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Winter Update 2024 Pond, Koi Fry, Saltwater and Freshwater tank updates.
This is just an update video on how the Pond is running over winter. I also include an update on my saltwater and freshwater tanks.
As of making this video, the copperband butterfly did not make it. I plan to rehome the scats and rabbit fish and get about 10 Nudi Brach's to attack the aiptasia.
Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions.
Pond size 12"x8"x5" Approx. 3590 Gallons
Box-weld liner
Pond walls Earth and Railroad ties (sleepers).
Railroad ties 7"x9" 3 layers stacked to get an above ground height of 27 inches.
Dug down 33" and install a Koi Toilet 3" bottom drain.
Overall water depth 58 inches.
24"x48" glass viewing window.
Filter system #1 DIY Sieve into 3 55 gal barrel moving bed system.
Filter system #2 Pond Skimmer fed into a Bakki shower system.
Might try to incorporate some aquaponics in down the road.
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Відео

How to build DIY Pond Covers to Winterize your pond.
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In this video, I show you how I built DIY covers for my pond. Winter is coming and I need to winterize my pond. Pond covers will provide the most protection, keeping cold wind from making contact with the surface water and trapping heat in the pond. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond size 12"x8"x5" Appro...
How to build a DIY Aquarium Sump Filter for Baby Koi tank or any Freshwater set up.
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In this video, I show you how I built a DIY Aquarium Sump filter for a 75 gallon tank that is housing some of my baby Koi. This DIY filter allows you to add way more filter media than a store bought filter providing more surface area for your biological media. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond size 12"x...
Koi Fry arrive from BlackWater Creek Koi Farms.
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The Koi Fry have arrived. in this video I show you receiving my Koi Fry from Blackwater Creek Koi farms. I plan to keep 8-10 of our favorites and rehome the rest. I will raise them from now until Spring when they can be introduced into the main pond. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond size 12"x8"x5" Appr...
Stocking the Koi Pond. DIY Koi Nursery. Raising Koi Fry.
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Stocking my Koi pond. In this video I bring the Koi shop to my house. Instead of buying juvenile Koi, why not raise my own? Problem is I need a Koi Nursery to raise them. Let's do it Zippy Fast! In this video, I DIY my own Koi Nursery tank so I can hand pick my next 8 Koi for my main pond. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond progress. I appreciate any comments a...
Koi Pond failure, Leaks, Green Water, Oxygen Levels? Broken Pump Do I give up?
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First ponding video after my build. In this video I show you the problems I have run into. The day I had to leave on a trip, the pond has lost a foot of water. The pond runs for 5 days with minimal filtration which causes a green algae bloom. I then show how I battle the algae and turn things back around. Stick around to the end and you'll get a feeding frenzy with the fish in Lake Mead. Please...
Finishing up the Koi Pond Build. Electrical, Tile Wall, Lights, Turning on the Filters, add Fish.
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This is part 12 of my Koi Pond build. In this video I show you misc jobs to complete my pond. Getting the electrical installed, decorative tile back wall, firing up the Filtration and adding the Koi. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond build progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond size 12"x8"x5" Approx. 3590 Gallons Box-weld liner Pond walls Ea...
The Pond gets water! Installation of the Box Weld Pond Liner. Bottom Drain, Skimmer, Return.
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This is part 11 of my Koi Pond build. In this video I show you step by step on how I prepare and install my box weld pond liner. The pond finally gets wet! See how I attached the pond liner to the viewing window, bottom drain, skimmer, and return. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond build progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond size 12"x8"x5" A...
Koi Pond Build. DIY Bakki Shower Filter.
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This is part 10 of my Koi Pond build. In this video I show you step by step on how I build a DIY Bakki Shower Filter. Get a sneak peak of my pond. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond build progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond size 12"x8"x5" Approx. 3590 Gallons Box-weld liner Pond walls Earth and Railroad ties (sleepers). Railroad ties 7"x9"...
Koi Pond Build. DIY Filter. DIY Nessus Filter. Moving Bed.
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This is part 9 of my Koi Pond build. In this video I show you step by step on how I build a DIY Barrel Filter System or Moving Bed Filter. Once the pond is up and running I'll do an update on how this filter actually works. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond build progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond size 12"x8"x5" Approx. 3590 Gallons Box-...
