Remra HOB skimmer and micro bubbles

[tknude]

Yes, please describe. Is this a DIY and if so could you explain... picture perhaps?

Ted.

[David]

1. small container and suckers from Dollars Store
2. cut or drill holes at the bottom of the container. Holes shouldn’t be too big or the filter media will fall off the bottom due to the weight of the water
3. drill 3 holes at the side of the container for the suckers
4. cut a piece of fine filter media and put it in the container
5. mount it just below the water exit of the skimmer

Filter media: http://www.jlaquatics.com/phpstore/s...t_ID=cl-fmedia

BTW: How do you guys cut and paste picture onto the post ?

[fkshiu]

Another option (for the even lazier) is get a piece of filter foam a little wider than the outflow lip. Cut a slit down the middle of the foam and slip it over the lip.

Presto! No more bubbles.

I use bulk black foam so it's less noticeable. I rotate 3 pieces every half week or so to prevent nitrate buildup.

[tknude]

Sweet, thanks guys. I will give the foam trick a try!

Ted.