DRACO DROP IN DRUM - For Evolution aqua Nexus filter. Installation and DIY guide.

[@paulhigginson3876]

Wow Dave, exhausted after watching that!! First time I’ve actually seen one of these. Great video taking us through your installation. Good Luck with it, hope it delivers what your wanting from it 👍

[@edenkoipond]

Thanks for tuning in Paul. Will keep everyone updated with progress/reliability 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Wrighty]

Hi Dave, great video👍👍I haven't seen one of those fitted before, well interesting mate. Take care, Terry.

[@edenkoipond]

I’ll keep everyone updated with success of the drum (or failure) Hope you have a top weekend buddy 👍🏼

[@koikanalen]

Great update! thank you for sharing. That will definitely be my next update for my old nexus 🙂

[@edenkoipond]

Keep an eye out for my “living with it” video/review 👍🏼

[@mark5tytshort770]

Well done you got there in the end 👏

[@edenkoipond]

Thanks for answering all my questions 👌🏼

[@mykoiobsession]

Here in Canada we are so far behind the UK when it comes to products for koi ponds, especially filtration, that I had never heard of a drop-in drum filter for a Nexus until I saw your video. Looking forward to seeing your review on how it's performing over the next few weeks/months.

[@edenkoipond]

It’s been great. If you speak with Draco, I wouldn’t be surprised if they wouldn’t send one 👍🏼

[@CBersPond]

Great video Dave 👍 Hope the Draco works out OK for you. Hope you're well.

[@edenkoipond]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼

[@jamieskoipond]

Great update looks a good bit of kit.

[@edenkoipond]

Thanks buddy 😊👍🏼

[@anthonywatkins2783]

Well done on that installation, think that will be worth the effort, time will tell.👍

[@edenkoipond]

Fingers crossed 🤞🏼

[@K.W.P.R]

Welcome to the drum side Dave , 😂😂😂

[@edenkoipond]

Well…. I’m kind of there. 😂

[@IcenI_Koi]

Nice one Rodders.....................👍

[@edenkoipond]

Thanks buddy. Have a good weekend 👍🏼👍🏼

[@bigbri59]

Great video as I am thinking of getting one for my nexus 220. My only issue is that my nexus is outside to the elements so will be interested how to do the lid. Thanks for you ongoing videos and for me the best as like you say normal bloke with limited budget. Thanks again Bud.

[@edenkoipond]

Thanks for the lovely comment. It’s much appreciated. Really appreciate you supporting the channel. I have a number of friends using the drop in that have there nexus outside. They have simply used a large waterproof cover. (Bit like a bbq cover) They’ve also covered their pipework with insulation 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Jiggskoi]

Fairplay mate cracking little upgrade definitely going to see the difference and probably what root I would go as it doesn't take to much away from the hobby and like you said saving a few penny's and being able to do something with the family is priority hope all goes well with the draco and will be watching with interest 😉👍

[@edenkoipond]

I’ll keep you posted on results. I’d love a big flash combi unit but sadly, until my lotto numbers come up or with plenty of saving, it’s just not an option. The fact that you literally just “drop it in” is a result too. Hope you have a top weekend 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@asterixborden-koi6881]

Great video Dave, that looks complicated mate 😮

[@edenkoipond]

Thanks buddy! Honestly, it was more common sense that complication. If I can do it, anyone can 😂

[@thepeoplespond]

Used a draco on my nexus 320 Watch out for the muck build up inside the dirty side of the nexus You will need to drain that part at least once a month 👍🏼

[@edenkoipond]

Been playing around with it a lot to see what negatives there are and what improvements I need to make in terms of day to day running. Thanks for the heads up 😊👍🏼

[@chrisware8585]

I like it when you said your OCD but not that OCD .... Mate you're not OCD at all... we have seen your garage 😂😂 Anyway looking forward to seeing how you get on. Nice one Dave

[@edenkoipond]

Thanks buddy. I’d deny my garage is a tip but we all know that’s not true 😂 If it helps, I do think about how messy it is when trying to sleep 😂😂

[@Sharpeyskoi]

very in depth video mate, nice one, be interested to see how you get on with it. do they work for pump fed ponds?