Koi Pond Build. DIY Pre-Filter. Sieve Filter. Control Valve. Plastic Weld.
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This is part 8 of my Koi Pond build. In this video I show you step by step on how I build a DIY Sieve Filter or Pre-Filter. This is my first time attempting to plastic weld. It is a longer video, but it did take me a long time to get this filter built. Once the pond is up and running I'll do an update on how this filter actually works. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my...
Koi Pond Build. Will it ever get done? Return help, please comment.
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This is part 7 of my Koi Pond build. In this video I show you step by step on how I finish the framing of my filter shed and install the walls. Also towards the end I'm asking for your help on if my return design will work. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond build progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond size 12"x8"x5" Approx. 3590 Gallons Box-...
Koi Pond Build. Framing the Filter Shed, Pagoda roof, Plumbing, Koi update, etc.
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This is part 6 of my Koi Pond build. In this video I show you step by step on how I build and frame the filter shed. I also build a Pagoda roof the covers the pond and filter shed. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond build progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond size 12"x8"x5" Approx. 3590 Gallons Box-weld liner Pond walls Earth and Railroad ti...
Koi Pond Build. Installing a glass viewing window, Paint, Filter Shed Floor
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This is part 5 of my Koi Pond build. In this video I show you step by step on how I install the 1 inch thick glass window onto my pond. Before I get the glass in, I put a coat of paint on the railroad ties, start on the Pagoda and install the filter shed floor. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond build progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond si...
Koi Pond Build Part 4. Building the Walls and Prepping for the Box Weld Liner.
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This is part 4 of my Koi Pond build. In this video I show you step by step on how I built the upper frame out of railroad ties. I then line the inside of the pond with plywood to prepare for the box weld liner. Please make sure to subscribe so you can follow along in my Koi Pond build progress. I appreciate any comments and suggestions. Pond size 12"x8"x5" Approx. 3590 Gallons Box-weld liner Po...
Koi Pond Build Part 3. Installing the Bottom Drain. 3 Inch Koi Toilet. Solvent Weld PVC ABS
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Koi Pond Build Part 3. Installing the Bottom Drain. 3 Inch Koi Toilet. Solvent Weld PVC ABS
Koi Pond Build Part 2, the big dig and unveiling of equipment
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Koi Pond Build Part 2, the big dig and unveiling of equipment
Operation: Save my Koi Fish! My Koi outgrew his aquarium! What was really wrong? High Ammonia?
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Operation: Save my Koi Fish! My Koi outgrew his aquarium! What was really wrong? High Ammonia?
Koi Pond Build part 1. Preparing the area for the pond, getting things level.
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Koi Pond Build part 1. Preparing the area for the pond, getting things level.
Zippy's Aquarium update week 28. Fresh and Salt water tanks.
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Zippy's Aquarium update week 28. Fresh and Salt water tanks.
Zippy's Aquarium update week 25. Fresh and Salt water tanks.
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Zippy's Aquarium update week 25. Fresh and Salt water tanks.
Zippy's Aquarium update week 22. Fresh and Salt water tanks.
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Zippy's Aquarium update week 22. Fresh and Salt water tanks.
Zippy's Aquarium update week 19. Fresh and Salt water tanks.
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Zippy's Aquarium update week 19. Fresh and Salt water tanks.
In memory of our cat Sunny. 1 hour flying in the clouds, peaceful ambience, calming music. Love U!
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In memory of our cat Sunny. 1 hour flying in the clouds, peaceful ambience, calming music. Love U!
Zippy's Aquarium Week 16 - Saltwater /Freshwater / Turtle tank
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Zippy's Aquarium Week 16 - Saltwater /Freshwater / Turtle tank
Saltwater Aquarium Fish Tank Week 15 - Night time
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Saltwater Aquarium Fish Tank Week 15 - Night time
Saltwater Aquarium Fish Tank Week 14
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Saltwater Aquarium Fish Tank Week 14
11 Hours of Relaxing Underwater Ocean Aquarium Video - Background Sleep Meditation Music.
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11 Hours of Relaxing Underwater Ocean Aquarium Video - Background Sleep Meditation Music.
Saltwater Aquarium Fish Tank Week 13
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Saltwater Aquarium Fish Tank Week 13
Freshwater Aquarium Fish Tank Week 9 - Watch Zippy's fish!
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Freshwater Aquarium Fish Tank Week 9 - Watch Zippy's fish!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @jamengo494
    @jamengo494 22 дні тому

