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11/18/2006, 01:35 PM
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ways to remove surface scum?
Ever since i've removed my HOB filter in my 55g, ive noticed a lot of build up on the surface of the water. What ways are there to control this? My set up is just a 55g with a skimmer(no sump/fuge) Im looking for a inexpensive solution. Thanks.
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11/18/2006, 01:41 PM
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Location: Texas
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does your skimmer work ok? W/ a functioning skimmer I am surprised that this would happen
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11/18/2006, 02:48 PM
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i have same set up 0n a 75 aim a p0werhead at the surface
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11/18/2006, 02:52 PM
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I do have a powerhead aimed at the surface...I just took both of my powerheads out to clean them, and they were clogged with gunk and cheato. Thats probably why I was getting buildup on the surface. Not getting enough flow out of the PH.
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11/18/2006, 05:13 PM
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Powdered Toast Man
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Peoria, IL
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Is the skimmer a HOB? If so you could probably use one solution to this ive read about . This invloves modifying a specimen container by cutting the hanging bracket off of the top and cutting teeth in the container. Place the powerhead or pump inside the box in such a way that the teeth are above the water level. The scum gets sucked directly into the skimmer and boosts skimmate production.
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11/18/2006, 05:15 PM
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Powdered Toast Man
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Location: Peoria, IL
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oops i should have said put the teeth AT the water level srry
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And now back to my regularly scheduled lurking. Drill It! Current Tank Info: Buncha parts and tanks of various size. Nothing currently running :( |
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11/18/2006, 06:09 PM
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Location: Albany, NY
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you gotta have surface water moving as well, the power head facing up to agiate it some will take care of that problem for ya
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