Which filter do you recommend for 135 gallon barebottom?

[lenjaisb]

So i've got my new tank and is now looking for a new filter. What would you recommend me for a 135 gallon tank?
Thanks!

and here's my swimming fish =D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEGMK4VdUfk

[kenhappen2u]

a wet/dry filter would be my first choice .... other wise i would go with a hang on the back filter and a sponge filter inside the tank .

hope this helps...Ken

[alpine]

Two Aquaclear 110s and three Hydros IV .

Roberto.

[lenjaisb]

Thanks for the replies! and which air pump do you recommend? Do i need multiple air pump if i get multiple sponge filters??


and here's the water filled tank ^__^
http://img441.imageshack.us/img441/2201/08022009853.th.jpg (http://img441.imageshack.us/i/08022009853.jpg/)

[alpine]

Air pump. Here,

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=7377

Roberto.

[Eddie]

Nice tank, what color is the bottom?

Eddie

[Mr.Gator]

FX5 :D

[lenjaisb]

Nice tank, what color is the bottom?

Eddie

The bottom is the same color as the stand

[Eddie]

The bottom is the same color as the stand

Unless you are getting albinos, you may want to either paint the bottom or lay a thin piece of white styrofoam underneath the tank. The bright/light colors will have your fish exploding with color. A dark bottom will make your fish dark.

HTH
Eddie

[Chad Hughes]

I'd use an FX5 PLUS a wet dry. Together will give you EXCELLENT water quality and gas exchange. No air pump required.

Best wishes!

[Harriett]

FX5 loaded with media and rigged with a horizontal spray bar to get good movement on the surface for gas exchange.
Harriett

[mmorris]

Very nice tank! Make sure you have a glass cover for it, if you don't already. ;)

[GrillMaster]

Gonna be a nice tank for sure!! Why the power compact over the top of it? Seems like a lot of wasted electricity for a bare bottom tank. Not to mention algae will love you for it. ;) :D

[lenjaisb]

Well guys! i have decided to keep the canister filter that came with my tank, and i have added 2 sponge filter as many of you recommended!


Here's a picture of the tank. ^____^

http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/7803/08232009896.th.jpg (http://img21.imageshack.us/i/08232009896.jpg/)

[rickztahone]

i actually really like that background. tank looks good to go. great job

[Cooldadddyfunk286]

ditto, that background is really sweet. cant wait to see it full of fish!

[Disgirl]

Can you share what the background is? It is a beautiful tank! Show it again when you put in your fish!
Barb :)

[pipozzz]

i AGREE I HAVE AN FX5 AND ITS GREAT;) 4 MY 125 G TANK.

[Apistomaster]

I would recommend you add some Hornwort and let is grow enough to cover 2/3 the top. Hornwort grows floating just under the surface and does not have roots. Harvest excess growth as needed. Your discus will appreciate the shade, it with accent the appearance of your tank nicely and the growth consumes nutrients from the water.

I is not something a fish keeper can easily quantify but whenever your plants are growing well the fish seem to do well too.
i would include a common Bushy nose Pleco to help keep the algae under control and it will keep all the glass polished.

Your present filtration should do nicely.

[Daniella]

yes, I would be afraid of the discus jumping out when spooked. Gorgious tank in deed!


Very nice tank! Make sure you have a glass cover for it, if you don't already. ;)

[Chad Hughes]

I have an FX5 for sale. Still in the box! Never opened. $200! :D PM me if interested.

Best wishes!