    Very nice DIY filter systems I love it Can you list more details all supplies how many things do I need to build one Thanks

  • @roydodd4694
    @roydodd4694 23 дні тому

    ❤❤it thank you roy😊😊😊

  • @YimmersKoiNReef
    @YimmersKoiNReef Місяць тому

    Love the channel. New sup

  • @jonnytwotimes9196
    @jonnytwotimes9196 2 місяці тому

    Great design!

  • @dahuibargrill8562
    @dahuibargrill8562 3 місяці тому

    Thank you!!

  • @stevezphone
    @stevezphone 3 місяці тому

    This is cool. Did you end up using it? How is it working?

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 3 місяці тому

      I'm using it, it's doing the job, I might redesign it in the future as I think the sieve could catch more. I only clean it once a week, I could probably clean it more often for better performance. I've added 2 layers of sponge on top of the sieve to help it catch more debris. (a course layer and fine layer). My water quality is excellent, I have about 20 Koi in the pond.

  • @ricardorowe4802
    @ricardorowe4802 4 місяці тому

    What amazing work you did on your pond build mate , I just watch all your videos 👍👍👍

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 4 місяці тому

      Thank you so much, the Koi now have a large space to grow and be happy.

  • @Lwimmermastermetalart
    @Lwimmermastermetalart 5 місяців тому

    Why doesn’t Zippy simply cut those 45 degree bevels on the table saw. Polypro cuts much better with a blade over a grinder

  • @anaeldesprez6390
    @anaeldesprez6390 5 місяців тому

    Oui merci . Je vien😢 de chercher des plaques comme celle là et j'ais vue t'ais annonceo sur le .bon coing . Merci a toi de proposer ča

  • @zeprizelo9435
    @zeprizelo9435 6 місяців тому

    Stand Wood how cm sir

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 6 місяців тому

      That's just what I used. I only plan on getting 5-7 years out of this pond, so i'm sure the wood will hold up.

    • @zeprizelo9435
      @zeprizelo9435 6 місяців тому

      @@zippydoesit7690 thanks sir

  • @carmenscarrow8175
    @carmenscarrow8175 6 місяців тому

    Hi again so when I’m on Amazon it’s only showing pounds so when you say 6 ft.³ could you tell me how many pounds that is? Lol if that’s not a stupid question.

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 6 місяців тому

      I'm not sure, I see the option for 6 lbs, but the 6 cubic feet is more. I couldn't find details of the actual weight of the 6 cubic feet option.

  • @carmenscarrow8175
    @carmenscarrow8175 6 місяців тому

    Hi I’m looking in to building one just like this how much media did you put in each barrel and where did you get your best deal thanks Carmen

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 6 місяців тому

      I ordered 6-cubic feet off of Amazon and put 2- cubic feet per barrel. K1 Bio Filter Media Amazon ASIN B09BG8GQBF

  • @kevinwhite1077
    @kevinwhite1077 7 місяців тому

    nice update keep them coming

  • @BenaJo220
    @BenaJo220 7 місяців тому

    Finally, very detailed!!! I am working on a similar build and i needed this. Thank you!

