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Posted on: 4/9/2012 19:46 |
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Hello folks,
As some of you might know I'm going to be moving from Scotland to Leeds this month. I need to figure out how to transport my fish! The tank will go with the removals van (we're getting professionals!) but the fish will come with me in the car. I know that the filter bacteria will die off in a few hours, but the car trip will take at least 6 hours (I'll be taking the cats at the same time so will be driving slowly and am scheduling kitty comfort breaks). I remember reading somewhere that one could get an air pump and stone, connect it to the 12V power in the car, and keep the bacteria alive that way... Did I imagine that or did someone here attempt it? Thanks  |
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Posted on: 4/9/2012 20:45 |
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Hi Dismal
There is a stickied post here on moving I'm sure.... Just found it! http://www.fishkeeping.co.uk/modules/ ... hp?topic_id=4115&forum=14 |
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Posted on: 4/9/2012 20:47 |
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Thanks V! I saw that already but it's not the one I'm looking for...
I think I get the idea for transporting fish, but what about the filter media? It will all die off in the journey, so I need a way to keep the bacteria alive |
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This will do the job - insulate the bucket with bubble wrap to keep warm and use one of these.
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Posted on: 4/9/2012 21:00 |
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Parfait!!! Thank you Fishlady
Just a few more questions: How much water should I take the media in? And should I feed the bucket with fishfood/ ammonia before the journey or will it be ok? |
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Posted on: 4/9/2012 21:04 |
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I use one of these to keep the filter running,
I use it to power a smalfilter when picking up new fish http://www.google.co.uk/shopping/prod ... 0CFEQ8wIwBw#hsec:overview Oops that's a bit long try Maplin, power inverter., |
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Posted on: 4/9/2012 21:06 |
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Use enough water to cover the media in whatever container you use. No need to feed the bacteria over a journey of less than 24 hours. |
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Posted on: 4/9/2012 21:13 |
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Thank you FL, I feel much more confident now!
Critch - great idea! I'll check that out too. Suspect it will come down to which option is cheapest |
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