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  1. Thread: Brantlor

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    Brantlor

    Can the mods please ban this user? Multiple very annoying posts unrelated to the forum - many thanks.
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    So, the final piece of the puzzle has been...

    So, the final piece of the puzzle has been provided by Gazkoi - he stocks Colombo Alparex and very kindly took the time to send me photos of the instructions on the box plus photos of the instruction...
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    In post #100 above I referenced the conflicting...

    In post #100 above I referenced the conflicting information re: how to use Alparex so, to avoid any confusion, I emailed Colombo to ask them to confirm what their advice is re: KH and waiting periods...
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    I’m really sorry for your loss Eddie, what an...

    I’m really sorry for your loss Eddie, what an absolute tragedy for you - do hope this doesn’t deter you from re-stocking and continuing with the hobby.

    I’ve never used Alparex so have no clue what...
  5. Thread: Pond tour

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    You’re very welcome - it’s important to know...

    You’re very welcome - it’s important to know actual pond volume so I’m glad it’s worked for you and your fish.
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    Build a wooden decking cover in sections that fit...

    Build a wooden decking cover in sections that fit snugly when down but can be easily lifted when you want to access part or all of the filter pit - works for me!
  7. Thread: poss addition

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    Phil, if you do choose to resolve your dispute...

    Phil, if you do choose to resolve your dispute with the dealer in the manner that he’s suggested:

    # Don’t withdraw your chargeback claim until the dispute is resolved to your satisfaction.

    # ...
  8. Thread: poss addition

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    There is a difference between a chargeback claim...

    There is a difference between a chargeback claim made under the voluntary scheme operated by banks and credit card companies and a legal claim made under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act - the...
  9. Thread: poss addition

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    If you paid by debit or credit card the first...

    If you paid by debit or credit card the first thing I would do is make a chargeback claim - you need to do this ASAP as there are time limits: see...
  10. Thread: Pond tour

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    I haven’t, no, as I used a water meter when...

    I haven’t, no, as I used a water meter when filling my pond 6 years ago. But, if I needed to, I would definitely use the salt method - as you can see from Syd’s article the salt method is often more...
  11. Thread: Pond tour

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    Lovely looking pond Letimgo. Rather than...

    Lovely looking pond Letimgo.

    Rather than draining down and refilling using a water meter to measure pond volume, it would be less stressful to your filters, fish and you to use salt to accurately...
  12. Thread: Load of balls

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    This might be what you were thinking of Feline -...

    This might be what you were thinking of Feline - the link was posted here 3 years ago, the pond was covered with floating balls + styrofoam sheets, the fish suffocated during a power outage:...
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    Wish I had a need for this pump, I’d gladly pay...

    Wish I had a need for this pump, I’d gladly pay £100 plus postage! Hope it sells for you soon Rapleyr.
  14. Thread: Power outage

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    As I understand it from your previous threads...

    As I understand it from your previous threads your pond is relatively new, your filters are still cycling and your pond temperature averages 28c. A 7hr power outage won’t help your filters - you...
  15. Thread: Newb!

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    Why do you want to add salt? It has its uses,...

    Why do you want to add salt? It has its uses, but should only be deployed when it’s the recommended treatment for a diagnosed problem. So, unless that’s your situation, by all means buy a bag to...
  16. Thread: Fish Fry Dying

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    API’s recommendation is correct re: high nitrite...

    API’s recommendation is correct re: high nitrite - daily water changes @ 20% to dilute (using a dechlorinator), plus add pond salt to help protect the fish.

    I can’t find a direct link to Manky...
  17. Thread: Newb!

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    Yup, you’re right Ajm, pending his arrival here...

    Yup, you’re right Ajm, pending his arrival here are the links:

    Alkalinity

    www.mamkysanke.co.uk/html/understanding_buffering.html

    Obviously explains it all better than my effort!
  18. Thread: Newb!

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    No, don’t mess around with pH if it’s stable -...

    No, don’t mess around with pH if it’s stable - anything between 7.0 and 8.5 is fine. It’s only if your pH is swinging by more than 0.2 that you should take action to stabilise it (or raise it if...
  19. Thread: Fish Fry Dying

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    Hi Goldy. Whilst 1200 litres/264 gallons is fine...

    Hi Goldy. Whilst 1200 litres/264 gallons is fine for goldfish, it’s not sufficient for koi or sterlet/sturgeon. The problem with such a small volume is that sooner rather than later you will...
  20. Thread: Newb!

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    I’m not sure that a trickle feed de-chlorinator...

    I’m not sure that a trickle feed de-chlorinator affects KH, but it’s easily checked by testing KH out of the tap and out of the dechlorinator!

    I suspect Ajm suggested that you check KH because you...
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    Parkstone Koi & Pond Maintenance provide pondside...

    Parkstone Koi & Pond Maintenance provide pondside assistance and cover your area (I think), they don’t have a website but are on Facebook. Contact details:

    07966 698843
    mythril1476@gmail.com
    ...
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    Laulau, if you post your location a member close...

    Laulau, if you post your location a member close by might be able to provide pondside assistance, or might know someone who can ....
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    Duckweed is an absolute menace when it finds its...

    Duckweed is an absolute menace when it finds its way into a pond.

    Chemicals are available that will nuke duckweed (aquatic herbicides), but they are invariably toxic to fish and other plant life...
  24. Thread: White Mucous

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    According to this blog (April 2019), the API...

    According to this blog (April 2019), the API ammonia test kit uses the Salicylate method:

    https://blog.marinedepot.com/2019/04/aquarium-ammonia-test-kit-comparison.html

    And, API confirm this:
    ...
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    Ah, you sold the Yamatonishiki, been keeping my...

    Ah, you sold the Yamatonishiki, been keeping my eye on him/her - such a pretty fish. I’d love to add 2 or 3 to my collection but my dilemma is no new fish added now for 8 years, so, even if I QT to...
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