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 7 місяців тому

      Thank you, let me know if you have any questions and I hope your build turns out well.

  • @ericmiller2582
    @ericmiller2582 8 місяців тому

    ply wood rots man

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 8 місяців тому

      I'm only planning 5-8 years out of this build, so I think it will be ok.

  • @micheler3011
    @micheler3011 8 місяців тому

    That’s lovely, thanks for sharing. How much do they sell the 100-150 koi’s for? They look great, good person to share your koi’s with people!

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 8 місяців тому

      They sell them for about $200, it's pretty cheap for that many fish and the fish are pretty good quality.

  • @Gobrian44
    @Gobrian44 8 місяців тому

    When do you plan on sorting these? Curious to see the quality when you sort. Can’t wait for that video!

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 8 місяців тому

      I'll probably post an update in the next few weeks, i've separated about 10 of my favorite baby Koi to my "keeper" tank. They now range from 2" to 4" in size, most being 3"-4".

  • @GreymsView-ix8yi
    @GreymsView-ix8yi 8 місяців тому

    A great build my friend - I also make my own filters they are easier to clean they are cheap and I think they work better. Nice work.

  • @ericmiller2582
    @ericmiller2582 9 місяців тому

    normal for new k1 to float

  • @Gobrian44
    @Gobrian44 9 місяців тому

    How has this done over the last 6 months? Also were those 3” uniseals used on the barrels?

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 9 місяців тому

      So far so good, no leaks, I clean it out once a week, water quality is spot on. They are 3"

  • @Kugadream55
    @Kugadream55 9 місяців тому

    just subscribed🎉🎉

  • @FARMOORKOI
    @FARMOORKOI 10 місяців тому

    Zippy did it, great covers, the Koi should be good under there, best wishes, Tony😀

  • @LeTwistedOne
    @LeTwistedOne 10 місяців тому

    Zippy buddy them there covers look absolutely fecking awesome 💯👌🧁👍👍👍

  • @LeTwistedOne
    @LeTwistedOne 10 місяців тому

    Absolutely fecking awesome job there Zippy buddy i would recommend 24-26 degrees to get the best growth out of your ikkle one's 💯🧁👍👍👍

  • @Crazyforkoiandgoldfish
    @Crazyforkoiandgoldfish 10 місяців тому

    Look good nice job 😎👏👏 Here in Manchester we or ready get -4 🥶 My second year with the pond and I cover this year and happy with the result so far

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 10 місяців тому

      In terms of celsius, we have gotten down to -8, the pond is holding at 8. Koi are still eating and active.

    • @Crazyforkoiandgoldfish
      @Crazyforkoiandgoldfish 10 місяців тому

      @@zippydoesit7690 Bravo 👏 is holding the temperature nice your pond 😎👌

  • @hertskoi
    @hertskoi 10 місяців тому

    Looking good zippy looking forward to next update on them

  • @Crazyforkoiandgoldfish
    @Crazyforkoiandgoldfish 10 місяців тому

    You will get there mate my the first few month i battle with green water 💦 but after few change the pond is crystal clear You got new subscriber 😎👌🎏🎏

  • @paulwoodley489
    @paulwoodley489 11 місяців тому

    if you add the pond bomb…which is bacteria…then you have a uv running…won’t that literally just kill the bacteria from the bomb rendering it pointless?

  • @paulwoodley489
    @paulwoodley489 11 місяців тому

    Not sure if you have similar products across the pond, but over here standard practice is to use ptfe tape on all threaded wet and gas fittings. Never had problems with domestic or aquaria related plumbing using this stuff 👍🏼

  • @tobiasdecker884
    @tobiasdecker884 11 місяців тому

    Your video itself was ok but man lose that horrendous music. It made it darn nesr unwatchable.

