no problems what-so-ever...it is a single layer ontop of the acrylic so there is no "bed". when you run the vac over it comes right out....another thing is not very much gets stuck, as I am running an 1800 mag drive and the current it produces pretty much blows most debris up and into the overflow . was $4.00 a 50lb bag (natural river rock-large).
450 cichla tank
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So I assume your returns are pointed down into the substrate? Hmmmm Now you got me thinking about changing my substrate, but its going to be a pain in the ass taking all this out 
I think I have about 250lbs of sand in there. DAMN!
I think I have about 250lbs of sand in there. DAMN!
lol..........very nice !! gotta get some pics up soonPhullTank57 said:Awesome tank display, DM! Very nice, very Impressive!
Man, i love those dimensions... y? cause i just picked up a 450 exactly like it!!
Once again, bro... awesome looking tank! more pics please!
hate to be you...lol....just emptied a 240 and a 125 that had sand substrate...what a pain in the azz!! didnt remember that much going in after taking it all outThe TRUST said:So I assume your returns are pointed down into the substrate? Hmmmm Now you got me thinking about changing my substrate, but its going to be a pain in the ass taking all this out
I think I have about 250lbs of sand in there. DAMN!
DIESELMACK said:hate to be you...lol....just emptied a 240 and a 125 that had sand substrate...what a pain in the azz!! didnt remember that much going in after taking it all out
Sigh.....I must ponder on this.......... have to figure out what to do with the fish as well during the process.
Perfect tank DM, you are a PRO. Perfect water, Superb aqua scaping, FLAWLESS CICHLA. You my friend, are a champion.
Jed, You have a serious case of bacteria bloom. You probably have Ammonia. check the water and do a water change. Your tank should be crystal clear EVEN 10 minutes AFTER a water change.
Jed, You have a serious case of bacteria bloom. You probably have Ammonia. check the water and do a water change. Your tank should be crystal clear EVEN 10 minutes AFTER a water change.
BGG said:I think that you already know that I'm a bit dissapointed that they're aren't cats in there, but still a great looking setup.
I agree throw a couple of red tails in there..
you are a PIMP. rock on bro. those cichla are gonna grow like weeds. i see the tilapia and firemouths disappearing in the ner future. you see any predation yet?
