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Old 10-13-2008, 03:26 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I currently have a 50 gal tank that is lightly stocked with tiger barb, black skirt tetras and a couple platys. I would like to add a few more tankmates and wanted to know if it would be better for my whole operation to add another filter system to my tank. I currently have an aquaclear for 50 gal and was thinking of adding another on (maybe a smaller 20-30 gal) one on the opposite side of the one I have. IS this a good idea? I have heard that too much filter can upset the levels but I have also heard it makes for cleaner, healthier water. Someone please help clarify.
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Old 10-13-2008, 03:40 PM   #2 (permalink)
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I think therre are way to many factors to draw a line on do or don't. Size of the tank compared to the size of the filter would be the big one.
I am sure someone has had a very bad experience using two, and they will tell you the down side.
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Old 10-13-2008, 04:58 PM   #3 (permalink)
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you cant over filter but you can create too much current... i dont think with the set up now you would have a problem with another... but i might be wrong
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Old 10-13-2008, 05:19 PM   #4 (permalink)
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i don't see anything wrong with that. you should be fine.
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