  • @joycepasamaliwat
    @joycepasamaliwat 11 місяців тому

    No good idea,

  • @ChinhNguyen-ep3oh
    @ChinhNguyen-ep3oh 11 місяців тому

    Hi where you buy plastic what plastic call

  • @kevinwhite1077
    @kevinwhite1077 Рік тому

    nice video keep them coming

  • @hertskoi
    @hertskoi Рік тому

    intresting video dropped you a sub lok forward to watching more

  • @benson0408
    @benson0408 Рік тому

    Build a bigger pond beyond the fence😉… Or a conservatory.

  • @randymarshall1267
    @randymarshall1267 Рік тому

    You need to get this all together and then start with a plan diagram and then go through the assembly, I lost my mind listening to the presentation. this is a good design , but the delivery is hard to follow. your voice could be more stable ,less whiney, Great design. just could not take it

  • @tripped42
    @tripped42 Рік тому

    Sorry to say but the pvc to abs glue is not legal. It will fail eventually. No idea why it is sold in big box stores. Hope it lasts for you. Fingers crossed.

    • @fbingha1
      @fbingha1 5 місяців тому

      There is no pressure on these joints, it will be fine.

  • @DjMarkGuzman
    @DjMarkGuzman Рік тому

    So what if anything what made the water clear up?

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      I run 2 11 watt UV lights inside my Sieve filter, so I believe that's what helped clear up the water.

  • @xyooj96
    @xyooj96 Рік тому

    nice, why do you require two outlet pipes?

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      I wanted to have the second one for additional current, but it didn't work, so I just have one return.

  • @Maatson_
    @Maatson_ Рік тому

    Bless your soul for digging that pond . I just started my pond build last week in Fl, in the middle of the hot summer and hurricane season .lol 97 one day and literally a hurricane two days later . And still have more to dig .

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      I feel for you buddy! I started the digging last summer and said NO way, waited for winter to pass and did the digging in the Spring. Stay safe in your weather conditions, watching the news right now of hurricane Idalia, it's a mess in FL! Last week, Hurricane Hilary fizzled out right where I'm at.

  • @timothyalanogrady
    @timothyalanogrady Рік тому

    Congratulations on your new Peanuts 😁

  • @vicesparis
    @vicesparis Рік тому

    Very good where yuo bay the k1

  • @Maatson_
    @Maatson_ Рік тому

    Hi zippy I have a question so I’m running a 4” bottom drain . I connect the 4” bottom drain to the sieve ? And then convert after the pump to a 2” drain to the barrels correct ?

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      I have a 2 inch pipe coming out of the Sieve, but then i increase it to a 3" pipe into the barrel filter. The 2 inch pipe connects easier to my pump. Make sure your sieve mesh covers fairly well and doesn't escape. I'm going to redo the Sieve mesh and have it overlap more as I'm seeing muck escape between the cracks down into the section where the pump is. You don't want the muck to hit your pump as it will just blend it up and send it into your barrels. You want the sieve to catch as much waste as it can before continuing to the barrel filter. Hope that helps!

  • @LeTwistedOne
    @LeTwistedOne Рік тому

    Hi Zippy buddy the peanuts and the system, the optimum temp for development and growth of fry is 24-26 degrees also i personally wouldn't get rid of any at this stage as they will change a heck of a lot in the coming months and last but not least take it from me bruva growing fry becomes addictive 😂💯🧁👍👍👍

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      Totally agree, it's fun to sit and watch them all. I have 2 other tanks I'm setting up to thin out the school as they grow. A 75 gallon keeper tank and a 60 gallon holding tank for the larger ones as I rehome them. I just want to make sure that 110 gallon tub doesn't become over crowded as they grow. So far I'm keeping the Ammonia and Nitrite at bay as the filter matures, it's a balancing act. I believe that filter should easily handle the bio load as it matures.

