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Hypothetically, even if it was a 125 gallon tank. It may take a bit for them to find each other. But once they do, it’s on. This is doomed to fail. Animal instincts supersede what we want.

Hopefully they fix this issue, doesn’t seem to be very aesthetic. I have 3 of these heaters and so far, so good, but once it starts flashing, it’s going to drive me nuts.

@FishRBeautiful you’re overthinking the whole thing. Lower your waterline to 1”-2” to both aquariums and get someone to help your drag it the 12’. I’ve done this literally 30-40 times. There’s no real issue unless it carpet. At that point just lift and move. There’s really no need to move anything out of the aquarium unless you have large rocks in there. Don’t over complicate it for no reason.

I’d add a ton more loaches and some botanicals. Leaves can add some top notch hidey spots and food.

If the length of airline connecting the airstone is too long, it’ll burp a large bubble up shorten that airline to very small and it’ll fix itself.

@Elyse Douglas It’s a personal choice. I’ve never been much of a discus guy, but I adore larger fish, so that’s the route I’d go. Personally in a 300, I’d probably go with a school of 12 albino Geophagus Pyrocephalus, an Oscar, an L014 pleco, and probably an ornate bichir. However, you keep whatever makes you happy. Also Cory has said, after the 125 mark, he shoots for acrylic because it is lighter to move, and is a bit stronger. The only issue is it is much more expensive. If cost isn’t an issue, I’d go acrylic with everything. Good luck!

@Galabar hahahahahahaha

@Galabar Assumptions and debates are a great way to get banned on this forum. If we are assuming, you seem perturbed by my comments, what are you defending exactly? A video?

@Galabar nothing passive aggressive about it, I said do what works for you. Sensitivity is also unbecoming.

I absolutely love my fx6’s, there is literally no replacement for them. Also no replacement for my Simplyclear canister for my outdoor stock tank. I have sponge’s, HOB’s, and canisters; and they all have their necessity. Go with what works for you. It’s fascinating how influential a video can be.

I would go with another rack or a smaller aquarium. IME, overhang is a big no no.

@Lavender any time it gets into the 40’s, I toss in an aquarium coop 100 watt heater, but that is probably 2 weeks out of the year.

@Stef I’m in Florida so mine is out all year round. I didn’t bury it, but it’s safe under a covered lanai. It would be overkill for a 100 gallon, but you could diy it to more than 1 pond. And for the price of a Fluval, I think this may actually be cheaper, not too sure about that though. Their customer service is top notch and will walk you through any issues.

@Stef I went through the same dilemma. Indoor equipment always went down pretty quickly outdoors. I invested in the pond guy simplyclear outdoor canister. It is a game changer. First off, it’s made for outdoor use. I use it on a 300 gallon stock tank, but is rated for ponds up to 1250 gallons. The cost was $189 which is comparable to most canisters you see online. Also cleaning it is a breeze. I’ve never opened it up. Simply detach the output and place on your lawn or vegetation. Push the lever on top up and down and as the water flows out, the lever is squeezing the sponges inside. The water comes out very dirty at first. Keep pumping until the water flows out clear. There’s also a UV sterilizer which helps me out but can be bypassed. It’s the best investment/ Father’s Day gift I’ve ever received. Yes, my wife is pretty awesome. Good luck

@Milliardo Peacecraft technically any air pump is adjustable if you add a control valve to the airline. I have an aquarium coop dual out air pump on both of my 75’s and they are silent and adjustable without any need for a valve. Plus the added bonus of having a battery backup in case of a power outage.

@Lavender not too sure about walstad, but I can tell you I have a 110 stock tank outdoors year round. It started with 6 staek endlers and about 12 fire red shrimp, 2 sponge filters, and a ton of plants, tons and tons of moss. I have probably a zillion endlers now and the bottom looks solid red in certain areas. I feed twice a day and have done 1 water change in 6 months. The main thing is to top off regularly.

I have wakin goldfish in a 300 stock tank outdoors and the bigger they get, the larger the insects they eat. Thus far, mosquitos, love bugs, and spiders don’t stand a chance. I’ve seen them leap out of the water to devour said insect. The biggest I have is around 7”, once they hit the 12” mark, I’d expect dragonfly’s to go down with ease. They are my second favorite next to my Flowerhorn. The different personality on each goldfish is pretty remarkable. Although the maintenance is quite in depth, it’s all very worth it.

@Prickly Magoo I wouldn’t risk it.

Not too sure of exact amount, but it doesn’t take much, IME @RichNJ

Amano’s will love the salt, just be careful with the plants. They don’t appreciate it too much.

@Ninjoma seems more like a wish list than a bucket list.

House generator, paid $5K installed

Angelfish are snipers. Mine also decimated large colonies and then they appear really full and happy. Cichlids will cichlid. Amano’s may be left alone but that is also a gamble.

Now that’s a hell of a bucket list fish.

@lefty o a school of alligator gars with a platinum tossed in for good measure would be spectacular.