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Yesterday, 02:29 PMAfter my heron incident I think I preferred it when the rat was visiting!14 replies | 21359 view(s)
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09-12-2024, 11:29 PMRS2OOO replied to a thread Swapping pump for filter - 1.5inch to 2inch converter? in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationYou can get white vinegar in 5 litre cans/tubs off eBay or Amazon etc. I bought 20 litres to get free postage about 8 years ago, and still have...8 replies | 8757 view(s)
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09-12-2024, 08:05 PMRS2OOO replied to a thread Swapping pump for filter - 1.5inch to 2inch converter? in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationSolvent weld fittings are the easiest in reality once you get over the initial nerves of using it. Assuming it is solvent weld pipework that you...8 replies | 8757 view(s)
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09-12-2024, 07:58 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Swapping pump for filter - 1.5inch to 2inch converter? in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationOase pumps like the aquamax 16000 are notorious for not re-starting after being turned off, but once going they run forever until the very next time...8 replies | 8757 view(s)
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09-12-2024, 07:34 PMRS2OOO replied to a thread Swapping pump for filter - 1.5inch to 2inch converter? in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationHi, yes that pump should be ok. By discharge pump I thought you meant a sump pump or similar, and the fittings on these don't usually match the sizes...8 replies | 8757 view(s)
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09-12-2024, 06:56 PMRS2OOO replied to a thread Swapping pump for filter - 1.5inch to 2inch converter? in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationDischarge pumps are not designed to run continuously. The only thing I would comfortably suggest would be to replace the broken pump, even if it...8 replies | 8757 view(s)
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09-12-2024, 05:35 PMAlburglar replied to a thread There’s a rat in my kitchen what am I gonna do in General Koi Carp ChatBig cheese brand of poison is what I used on the mice. Works well14 replies | 21359 view(s)
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09-12-2024, 12:58 PMRS2OOO replied to a thread Gaining confidence to feed in single figure temps. in General Koi Carp ChatI have always fed through winter, pellets down to 8C, live/frozen foods below that. When I lift the covers off in Spring, every year without fail...4 replies | 3175 view(s)
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09-12-2024, 02:58 AMThat type are supposed to be fitted into an electrical enclosure, like a wall box or similar. That's why I use the plug and play one. No wiring or...13 replies | 2333 view(s)
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09-12-2024, 02:08 AMAlburglar replied to a thread Gaining confidence to feed in single figure temps. in General Koi Carp Chat... I too have learned. I just to watch the window. If they're active, I lift the cover in 'the feeding corner'. If the all the fish appear they get...4 replies | 3175 view(s)
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09-12-2024, 01:59 AMAlburglar replied to a thread Any off the shelf pipe that fits perfectly inside 4" pressure pipe? in Pond DIY Tips and Tricks - DIY ProjectsYeah I'm thinking the cut and slot method but I was thinking it needs an end cap , so something 'off the shelve' would have made life easier, but I...6 replies | 5570 view(s)
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08-12-2024, 11:35 PMsamp09 replied to a thread Changing from gravity to pump fed in Pond Construction and Pond Build DiariesI would imagine something like an Easy pod would probably be sufficient for your pond to be honest and it wouldn't be overly difficult. My guess...3 replies | 1585 view(s)
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07-12-2024, 12:38 AMput the new media from the nexus in the pond or filter for a few weeks/months in warmer pond temps to mature in mesh bags. before swapping the...3 replies | 3059 view(s)
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06-12-2024, 04:16 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Any off the shelf pipe that fits perfectly inside 4" pressure pipe? in Pond DIY Tips and Tricks - DIY ProjectsNo I'm on about lining the inside of 4" pressure for about 400mm, plus. It's an idea of putting my UV in my bottom drain stand pipe, protecting...6 replies | 5570 view(s)
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06-12-2024, 01:45 PMi use a similar one called a TC-100 though nearly 20 years old now, on my 1kw elecro heater (now used as a back up for my ASHP) that i had running a...13 replies | 2333 view(s)
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05-12-2024, 10:37 PMdavethefish1 replied to a thread Any off the shelf pipe that fits perfectly inside 4" pressure pipe? in Pond DIY Tips and Tricks - DIY ProjectsAs martin said, if you just want to convert it to 110mm soil pipe you can get a 4" pressure to 110mm adaptor. pressure is 114.3mm O.D. so is larger...6 replies | 5570 view(s)
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05-12-2024, 01:11 PMAlburglar started a thread Any off the shelf pipe that fits perfectly inside 4" pressure pipe? in Pond DIY Tips and Tricks - DIY ProjectsHello All, Does anyone know of an 'off the shelf' pipe that fits perfectly inside 4" pressure? Whether it be PVC or stainless? I'm only going to...6 replies | 5570 view(s)
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05-12-2024, 01:06 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Draco drum and Filtreau amalgam UV owners advice in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationAll good food for thought, thanks.8 replies | 13240 view(s)
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05-12-2024, 12:24 AMAlburglar replied to a thread Draco drum and Filtreau amalgam UV owners advice in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationTa, Mine has a bloody great big fitting on the end which could hinder me.8 replies | 13240 view(s)
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04-12-2024, 02:44 PMI saw the pond and fish a couple of years back when I purchased a kohaku and ki suri. Both excellent fish . Other fish were very nice . I now have...12 replies | 20549 view(s)
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04-12-2024, 08:29 AMAgree with Al, mains water for cleaning drum is best in my books. Hassle free,just my opinion.:rolleyes:5 replies | 15590 view(s)
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03-12-2024, 02:32 PMA Draco uses mains water pressure. That really is hassle free. Horses for courses Drum failures with high pressure pumps can empty the pond and...5 replies | 15590 view(s)
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03-12-2024, 02:28 PMThe smelly ones are more convincing in my mind, heavy bacteria loads tend to whiff a bit. The blue gels and balls and liquids that don't smell etc...4 replies | 12572 view(s)
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03-12-2024, 02:24 PMYeah. The EA bacteria balls etc are well known to be totally bollox. It makes you wonder if the actual bacteria in other forms really works or even...4 replies | 12572 view(s)
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03-12-2024, 02:22 PMAlburglar replied to a thread There’s a rat in my kitchen what am I gonna do in General Koi Carp ChatI have worse. Flying rats aka Seagulls14 replies | 21359 view(s)
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02-12-2024, 01:37 PMdavethefish1 replied to a thread There’s a rat in my kitchen what am I gonna do in General Koi Carp Chatjust watch out not to catch next doors cat :D :eek:14 replies | 21359 view(s)
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02-12-2024, 01:03 PMdavethefish1 replied to a thread There’s a rat in my kitchen what am I gonna do in General Koi Carp Chatrats have neophobia, so traps are not always as easy as put one down and it works... the best method is to make piles of sawdust and bread crumb...14 replies | 21359 view(s)
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01-12-2024, 02:25 PM2 degrees change a day is pretty safe19 replies | 9120 view(s)
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30-11-2024, 03:57 PMYou need to slowly drop the temp in the vat Denise, when you get matching temps then ok to move. I find they dont take well moving from warm to...19 replies | 9120 view(s)
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28-11-2024, 10:42 PMAlburglar replied to a thread Draco drum and Filtreau amalgam UV owners advice in Water Treatment, Protein Skimmers and FiltrationOk yep, hadn't considered the seal. I purge the BD through the clean end and out through the skimmer line so dirty side is the only option for...8 replies | 13240 view(s)
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