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    I agree, although it would depend on how fast...

    I agree, although it would depend on how fast the leak is - if it's a very slow leak, then it might be too difficult to distinguish fresh leakage from residual run-off / weeping from the overall...
  2. Broadly-speaking, that sounds logical to me. ...

    Broadly-speaking, that sounds logical to me.



    In theory, you could build a small chamber as deep as (or even deeper than) the pond, just to receive water from the filtration setup, in order to...
  3. I've seen this lake on some travelogue youtube...

    I've seen this lake on some travelogue youtube videos (Americans touring Japan), and it's true - it does have quite a surreal appearance.
  4. I hate them for one very simple reason: They...

    I hate them for one very simple reason:

    They are creating a society of corporate surveillance of the public.
    Sorry to go all serious for a minute, but you inadvertently touched a nerve :rolleyes:...
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    Have you tried lubricant? :rolleyes:

    Have you tried lubricant? :rolleyes:
  6. You're like the Troels Gravesen of the DIY koi...

    You're like the Troels Gravesen of the DIY koi filter world, if that pic's anything to go by, Dave!

    Just don't try making your next filter out of HDF... :D

    troelsgravesen.dk/
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    Before you go buying expensive screws, have you...

    Before you go buying expensive screws, have you figured out yet which end of the screwdriver to hold? ;)
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    Probably best to put him in your quarantine tank...

    Probably best to put him in your quarantine tank until he gets better :p
  9. Well, I don't like to see anyone's dreams...

    Well, I don't like to see anyone's dreams squashed. I'm sure that wasn't anyone's intention in this thread. Just trying to steer you away from a whole heap of possible problems that could turn your...
  10. That was the first thing I thought of, too. ...

    That was the first thing I thought of, too.




    Don't get me wrong, Johni, I think what you're proposing is a very nice idea, as a concept, but in real-world terms, it could be fraught with all...
  11. Some other thoughts: Have you considered...

    Some other thoughts:


    Have you considered whether copper may be finding its way into your pond?
    ...
  12. A few vids for inspiration: ...

    A few vids for inspiration:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHwe0AlWCcQ

    https://youtu.be/tqEOrcKnsKM?t=379

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sno4EpEkCAo
    ...
  13. What follows isn't intended as authoratitive...

    What follows isn't intended as authoratitive answers - it's just my thoughts





    I suppose that makes some logical sense, from the POV that if your K1 (moving or static? - I'm guessing...
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    It's possible your filter bacteria got knocked...

    It's possible your filter bacteria got knocked back significantly by the treatment, and may take some time to recover.
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    Zero ammonia in that pond unless... ...

    Zero ammonia in that pond unless...






    ...but I'm sure no one would do that! :D
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    Hi Alex, there are many different types of...

    Hi Alex, there are many different types of filter, each with it's own pros & cons - what is it about bead filters that appeals to you?

    Because they are pressure-fed, bead filters can cost quite a...
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    This discussion has reminded me that, ever since...

    This discussion has reminded me that, ever since Mark's passing, 18 months ago, his website has been offline - the domain is even for sale :(

    It seems a shame that such a detailed resource is no...
  18. Unbelievable.. (I'm not shocked, but I should...

    Unbelievable..

    (I'm not shocked, but I should be)

    Makes you wonder if anyone in that company has even the slightest idea about fish health, does it not?
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    That's my (admittedly limited) understanding of...

    That's my (admittedly limited) understanding of it, too.

    However, a substantial part of the problem may relate specifically to the nitrogen content of our atmosphere, which a standard air pump...
  20. This reply is about 5 years too late, but because...

    This reply is about 5 years too late, but because the thread was bumped today, I happened to read it through, and thought I may as well clarify the above:


    BioHome is not ceramic - it's a...
  21. Not koi-specific, but still interesting

    https://www.hatcheryinternational.com/waste-not-agricultural-by-products-in-aquafeed/
  22. Copper also discussed in this old thread: ...

    Copper also discussed in this old thread:

    https://www.koiforum.uk/koi-garden-landscaping-pergolas-ornaments/26064-copper-water-fountain-tree.html


    Best of luck with resolving your current...
  23. Nice little installation tip in this aquaculture...

    Nice little installation tip in this aquaculture article:


    https://www.hatcheryinternational.com/maintaining-solid-filtration-with-rotary-drum-filters/



    "If the RDF is working hard and...
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    Best of luck with your recovery, and here's to...

    Best of luck with your recovery, and here's to happier healthier times in the near future! :)
  25. Not a technical explanation on protein skimming...

    Not a technical explanation on protein skimming (AKA 'foam phractionation'), but a bit more discussion about the Clarity unit:
    ...
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