the experts, actually just one big question:

1. Can you fit a heater in with the chaeto? If so, which one would you recommend? The stealth 100w I have is too long to fit.
2. Is it a good idea to place a heater in such close proximity to the chaeto ball?

It would be cool to find a piece of thin LR shaped such that it would protect the chaeto from the heater - anybody doing this? This is like a hang-on sump for nanos.

thanks!

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Unread 04/09/2007, 02:14 AM   #97
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reading this thread with alot of interest.
i plan to use an aquaclear 500 on a 24x18x18 but just wanted to know if an impellor from say an aquaclear 200 or 300 would work?
i think the flow, even turned down on the 500 will make a whirlpool.
i'd like the room of the 500 for the fuge with the flow from the 300.
is it possible.
also is the AC surface skimmer compatible with all models? and how good a job does it do?
thanks for any help
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Unread 04/09/2007, 06:45 AM   #98
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For anybody using this mod as a fuge in a sump on a big tank - how far off the water level can you keep the AC70 before the waterfall noise becomes annoying? The return section of my sump keeps the water about six inches below the tank rim.

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Unread 04/09/2007, 09:02 AM   #99
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fishrock the AC 20, 30, 50, and 70 can all switch out impellars..
the 110, will not switch out with the others.. the pump is a little different.. You might be able to mod the impellar somehow to slow the flow down a little bit..


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Unread 04/09/2007, 01:49 PM   #100
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which impeller should I use?

I'm going to be using my AC-Fuge on my Aquapod when I go open top..
I broke my AC20 impeller before I could test it out, so with one broken impeller blade, it wasnt barely pushing any water through..
Has anyone tried using the AC-30 impeller and had success, or is it pushing the water too fast?
I need to order another, just trying to decide which one..


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