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	CO2 systems.
clownloachfan Fish Addict Posts: 660 Kudos: 850 Votes: 115 Registered: 10-Oct-2003	I have been thinking of putting a co2 system on my next tank. I have been thinking about either the Carbo Plus CO2 unit or the CO2 fiz factorey from Jungle. So for i think the Fiz factorey appeals to me most. What are your thoughts? [font color="#000080"] thanks [/font]
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
moondog Moderator The Hobnob-lin Posts: 2676 Kudos: 1038 Votes: 4366 Registered: 30-Sep-2002	the diy method is cheaper and produces about the same amount of co2 using about the same materials. that is the only method i have ever tried. maybe someone else can comment on the two you are asking about. "That's the trouble with political jokes in this country... they get elected!" -- Dave Lippman
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
sly Big Fish Posts: 377 Kudos: 251 Votes: 0 Registered: 22-Jun-2004	Any links to bulding DIY CO2 systems? Generally, how long and how much does it cost to complete the project?
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
Babelfish Administrator Small Fry with Ketchup Posts: 6833 Kudos: 8324 Votes: 1570 Registered: 17-Apr-2003	Cost, empty 2L soda bottle, airline, check valve, aquarium silicone, drill, sugar, yeast. Directions are as easy as drill hole in bottle cap just a bit smaller than the airline, silicone airline to cap, let dry fully. Attach check valve in the airline. Mix 2 cups sugar, 1/2tsp yeast, warm (not hot) water to fill to the curve of the soda bottle. Shake. Run airline either into the filter, or into a diffuser. ^_^
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
Gomer Ultimate Fish Guru Small Fry with BBQ Sauce Posts: 3602 Kudos: 1709 Votes: 106 Registered: 29-Mar-2002	Directions are as easy as drill hole in bottle cap just a bit smaller than the airline If the hole is smaller than the airline, how does the airline fit through the hole? I would say drill a hole the same diameter as the airline.. -- Gomer
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
Babelfish Administrator Small Fry with Ketchup Posts: 6833 Kudos: 8324 Votes: 1570 Registered: 17-Apr-2003	The airline squishes a bit....it makes for a tighter fit. If you drill the same size as the airline it allows more risk of leaking. Least that's how I did mine . ^_^
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
Alfie Hobbyist Posts: 79 Kudos: 264 Votes: 1 Registered: 31-May-2004	I agree with Babel. Thats exactly how I did mine. If you drill the hole just a bit smaller then you squish the airline in. On mine its airtight like that without any silicone.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
sly Big Fish Posts: 377 Kudos: 251 Votes: 0 Registered: 22-Jun-2004	No pictures? It may sound easy for people who actually build one but for first timers, visualization are needed.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
clownloachfan Fish Addict Posts: 660 Kudos: 850 Votes: 115 Registered: 10-Oct-2003	So you are saying that the CO2 fiz factorey from jungle and the diy method both are about the same? What about at night when the plants dont need the co2 isnt the water just continue to go acidic?
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
moondog Moderator The Hobnob-lin Posts: 2676 Kudos: 1038 Votes: 4366 Registered: 30-Sep-2002	the water will turn acidic whichever method you use. but your water will reach a saturation point where it can't absorb more co2. if you have the correct flow for either method, you can run them 24/7 and your tank will be fine as long as you remember to change the mixture when it needs to be changed (usually anywhere from 10-20 days). i have a few pics left over from my own diy setup, i'll try to find them and post them here to help out anyone who wants to see them. "That's the trouble with political jokes in this country... they get elected!" -- Dave Lippman
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43
Babelfish Administrator Small Fry with Ketchup Posts: 6833 Kudos: 8324 Votes: 1570 Registered: 17-Apr-2003	It may sound easy for people who actually build one but for first timers, visualization are needed. Guess I have to agree, after all I pestered moondog for two weeks or so before finally building mine...for some reason I guess I thought it would be harder than it actually was. I'll see about shooting pics too....for some reason I didnt' take any when I did mine :%). ^_^
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:43


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