  • @LeTwistedOne
    @LeTwistedOne Рік тому

    Hi Zippy wrighty has knocked on the head you're return diameter should be atleast double the size of the inlet 🧁👍👍👍 And this pumps are ace my pan has a few running on his systems 🧁👍👍👍

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      Yep, this was trial and error and honestly, I was just using left over parts to make this, so that's what I had on hand. The 3 returns seem to be working, I only get water out of the emergency overflow when I'm coming out of feeding mode, but then it settles out. The good thing is no water on the floor and its doing its job.

    • @LeTwistedOne
      @LeTwistedOne Рік тому

      @@zippydoesit7690 sweeeeeeet that's awesome news buddy 💯🧁👍👍👍

  • @byz513
    @byz513 Рік тому

    New sub! Love your channel. Inspired to think about an above ground with window.

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      Awesome thanks for the Sub, just do it, it totally changes your backyard and the window is a must, the Koi actually love coming to watch you and see what you are doing. Plus you can enjoy your fish way more and see them in more detail than from looking down through the water.

    • @byz513
      @byz513 Рік тому

      @@zippydoesit7690 now I just need forgiveness before permission

    • @LeTwistedOne
      @LeTwistedOne Рік тому

      ​@@byz513😂😂😂brilliant 💯👌🧁👍👍👍

  • @heidispawsandfins
    @heidispawsandfins Рік тому

    Green water doesn't have any detrimental effect on the fish or the water parameters mate. The pond bomb is purely bacteria for obtaining a good nitrogen cycle and achieving zero ammonia and nitrate. The UV will be clearing the green water. Hope this helps 😊

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      Yes, you are 100% correct. Water has now cleared up running the UV.

    • @heidispawsandfins
      @heidispawsandfins Рік тому

      @@zippydoesit7690 great news Zippy, you can see your lovely fish now, including Dick Fish was it? He's stunning 🥰

  • @observer8838
    @observer8838 Рік тому

    I have a similar arrangement and from experience know that overflows can occur if the silt builds up in the bottom of the filters - even minimally. You will benefit from being able to reduce the flow and by adding an overflow system. It is not funny waking to find the pond almost empty because the filter has burst its banks!

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      I've been flushing them once a week, but I can see how they would overflow if you neglected the maintenance. Thanks for the input!

  • @snillster24
    @snillster24 Рік тому

    My pond water is green with algae, filters stay brown with muck. (The thrill of the pond is gone, it's just a job, I'm to old, want a easier way.) I have a 5200gph water pump. I have a green 18X24 matala filter in front of it, also a white rolled type filter 18X18 at my water fall. I have to clean twice a day just to keep the pump from clogging with debris. Question: How long will I have to keep cleaning my filters before the barrel system takes over? Or will it? My pond 15X18X3 ft. deep.

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      I'd give the barrel system enough time to establish enough beneficial bacteria to support your bio load, you can speed up that process by using bacteria additives like a pond bomb. I don't know what your stock level is, so maybe a month? I probably clean my sieve and skimmer every 3 days and I flush barrels 1&2 once a week. Right now my maintenance is fairly low. It takes my trickle in about 2 days to fill the water level back up when I do a barrel flush. As for your green water, are you running a UV sterilizer? My green water cleared up after about 2 weeks of running my UV. My pond doesn't receive too much direct sunlight due to my roof. My neighbors pond is full of algae and has no shade. My pond has only been running for 2 months now, so algae may be yet to come for me.

    • @fbingha1
      @fbingha1 5 місяців тому

      Add a DIY gravel filter after a skimmer and your pond with stay clear.

  • @MonicaTorresphilly
    @MonicaTorresphilly Рік тому

    Zippy how big did you make your window opening?

    • @zippydoesit7690
      @zippydoesit7690 Рік тому

      The glass is 48x24 and the opening in the pond is 44x18. I would have gone taller than 18, but then I would have had to make a special cut in the lower railroad tie, not so easy to do. I'd say a 2" lip all the way around is plenty.

    • @MonicaTorresphilly
      @MonicaTorresphilly Рік тому

      @@zippydoesit7690 thank you! U did a fabulous job