(2) Eheim 2217 vs. FX5

[WyldFya]

no "normal" filter is going to decrease your nitrate readings, only water changes will do that.

Water changes aren't the only method to reduce nitrates.

 

[WyldFya]

with 2 x eheim classics you need 4 x double taps so thats another $120

Double taps have become standard on the classic line, and are now being included in the cost.

 

[JonF]

Double taps have become standard on the classic line, and are now being included in the cost.

What do you mean by "double taps"?

Thanks!

- Jonathan

 

[WyldFya]

Double tap connectors are basically dual ball valves with compression barb fittings, and a compression nut to seperate. Type in Eheim double tap connectors into google to see what they look like.

 

[MATTHEWS]

The 2217s I saw yesterday at the LFS came with the Double tap connectors and the filter media for FREE. Look online

 

[Kobe799]

Did you read the review written by taksan called THE BATTLE OF THE GIANTS here on MotnserFishKeeper? http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=68458

Great review because of the flow rate with the media in I went with the Eheim

 

[Friendlyparrots]

Hi, I know this thread is not new but I just relized it, if anyone reading this post is planning to buy a new filter check http://www.bigalsonline.com/ before you buy one local. I saved more then $50 with the shipping buying from them to the local shops around my area.

I think another good thing about the eheims is they have replacment parts.

 

[cchhcc]

Water changes aren't the only method to reduce nitrates.

True, but the original poster was attributing his Fluval canisters with keeping nitrates low..... which is not a correct assessment.

Also, as I'm sure you know, nitrate control (with the exception of water changes) can be very difficult with big cichlids. There just aren't many other options for most people with standard equipment. Nitrate reactors are not very effective at all IMO, and it would take a jungle of plants to do much good with monster fish!