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22-09-2023, 12:36 PMYou have my sympathy, I had 3 months of drums not working, running dry etc but finally sorted and settled now although I’m going to upgrade the drums...17 replies | 377 view(s) -
20-09-2023, 09:10 PMGazkoi started a thread To heat or not heat - where do you sit on this one?? in General Koi Carp ChatAdaptation of a post I made a few years ago as we head towards the colder weather again…. To heat or not to heat that is the question... the...15 replies | 290 view(s)
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20-09-2023, 07:39 PMWhat area are you located Carla? someone local on here with more experience may be willing to pop round..? Cheers Gaz14 replies | 157 view(s)
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20-09-2023, 08:24 AMGazkoi replied to a thread Breeser secret clay dosage in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationIf anyone wants some Breeders Secret Clay I have some 2kg and 5kg bags from the closure of my koi business. Please DM if interested. Cheers Gaz6 replies | 260 view(s)
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20-09-2023, 08:09 AMno worries - feel free to ask as and when. There are lots of experienced members on here too and at times opinions vary in koi on a lot of matters,...63 replies | 1509 view(s)
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19-09-2023, 09:23 PMGazkoi replied to a thread Hope everyone ok after the massive thunderstorms last night in General Koi Carp ChatNot heard of any issues in the Midlands mate but another challenge from nature. Today there have been very high winds so keepers check your ponds...3 replies | 179 view(s)
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19-09-2023, 09:17 PMHappy to share any ideas and designs I’ve seen over the years mate if needed. As a former hobbyist and koi dealer I have seen many things...63 replies | 1509 view(s)
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19-09-2023, 08:44 PMApologies in advance as I have not read this thread from the start…. In unusual circumstances herons will dive for prey, however more commonly...63 replies | 1509 view(s)
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19-09-2023, 08:38 AMtake that happily mate Cheers Gaz11613 replies | 506759 view(s)
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18-09-2023, 03:27 PMIf possible retain the rain water in a large tank and add nutrients. That was you can’t use some of that along with your tap water to help dilute the...8 replies | 174 view(s)
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18-09-2023, 03:16 PMGazkoi replied to a thread Who makes the Aqua Sieve that Coastal Koi sell? in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and Filtrationhi mate - please feel free to call. 07598327049 Cheers Gaz9 replies | 163 view(s)
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18-09-2023, 07:57 AMGazkoi replied to a thread Planning a koi pond fed by a stream from a lake! in Pond Construction and Pond Build Diariesalways happy to offer my advice. Maybe consider an alternative set up or some hardier fish stock than Koi. Cheers Gaz18 replies | 309 view(s)
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18-09-2023, 07:20 AMGazkoi replied to a thread Planning a koi pond fed by a stream from a lake! in Pond Construction and Pond Build Diarieshi mate, to name a few concerns: Legislation as DTF has already advised Pollutants - these could be significant Ecosystem differences /...18 replies | 309 view(s)
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18-09-2023, 07:17 AMGazkoi replied to a thread Planning a koi pond fed by a stream from a lake! in Pond Construction and Pond Build Diarieshi mate, Koi are nowhere near as hardy as other Carp species unfortunately. cheers Gaz18 replies | 309 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 07:35 PMGazkoi replied to a thread Filtration help needed in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationAny pics of your pond mate. Might trigger a few ideas if members can see what you are facing? Pressure filters can work but only with diligent...6 replies | 143 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 07:06 PMThe definitely do the job however, keep and eye on blockages of heavy leaf fall or blanket week debris. Also they add a lot of equipment into the...6 replies | 221 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 06:55 PMGazkoi replied to a thread Up and running hopefully that’s it for this year in General Koi Carp ChatWelcome to the hobby. Nice build. Cheers Gaz7 replies | 226 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 06:54 PMGazkoi replied to a thread Who makes the Aqua Sieve that Coastal Koi sell? in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationHi Frim - I have 2 used sieves for sale (Ultras) if still needed Cheers Gaz9 replies | 163 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 06:52 PMGazkoi replied to a thread Filtration help needed in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationHi, The readings are up due to the restart of the filtration which will happen again as/when/if changed for something else. If budget, space and...6 replies | 143 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 06:45 PMKoi can live relatively happily in high Nitrate (not ammonia and / or Nitrite) but it’s far from ideal. Consider plants to assist with the level...8 replies | 174 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 06:41 PMIf not heated personally I would await early spring although probably won’t make a huge difference with either option. Maybe bag the k1 for a...2 replies | 205 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 06:33 PMIf you’re upgrading and budget permits - Oase every time for me. Cheers Gaz17 replies | 377 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 06:09 PMGazkoi replied to a thread Planning a koi pond fed by a stream from a lake! in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesHi mate, Personally I would be very wary of pumping source water from a lake. Cheers Gaz18 replies | 309 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 05:49 PMGazkoi started a thread K01 5OLD & K01 5ELL - vehicle registrations for sale in Koi and Pond Equipment for SaleHi all, Due to the closure of my Koi business I have 2 UK vehicle registration numbers on retention and available for sale / transfer. K01 5OLD...0 replies | 166 view(s)
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17-09-2023, 08:49 AMDjstiles999 replied to a thread Burton Drum Feedback Required in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationAre there no Burton Drum owners here?2 replies | 151 view(s)
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14-09-2023, 09:53 PMI had one on a previous pond, I thought it was a useful addition, not as good as a standard bottom drain as you’re pumping rather than gravity...6 replies | 221 view(s)
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14-09-2023, 09:49 PMDjstiles999 replied to a thread My new pond, starting to settle in now in Pond Gallery (Photos of Members Ponds)Knockout job, looks great especially with the bit of planting you’ve put in10 replies | 136 view(s)
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14-09-2023, 05:35 PMI was stripping the fibreglass Matt and bubble wrap off the nexus on my grow on and getting fed up finding dead mice etc and rather than redoing it...1 replies | 131 view(s)
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14-09-2023, 08:01 AMDjstiles999 started a thread Burton Drum Feedback Required in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationWas looking at the Burton drums, has anyone got a view on these versus say the Queni drums? Was thinking 2x the BD500 running in parallel to deal...2 replies | 151 view(s)
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12-09-2023, 09:22 PMDjstiles999 replied to a thread Filtration Ideas Wanted in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationWas looking at the Burton drums, has anyone got a view on these versus say the Queni drums? Was thinking 2x the BD500. Can’t see on their website...2 replies | 208 view(s)
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Hi Martin, I have been running the solum 25 on a 3000 gal pond for a few years now. Only...