[@edenkoipond]

Yep, they do a pump fed model 👍🏼

[@TelfordKoiPond]

Great video, really interesting and impressed with how it all fits together 👏👍. Will be keen to know your thoughts after it’s been running for a while😊

[@edenkoipond]

Thanks Phil. I’ll do an update on living with it soon 😊 Best wishes buddy x

[@DwayneDibley-xv5ef]

I'm also looking at how this upgrade improves water quality/clarity. My 20 year old Nexus 300 has had a couple of upgrades. The first was to replace the Answer with an Eazy and I've just changed the media in the static bed from the original Kaldness to K1 Micro. I decided at the same time to apply the secret £7.95 upgrade as well ! Bonnet de Douche

[@edenkoipond]

Hopefully the mid is working ok for you? That filter has certainly paid for itself though! Thanks for watching the video 😊👍🏼

[@DwayneDibley-xv5ef]

I’ve bitten the bullet and purchased the drop in. The £7.95 upgrade has caused the Easy to block after 2-3 days. I’m getting that black slime remains of blanket weed peeling off the sides and the fish have been eating it. I’m told this can be caused by a certain type of blanket weed control so I may try something different come the summer.

[@edenkoipond]

The black stuff definitely sounds like the remnants of algae. Black and slimy. Don’t be tempted to sweep the sides, just let it do it’s own thing naturally. Keep me posted with the drop in and if you’ve got any questions just shout 👍🏼

[@DwayneDibley-xv5ef]

@@edenkoipond Will do. Thanks again

[@DwayneDibley-xv5ef]

@@edenkoipond Getting close to the big installation day. The Nexus used a pump fed waste which had to be changed so I've dug a sump, sunk a plastic bin and installed a submersible pump with a float switch. I now need to get a mains water feed to the filter shed. I see the easiest way would be to get an outside tap fitted to the house and run a standard garden hose. Then once under cover, switch to 15mm Speedifit. I also intend to fit a float valve to the inlet to top up when I've cleaned out the Tempest. Any issues with this do you think ?

[@BigRobuk]

I am in the same situ on costs, and upgrades, this is also my next upgrade so I will be interested to see how it works out :) keep up the good work hoping soon you can just enjoy the pond and not just work on the pond. my trident upflow has to be cleaned out so much more :(

[@steveg4315]

Hi Dave was tempted a while a go to get a draco what changes have they made on the new one as I know the early one had a lot of problems .will be good to see what difference it makes

[@edenkoipond]

Hiya buddy. The key changes from what I have noted in looking to get one (I was very skeptical like you) The new motors will be external, different pressure switch on water inlet, stronger/supports on chassis, different lid and slightly different feet. So far (touch wood) all is good. Will keep everyone posted 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@MarksJapaneseGarden5]

Another great video Dave , better to do it as you are because like you say family does come first and i'm sure the Nexus/Draco combo will do a great job for you👍

[@edenkoipond]

Thanks buddy. Hope you and the family are well 👍🏼👍🏼

[@KoidreamsAmanda]

We found the only problem was a lot of build up of crap in the bottom drain has doesn’t purge as well keep us updated

[@edenkoipond]

Very good point. Was looking last night and will need to make sure I get the hose down in there every now and then. Hope you are well and have a top weekend 👍🏼

[@Doowickeybob]

Hi there, why have you taken out the trident and gone for a drum? Was the trident not working?

[@edenkoipond]

Hi, I’ve not had the trident for many months now. It is in a mates pond and working well. Due to my job, I’m looking for something a little less intense in terms of manual Maintenance 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@rich81090]

Can you work these without mains water

[@edenkoipond]

Yep 👍🏼 They can be run off a wash pump the same as other drums.

