bio wheels

[fshfrk]

I know most serious fish people do not respect emp 400 filters. but with 4 modifications I think they work better than any filter on the market. when you consider price, effiecency, maintenence, and cost of filter pads. now I think I've solved anther problem. bio wheels that won't turn. I took my drill driver and put a very small sanding drum on it. held the bio wheel very gently and sanded the outside plastic endcap. Round and round. took my time and went over it a bunch of times. they spin now like they were new. when these wheels get a couple of years old the end caps kind of warp ,distort and do not want to turn. Works for me.

[jeebus]

I'm finding more respect for them everytime you prove their value lol... good tip, thanks!

[CichlidFan]

I've always been a big fan of the bio wheel, and with your mods and improvements, they are even better... :)

CF

[imagirlgeek]

<grabbing the 400 and the Dremel with sanding wheel right now>

Thanks John!!

[76dragon]

PICS PICS, FYI: I went home and made both DIY that I got from you. They are drying now.

Phung

[blacksmith37]

I have not had any problems with the 400s (or 280) sticking ; the 300s were a nuisance.
I don't know why anyone with water treatment experience would not appreciate the 400s; They are by far the best value in water treatment.
I am remembering years ago when a Dr of poop showed me his bio-wheel ; it was about 20' long and 5' in diameter. He said it was the most effective method to treat water in terms of floor space /footprint.

[PhishPhreek]

well, mine are not turning so I took the cover off and I found the problem.
No water comming out of the spray bar.....
guess it't time to clean them.

[fshfrk]

Yea eliminating those spray bars was a happy day in my life. diverting that water behind to get trully filtered was nice too.

[phish]

im have to try that.