Hi, I just have some questions about the Fluval 32.5 filtration. I have had the tank for over a year, and for the last couple months I have been invested in improving filtration, and making sure the tank is cleaner in general. I Would siphon the back chambers fairly regularly (it's very annoying, but it helps). But I've recently pulled the trigger and bought some Intank Media baskets that will arrive soon (Since my DIY ones are not the most efficient).
BUT my main concern is the filter box itself. I noticed that sand and sediment would be on the bottom of the filter box (in the box with the return pump).
I assumed at first it was just kicked up sand etc that got carried into the filtration but then realized that didn't make sense since it would have to travel through my filter media.
I then found out that there are gaps on each side of the filter box.
I cut a small piece of egg crate and superglued small thin pieces to hopefully cover each side enough for debris not to flow through.
BUT I then noticed I saw some sand and debris again. Theres a good amount too. Is there a gap where the wall meets the bottom glass? Because that would explain some of the sand and debris being pulled through.
Do I have to siphon again and try and block this huge possible gap with some plastic crate and glue?
I really do not want it in the back since it is annoying to take out my skimmer and return pump, and siphon it out. I'd rather it stay in the sand so I can either gravel vacuum it out, or stir the sand and let filter floss take it out
BUT my main concern is the filter box itself. I noticed that sand and sediment would be on the bottom of the filter box (in the box with the return pump).
I assumed at first it was just kicked up sand etc that got carried into the filtration but then realized that didn't make sense since it would have to travel through my filter media.
I then found out that there are gaps on each side of the filter box.
I cut a small piece of egg crate and superglued small thin pieces to hopefully cover each side enough for debris not to flow through.
BUT I then noticed I saw some sand and debris again. Theres a good amount too. Is there a gap where the wall meets the bottom glass? Because that would explain some of the sand and debris being pulled through.
Do I have to siphon again and try and block this huge possible gap with some plastic crate and glue?
I really do not want it in the back since it is annoying to take out my skimmer and return pump, and siphon it out. I'd rather it stay in the sand so I can either gravel vacuum it out, or stir the sand and let filter floss take it out