[@jasonthompson7454]

Can u put one on a easypod

[@edenkoipond]

I don’t think so ☹️

[@BigRobuk]

do you mind me asking how much you paid for it, I seen a couple on facebook market place for like £5/600 but when I spoke to the guy that runs draco he said be careful on second hand units. I might bite the bullet and go new

[@edenkoipond]

Hiya buddy. Get in touch with me through Facebook. I can help you get a good deal with Tony. I agree with what he says in terms of buying used. The latest model has improvements you may not get on a used model. Plus, you never know how well they’ve been looked after. That said, you have to do what’s right by your own budget. 👍🏼 I’ll be doing a living with video this weekend 😊

[@jpwatergardens2290]

Don't nock it to.you try it m8

[@edenkoipond]

👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

[@jpwatergardens2290]

@edenkoipond I still like nexus think with drum best combo out they I run lot ea suf in shop dus the what says on tin

[@Devilmaycry138]

Should have picked a second hand oase compact m there are a few on ebay right now it would be better if you spend 1300 pound on the draco would have been around the same price or cheaper people ate closing pond alot this year its the best time to pick a second hand drum😂

[@edenkoipond]

I wouldn’t touch a 2nd hand compact-M, especially if it has the old motor type. I know many dealers with many Oase motor grave yards. Compact-M is my end goal but I really want it to be a new one. 👍🏼

[@Devilmaycry138]

@@edenkoipond you seem to overthink things too much whats to say the new ones wont break and also a new motor is 400 pounds if it burns change it and job done, buy the things you want now as life is too short it just dont make sense to me to spend the money on a draco rather than hold off and spend another 600 pound on top and get the oase, unless you got the draco dirt cheap but at the end of the day its your money but oase are good drums so buying second hand would not be a worry for me and the stories your heard from dealers are because dealers run the compacts on over stocked ponds as they are too cheap to buy a drum sized up for their ponds thats why they have problems.

[@edenkoipond]

I know several people with Oase drums that have needed new motors and other bits. For me, I’d rather save/wait until I can afford a new one 👍🏼 I didn’t get it dirt cheap, slightly cheaper only in sale. I’m over a month now and the things been faultless. The want for a new Oase is slowly disappearing into the back of my mind and I am content 👌🏼

[@ryubonsai6861]

Don’t buy these they are a load of junk. Mine failed so often that I had to throw out away and replace it with a drum that actually works.

[@edenkoipond]

Assuming the old ones had their faults. This things been bang on. I was really skeptical when buying as it’s a lot of money but, so far, I’ve had no issues. Waters been nice and clear and the units not given me any hassle. I will continue to monitor a review honestly. 👍🏼

[@fivestarcomms]

READ THIS DAVE. I have had my two Draco's for three years now. Two points Dave, GET A WATER METER on the Draco line, you will not believe how much water they drink, especially if you are on a mains meter. When i started my one went off every 10 minutes, now 3 years later and slightly different setup it is going off every 25 minutes. I only have it on setting one at the main drum, only needs setting one as the main drum will rotate and clean more than ½ a revolution of the sieve. Point no 2 -- we have a lot of water snails and they regularly trap themselves under the float switch, jamming it open so the Nexus runs dry -- beware. Best of luck, watch all your vids. If you need more info or pictures I can supply them. Abientot!! Ken

[@edenkoipond]

Nice bit of French there 😬 Thanks for the info, all points I’d picked up from other owners too. The new style float switches seem to work well. Thankfully, I’m insect free (at the moment) but will keep an eye out. I’ve spent the weeks really dialling it in and will do an update on ownership. I treated for blanket weed and cleans dropped to 20 mins. I’m now back up to nearly an hour in the night and between 38-46 minutes during the day. I have mine set on 0.5 for the cleans so 15 seconds it washes for. Assuming your the same at setting 1?

[@fivestarcomms]

@@edenkoipond Bonjour Dave, I have the earlier control box (no 45 or 99 switch) and my setting 1 is for a duration of 30 seconds