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16-04-2025, 06:18 PMThat Nitrite is crazy, and so is the ammonia range. I'm assuming a typo? You're aiming for as close to zero as possible,. certainly not over 0.25ppm...2 replies | 298 view(s)
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16-04-2025, 04:24 PMPond has been holding between 16C and 15.5C since the Weekend. (Still covered at night). Currently at 15.5C. This pond cannot hold temps like...12005 replies | 766966 view(s)
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16-04-2025, 12:58 PMLovely looking fish. Must be some Londoners keen to help...8 replies | 3889 view(s)
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16-04-2025, 12:57 PMHi Brian, Got any photos?2 replies | 81 view(s)
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14-04-2025, 09:08 PMIf you want a few Koi you'll need at least 5000litre or 1000 gallons for 3 or 4 adult fish and a major rethink of filtration.5 replies | 1289 view(s)
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14-04-2025, 06:25 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Thermo Scientific Eutech Elite CTS Salinity meter. TDS conversion factor. in Koi Equipment Manuals and Technical Data Sheets...and after all that, I am still getting better results, closer to the calibration fluid with, slightly better than cheapo, D-D solutions TDS meter,...13 replies | 2375 view(s)
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14-04-2025, 05:52 PMEssential stock check in March, ready for the season, from my limited experience: Test kits Supaverm (amazing stuff) 100kg salt (enough to get...14 replies | 1496 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 09:07 PMFor one Koi, yeah probably. If I was you, I'd look into an easy pod.5 replies | 1289 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 09:05 PMAlburglar replied to a thread 8000 litre raised sleeper pond build in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesI put a 4" hole in the bottom of mine and used a 6" to 4" rubber boot to covert to 4", so could convert to anything from there. The 6" end slides...16 replies | 4703 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 08:20 PMRS2OOO replied to a thread Bubbles in return with two pumps but not with one in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationJust to get my head round this are you saying: With the air turned off you can run either of the pumps or both of the pumps at full power and not...6 replies | 250 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 05:12 PMAlburglar replied to a thread 8000 litre raised sleeper pond build in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesPut a proper ball valve on your bottom drain before the filtration.16 replies | 4703 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 05:11 PMAlburglar replied to a thread 8000 litre raised sleeper pond build in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesSounds like a great plan. 2" would be best if you can.16 replies | 4703 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 05:06 PMYou just need a concrete collar as a foundation for the sleepers.5 replies | 1289 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 05:03 PMLocation required. Photos really help8 replies | 3889 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 05:02 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Bubbles in return with two pumps but not with one in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationSounds like one is letting air in and the other isn't.6 replies | 250 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 04:58 PMHave you got the big rubber seal in the correct position? They are a bastard to put back and keep the seal in the right place.1 replies | 272 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 04:57 PMDiy job probably if the cetus won't fit. Most are pump fed iirc1 replies | 197 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 04:55 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Spazzle/lute with extending/telescopic handle - recommendation in General Koi Carp ChateBay is full of them. Search for concrete float. Extendable or long reach.4 replies | 2471 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 04:52 PMHave a s search on here. Someone was using a sludge treatment after blanket weed treatment and it was working well.2 replies | 317 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 03:31 PMI'm definitely going to go down the same route.6 replies | 6000 view(s)
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12-04-2025, 03:28 PMI split a pipe and put it round like a collar to stop it getting knocked about6 replies | 1724 view(s)
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10-04-2025, 10:30 PM..yes mines in the standpipe and currently working well. I have made it easily removable so I can yank it out when purging the bottom drain. The...6 replies | 1724 view(s)
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10-04-2025, 10:25 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Large single koi fish needs new home - no charge in Koi and Pond Equipment for SaleA photo will always help1 replies | 471 view(s)
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10-04-2025, 10:24 PMAlburglar replied to a thread House move . 9 Koi and 1 tench for sale in Koi and Pond Equipment for SalePhotos always help.2 replies | 403 view(s)
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10-04-2025, 10:23 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Hertfordshire pond builder in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesEz pond make them as do many on ebay6 replies | 333 view(s)
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10-04-2025, 10:21 PMAlburglar replied to a thread VERY large pond help needed in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesTry westcroft Koi, he's up that way and has a YouTube channel you can check out. If he doesn't want the job he may well know who does.2 replies | 1226 view(s)
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08-04-2025, 06:17 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Alburglar's DIY fry setup and grow on pond and filter. in Pond Construction and Pond Build Diaries...and today I mocked stuff up for a roof. I always wanted to go this way, but at my leisure. However, the pesky seagulls have pushed the project to...870 replies | 90468 view(s)
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06-04-2025, 08:09 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Alburglar's DIY fry setup and grow on pond and filter. in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesAir bar upgrade. I got hold of a 10mm stainless bar, which had a lot more weight to it. I thought would be fine, seeing as the ID of the rubber...870 replies | 90468 view(s)
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04-04-2025, 11:57 AMJaw drop. This was actually really useful! It does mention treating the water for diseases though. Lol.35 replies | 6823 view(s)
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04-04-2025, 12:50 AMI ditched the jebao version of the same type of feeder, for similar issues. Sometimes it would stop spining and the flaps would jam and error code,...1 replies | 547 view(s)
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2660 Gallons. 4" Bottom Drain and Skimmer. Draco Solum 16 Drum. Anoxic Filtration. Air lift returns.
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- 01:32 PM - Alburglar clicked Thanks for this post: What’s your drum filter arrangement? by DiabloDaveBio would be hidden...
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15-04-2025
- 01:16 PM - Benjaminb91 clicked Thanks for this post: Compact gravity sieve/pre-filter? by AlburglarDiy job probably if the...
- 08:52 AM - dbs clicked Thanks for this post: Koi cupboard by AlburglarEssential stock check in...
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14-04-2025
- 09:57 PM - Alburglar clicked Thanks for this post: 8000 litre raised sleeper pond build by K3vinjam3sSo got the base all...
- 09:56 PM - Alburglar clicked Thanks for this post: New Natural look koi pond build by james9489Back breaking work...
12-04-2025
- 05:07 PM - Alburglar clicked Thanks for this post: New Natural look koi pond build by james9489Been a while! Back on...
- 05:03 PM - Alburglar clicked Thanks for this post: House move . 9 Koi and 1 tench for sale by Colin FautleyPics coming
- 04:51 PM - Alburglar clicked Thanks for this post: White spot on new koi fins by rolonope just leave it it...
- 10:49 AM - Manky Sanke clicked Thanks for this post: Newbie & doing battle with a heron by AlburglarI always hit the report...
11-04-2025
- 08:16 PM - davethefish1 clicked Thanks for this post: Covers off! by Alburglar...didn't notice them...
- 05:24 PM - NickK-UK clicked Thanks for this post: VERY large pond help needed by AlburglarTry westcroft Koi, he's...
- 09:43 AM - Manky Sanke clicked Thanks for this post: Submerisble UV inside PVC pipework by Alburglar..yes mines in the...
09-04-2025
- 02:38 PM - Alburglar clicked Thanks for this post: Sealing the window by AjmIt's in its in its in...
- 02:37 PM - Alburglar clicked Thanks for this post: Sealing the window by Ajmlooks great mate! The...
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Some great ideas guys I’ll take some bits from everyone. I have a pergola over mine too with...