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	Working Around Phython Siphon
Garofoli Big Fish Posts: 337 Kudos: 143 Votes: 27 Registered: 12-Apr-2006	Hello, I am trying to find a way around the Phyton Gravel filter, and make my own. I was planning on putting my siphon head on a long tube that will go straight from my tank to sink. I was going to use a funnel to bring water back in. Does anyone know the size of tube I will need for the standard gravel siphon head? BTW I am going to use a 25' tube. Thanks. Chris
Posted 09-Jun-2006 01:33
OldTimer Mega Fish USAF Retired Posts: 1181 Kudos: 1294 Votes: 809 Registered: 08-Feb-2005	Here's a link that will show you how to do a DIY type system and you should be able to do it even cheaper than what this says. http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/diy_python.php Jim Water, taken in moderation, cannot hurt anybody. -- Mark Twain
Posted 09-Jun-2006 15:23
Garofoli Big Fish Posts: 337 Kudos: 143 Votes: 27 Registered: 12-Apr-2006	Very nice. But that is a little too complex for what I am looking for. My question is what size tubing do i need to fit on a gravel siphon head? Thanks. Chris
Posted 09-Jun-2006 17:30
OldTimer Mega Fish USAF Retired Posts: 1181 Kudos: 1294 Votes: 809 Registered: 08-Feb-2005	They are all different, I don't believe there is a "standard" size. The best thing would be to cut off just a small section of what you have, 1/2" will do and take it with you to your local building supply store (cheaper than the lfs) and compare it to what they have on hand. Jim Water, taken in moderation, cannot hurt anybody. -- Mark Twain
Posted 09-Jun-2006 17:38
Fallout Moderator Communications Specialist Posts: 6416 Kudos: 4053 Votes: 742 Registered: 29-Jul-2000	If you want something less complex, just cut out the shut off valve. I haven't used one in years. Last one i used at home blew up and i didn't dare at work because we had a very high tap pressure. Plastic + High Pressure = Soaked fish room.
Posted 10-Jun-2006 03:43
fantasticaqua Small Fry Posts: 4 Kudos: 0 Registered: 01-Jun-2006	If you can find a cheap waterbed fill/empty system it should do the trick with a little modification. Find the worlds best aquarium sites at www.FantasticAquatics.com
Posted 13-Jun-2006 00:07
Garofoli Big Fish Posts: 337 Kudos: 143 Votes: 27 Registered: 12-Apr-2006	I got a long hose that fits my siphon head. What is the attachment that goes onto the faucet? Can I get that "Replacement" part? Chris
Posted 13-Jun-2006 00:21
fantasticaqua Small Fry Posts: 4 Kudos: 0 Registered: 01-Jun-2006	Yes you can!!! I can get you one if your interested just PM me. It would be about 10 bucks plus 4.20 shipping. Find the worlds best aquarium sites at www.FantasticAquatics.com
Posted 13-Jun-2006 18:04
GirlieGirl8519 Fish Master Malawi Planter Posts: 1468 Kudos: 1029 Votes: 35 Registered: 25-Mar-2005	Edited by GirlieGirl8519 Last one i used at home blew up I did the same thing the first time I used mine. The pipes sprayed water all over the bathroom...not good. If you want something simple, just buy a Python. Its the best $25 I ever spent. The attachment that came with the Python, that goes into the faucet didn't fit my faucet, so I had to get another. I went to Home Depot and bought plastic screw in thing that replaces the aerator in the faucet. I just leave it in there. The water isn't aerated, but I don't care. I'll try to take a picture when I get home so you can see what I mean. I'm good at describing parts and such. *Kristin*
Posted 14-Jun-2006 20:14


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