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Today, 11:48 AMMartin59 replied to a thread Raised sleeper pond overflow without a skimmer in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesThe only problem I can see with putting the overflow on that part of the system is that there will be a difference in the height of the water when...10 replies | 157 view(s)
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Today, 10:49 AMK3vinjam3s replied to a thread Raised sleeper pond overflow without a skimmer in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesSo trawling YouTube pond builds and using Telford koi pond as a bit of research as he's very precise and over engineers, which I think is great. I...10 replies | 157 view(s) -
Today, 09:32 AMThat's a great price Al,will have a look.26 replies | 3661 view(s)
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Today, 08:49 AMYes, many house their koi equipment in sheds. Waterproof the area with a pond liner or raised platform to prevent water damage. Install vents or an...7 replies | 2441 view(s)
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Today, 08:34 AMI’ve used the aller aqua pellets before, they are decent As you say they are well regarded in the fishery/carp farming industry I’ve grown a...26 replies | 3661 view(s)
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Today, 07:47 AMNickK-UK replied to a thread adding extra inlet/outlets to RDF in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationI used one of these with a standard push (solvent) fit: https://www.plasticpipeshop.co.uk/Plain-PVC-Socket-Tank-Connector-Bulkhead_c_3029.html ...1 replies | 39 view(s)
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Today, 03:45 AMHi guys I need some help with today’s technology with water proofing a pond. I’m currently building a pond out of concrete blocks. Below ground. If...0 replies | 16 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:49 PMst3v3 started a thread adding extra inlet/outlets to RDF in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationSo, when i bought my RDF i messed up and didnt future proof myself with my drum filter, so now i need to add an extra inlet and outlet to it, whilst...1 replies | 39 view(s)
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Yesterday, 08:15 PMManky Sanke replied to a thread Sump pump level switch in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationYep, having spent most of my life designing smart electronics, the simplest solution is usually the best.6 replies | 68 view(s)
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Yesterday, 08:05 PMAndymadd replied to a thread Sump pump level switch in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationYes I am thinking about smashing out the old sump and putting in a bigger one, then any pump will work. Low current switches and relay circuits is...6 replies | 68 view(s)
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Yesterday, 07:48 PMManky Sanke replied to a thread Sump pump level switch in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationTough one - a solution will be possible using switches like the ones posted above but may not be simple or cheap!! I used to design water...6 replies | 68 view(s)
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Yesterday, 07:44 PMEvening all, Without wanting to sound like Michael Barrymore should I got top middle or bottom with my returns ? I know it's good to create a...0 replies | 33 view(s)
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Yesterday, 07:26 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Sump pump level switch in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and Filtrationhttps://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/186938147976?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=majj2wtyqj6&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=vp0n2HjERMG&var=694996917295&wi...6 replies | 68 view(s)
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Yesterday, 07:10 PMAndymadd replied to a thread Sump pump level switch in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationNo I cant get that in, I have a pump with an attached float just like that and its a solids handling pump so perfect but the float jams on the side...6 replies | 68 view(s)
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Yesterday, 07:00 PMManky Sanke replied to a thread Sump pump level switch in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationCan you fit an ordinary float switch like this one? The lead to the float can be clipped to the wall close to the float itself to limit the...6 replies | 68 view(s)
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Yesterday, 05:02 PMjohn1 replied to a thread Draco Solum 16 drum motor failure in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationHa ha, didnt realise that one Steve. Well spotted :D:D37 replies | 9808 view(s)
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Yesterday, 03:54 PMSo if anyone is thinking of getting a pond-vac 5 I just got a second hand one for not bad money, wow what a machine so much better than the 4.3 replies | 1720 view(s)
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Yesterday, 01:50 PMK3vinjam3s replied to a thread Raised sleeper pond overflow without a skimmer in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesThe kockney one I've been looking at but not as easy to fit an overflow to that as the way too expensive in wall ones.10 replies | 157 view(s)
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Yesterday, 01:50 PMRS2OOO replied to a thread Draco Solum 16 drum motor failure in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationI really should read the whole thread for context before bursting out laughing at the size of your tiny shafts lol :D37 replies | 9808 view(s)
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Yesterday, 12:13 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Raised sleeper pond overflow without a skimmer in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesThis is what I have. You might have to use the floating tube type....10 replies | 157 view(s)
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Yesterday, 12:10 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Raised sleeper pond overflow without a skimmer in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesYeah don't put a slide valve on anything important.10 replies | 157 view(s)
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Yesterday, 10:29 AMI'm looking to move a few of last year's Tosai on to thin out my pond stocking open to offers. Based in the Birmingham area, please drop me a message...0 replies | 117 view(s)
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Yesterday, 10:13 AMAndymadd started a thread Sump pump level switch in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationHi When I built my filter pit I made the sump too small, this limits the size of sump pump I can fit in it. The normal dirty water pumps all seem...6 replies | 68 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:54 AMUpdate - I now have a little grey box electrical box from B&Q. I figured that a box would do two things (a) try to keep the selection of components...81 replies | 11712 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:40 AMNickK-UK replied to a thread Information & diagram on how to install External Thermostat to Heat Pump in Pond DIY Tips and Tricks - DIY ProjectsIs the heat pump temperature sensor sat in the pond? If so then I wouldn't be connecting it to the mains but instead use a low voltage and low...20 replies | 6573 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:17 AMNickK-UK replied to a thread Draco Solum 16 drum motor failure in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationI had a look at your part number - it's a brushless motor and not a stepper motor, so it sounds like they made a revision at some point.37 replies | 9808 view(s)
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Yesterday, 08:57 AMK3vinjam3s replied to a thread Raised sleeper pond overflow without a skimmer in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesIn wall skimmers that suit a sleeper pond seem way over priced. What type did you use? 3" v 4" is also under debate but I'm going to need 3 ball...10 replies | 157 view(s)
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Yesterday, 08:43 AMjohn1 replied to a thread Draco Solum 16 drum motor failure in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationSounds good Nick, working on one myself but not useing a stepper. Will do a post when up and running.37 replies | 9808 view(s)
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Yesterday, 08:38 AMNickK-UK replied to a thread Airlifts - pumping water around a gravity system using only air in Pond Construction and Pond Build Diaries2025 and I think, given the price hikes on electricity, that it's worth bumping this thread. In short airlifts can offer a massive electricity...132 replies | 19416 view(s)
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Yesterday, 08:02 AMSo I've got the drum working again. The stepper motor and 19:1 gearbox were complete full of condensation and the stepper motor rotor has seized...348 replies | 51516 view(s)
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The only problem I can see with putting the overflow on that part of the system is that there will...