Journal Miotke 120cm CO₂ Horizontal Reactor Setup

[Koan]

Im debating if I should make a video sharing my journey and the gaps in my understanding even after doing this hobby successfully for so long

Yes
Yes
Yes please

 

[CincyScaper]

So quick update. Tanks are looking on point. I don't think they have ever looked this good. Plants were all almost dead a month ago. I believe they are reaching thriving. All due to massive inbalance. A faulty par meter had me over shooting my lights by 200%. And CO2 issues had me most likely somewhere between 10 and 15 ppm. Put those together and you get failure. Thanks to @Naturescapes_Rocco for inspiring me to make the equipment changes and then hanging with me throughout the process. It was certainly a challenge to tackle all the issues and fill in a couple gaps in my understanding (which I bet there are a lot of hobbyists with the same issues). Thanks again for connecting all the dots for me. My confidence level is high as the proof is evident first in my 120cm and now in my 90cm. Im back to growing healthy plants and algae is in the rear view mirror.

Im debating if I should make a video sharing my journey and the gaps in my understanding even after doing this hobby successfully for so long. Maybe Ill just stick to making videos on the art of aquascaping.

Here is a photo update since I made the video on July 4th.

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I think in the world of youtube videos of only pristine aquascapes that seems quite un-acheivable, such an video of your honest journey would definitely be inspirational. It probably would not get the most likes or thumbs-up but will probably matter the most to people who want to actually learn rather than doom scroll.

 

[Pneumonicsonic]

Having dealt with massive algae issues due to a faulty regulator and high PAR on a new take myself, I’d love to see the process of how you managed to get where you are while I’m still puttering along.

 

[SkaleyAquatics]

That is such a sweet tank. I am glad the yugang reactor is working out for you. I love the 2 I have and cannot wait to switch over all of my tanks over to them.

 

[Jeff Miotke]

I appreciate the feedback y’all! Im currently filming my next build. And am road mapping future videos so this is very helpful.