Parachromis1

Aqua controllers don't screw up as often, you can use a much bigger element, and they seem to be much more accurate. I prefer them.

Dude you need a sump! I'm excited to start planning out my plywood build for my bass

You can drill holes in the side or the back, its not as effective. The whole point of an overflow box is to skim the thinnest amount of water off of the surfce possbile, because there is a lot of detrius, enzyme, and protein buildups. IMO put the drian hole closer to the surface and just build a box around it. As for the return, put it on the opposite side on the back. Remember wherever your holes are, thats how much water will drain out of your tank. So I'd either have a large enough sump or put a 3/4" check valve on the return. Good luck!

Big Al's can get them. If you contact Hagen directly I don't see why they couldn't send you one either.

The owners just wanna retire from what I hear. I think they know the industry a little bit, they have been in business quite a while. And they would've went under if they didn't know the "industry" lol. I have no idea why you post such useless garbage insulting a very well liked fish store. Honestly, once again, why in the hell would someone take time out of their day to post Aquagiant for sale if they were not serious? I think if someone did it as a "hoax", or whatever you wanna call it, It'd be somewhat illegal? And as for their suppliers, goodluck! A proud Asian business man will never ever EVER give up his sources, or his secrets, due to competition. So IMO they're going to smile at you, hmm and haw, and say no.

Too much light can bleach out your corals. Also there is a leg set you can buy separately for the Tek light. Nova Extremes are a good light fixture too

2x4's is the easiest, strongest way to do it. Wood is unusually strong.

Rubbermaid, a powerconverter with an airpump w/ an airstone. Also, grab some bag buddies. They're awesome. I brought home a 14" Haitiensis fine that way.

I have to disagree with you Kyle....its like comparing apples and oranges. Yes the FX5 is an amazing filter(I've owned 3 myself) but it cannot compare. The FX5 is huge and clunky, as well as it has tonnes of bypass, whereas the new G series is rumored to have none. Also, denitrification works better at lower flows, therefore this filter will also apparently have better filtration capacity. I like the idea of the pleated cartriges. Yes they may be a PITA to clean and what have you, but it'll purify the water much better than that of ordinary foam. I think it'll compare to the likes of a filter sock or similar to a diatom cartrige. Also, I think the water will get dispursed better through the bio media. And Chris, I'd have to disagree. 1.) We have no idea how this filter will perform against a sump, 2.) Its apples and oranges again. Two totally different styles of filtration. One is high flow high capacity, one is low flow no bypass. 3.) We both know we can build sumps for cheap, but what about the general public? They might not be as crafty as us. Just my 2 cents.

Current sundials are the way to go, Coralifes seem to have crappy ballasts. Have you thought about going with all T5's? Tek lights are awesome in that regard too, seeing as if you have a Concept 112, it's only like 20" deep.

I heard Concept Aquariums went out of business (actually I know they did) and they are now buying tanks from Bow Valley Aquariums Bow Valley also supplies all the tanks to Riverfront Aquariums as well. Lol go to Bow Valley if you'd like, Mitch is the worst tank builder out there. Also, I don't know where you get your info, but Concept is alive and well. I work there. We're currently looking for a new shop. You should know your facts before you talk. :boxer: Starphire glass isn't that bad. It's still cheaper than acrylic, and if you ask me looks nicer. 1 (OT) That wasn't a very nice thing to say 2 Acrylic IS cheaper at the larger volumes than even the petsmart or Aqua Giant tanks. Compared to Aquarium Illusion tanks i'm sure some of the lower volumes are even on par in terms of price. 3. Depending on who you talk to acrylic is either better or as good as glass in terms of clarity. It's a matter of preference. Aquarium Designs has a few acryic set ups and a Pretty Fluval Glass set up if you want to do some comparing. Personally i would LOVE one of their Framed Picture Aquariums. I'm curious as to what you want built. good luck L She already purchased the tank from us. You should do some looking around before you talk as well, we do this for a living.

. I find that funny as bow valley aquariums bought all thier stock this week. Whats funnier is that they has to take thier own glass cutting tools and straight edges because the recievers had already taken them all from Concept. They will now be ordering tanks from bow valley....lol We have 70 tanks "sitting" there, and there yours? I don't think so? Whats so funny about someone buying tanks from bow valley? It'd be funny if everyone stopped buying tanks there and put you out of a job. It'd sure shut you up.

I heard Concept Aquariums went out of business (actually I know they did) and they are now buying tanks from Bow Valley Aquariums Bow Valley also supplies all the tanks to Riverfront Aquariums as well. Lol go to Bow Valley if you'd like, Mitch is the worst tank builder out there. Also, I don't know where you get your info, but Concept is alive and well. I work there. We're currently looking for a new shop. You should know your facts before you talk. :boxer: Starphire glass isn't that bad. It's still cheaper than acrylic, and if you ask me looks nicer. : I actually work for Bow Valley and it was yesterday that we bought out all the remaining items off the owner of Concept, that is all the stuff that the recievers of the company allowed us to buy. So witch one is it? I know that web site is down, but I would dought they would close since they are owned by Aquarium illusions and they are still alive a nd kicking. Aqurium Illusions and Concept have nothing to do with each other, besides having the same owners. Concept is currently looking for a new warehouse.

Try scottish barley. It seems to help with everyone elses pond.

Sounds like septecemia. Get some salt and some Acriflavine or Malachite green, or methylane blue if you can. Also I tend to agree with Jorg, treating with clout seems to benefit as well.