My Fish Rooms Auto Water Change System

[@moistcerealjuice8790]

So after a year my super red bn plecos finally bred and I pulled the babies and put them in a different tank and put the cave back but a hour later I look in the cave and the male is still in there and won’t come out is this normal!?

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

I don't know, I don't pull the eggs. Why did you?

[@moistcerealjuice8790]

Michael's Fish Room other you tubers recommend it and I have guppies and other bigger fish and I was afraid to leave them because they might get eaten

[@johnwood738]

I did not know a guy named Mory owned a fish store in Washington state learn something new every day. Nice setup if when I build room will do something similar except out flow into vegetable garden .

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

I have a few 55 gallon drums outside that I drain into during the summer for that.

[@Lumpydog]

Not bad for a dumb quality guy with a camera. Thanks for sharing. Cheers

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

LOL...thanks.

[@TMAquatics]

I’d like a system like this, but can’t use my tap water for the fish I keep (wild caught plecos and corys). The only fish that does well with our tap water is African Cichlids. Personally, I don’t care much for African cichlids. Most are too common and too easy. BLT with extra extra bacon 🥓 and diet Mtn Dew.

[@davidadkins8805]

TM Aquatics lol extra bacon and diet dew!

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

So you do everything manually?

[@davidadkins8805]

Michael's Fish Room I do eat bacon and regular mt. Dew manually. Oh you we’re asking tma that! Lol

[@anthonyragan2696]

@@MichaelsFishRoom I know Rachel O'Leary does. She says it gives her a good chance to observe all her tanks closely, but it must take forever.

[@anthonyragan2696]

I think I've been watching since late in your first system (I recall the worm infestation). It's really interesting to see how it's evolved.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Yeah...after filming this, I want to redo it again!

[@chrisweinreber1037]

Been watching your video's like crazy, perfect blend of entertainment and information. This video got me thinking....that's a heck of a lot of water. Your water bill must be ridiculous, how do you manage that. I did the math and I might be a little high but that's like 2000 gallons a month. That's a lot of water, is that really necessary? Couldn't you trim that down a bit to maybe 3 times a week. Just trying to educate myself I have a budding fish room starting and trying to not go broke early, LOL. Thanks for the great work and looking forward to the future video's.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Our water isn't metered per individual gallon, so as an example if the house uses 2000-2500 gallons per month it is the same cost.

[@KittyAhner]

Hope this finds your family well...No virus at my house~!! Chicken tenders and english peas...unsweet tea~!

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

We are OK for now. Thanks for asking. Any dipping sauce?

[@fishroombum3771]

Haha... pretty funny... as you begin the video you can see Chewy sneaking a peek at the camera. LOL

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

He wants to be a star!

[@rolandmstm8286]

First

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

WINNER!

[@guppynuttynz7729]

Could you do a video showing pairs of guppies. Eg what your looking for in a female when pairing up

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Good idea!

[@zachhornberger]

Great video I am in the midst of a columanaris outbreak in my guppies tank I ordered furan2 from api Will that harm the sailfin plecos or neon tetras

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

I had the same in a wholesale order......I don't think it will.You can call API, their customer service is outstanding.

[@HT-jn8uh]

I am watching your video but I'm running out of snack and beverage.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

You better restock!

[@mikeymags2593]

Love all your videos and your sense of humor! One question on this set-up, because of the carbon filter use you are not in need of using any chlorine remover? Or is it because you are only doing 5% of a water change at any given time?

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Yes, that was in the footage I lost. No need because I don’t have chloramine in my city water, just chlorine.

[@markbass7102]

nice video michael love your style now going to your michaelseats to see your treat of the day i love baconx

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

LOL....I love bacon too!

[@RyanStonedonCanadianGaming]

Soon you'll need that fish poop water for indoor gardening.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

And outdoor gardening....I have 3 55 drums ready to set up outside.

[@jlathem56]

Hey Michael. Thank you for revisiting your water change system. I don't remember you covering the overflow system in detail. Now I am older than dirt so I have an excuse for not remembering stuff but if you have a video please point me to it. But if you haven't covered it, would you? I am starting the plans on installing a water changing system like yours and it would be nice to have a reliable overflow system before I get started. Thanks for any assistance you can give.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Overflow video coming on Sunday!

[@jlathem56]

@@MichaelsFishRoom - I don't care what all those other people said about you. I think you are an all right dude. Thanks for the follow through!

[@brad823]

How often do you change the carbon block filters? I am very interested in building similar auto change system after we move this summer. Thanks for the fine video and for the info!!

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

About every 6-9 months or so.But it depends on how much water you are using and how much chlorine is in your water.

[@brad823]

@@MichaelsFishRoom Thanks for the info!!

[@trystonstank5550]

aight so my snack today is hershey's dark chocolate kisses and my beverage is a cup of medium roast Colombian coffee, black.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

That sounds fantastic.....but did you freeze the chocolate?

[@trystonstank5550]

@@MichaelsFishRoom I had just bought the bag, so no not this time

[@kevinjames1587]

I’m dizzy and confused after this

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Sit down and rest.

[@paulnerlich6099]

Could you show us how you do your overflow pipes to evacuate the old water from your tanks? Or is all of your tanks drilled making it easier to drain excess water?

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

All of them are drilled. I will be doing a video of that process soon I think. But here is one I have already done. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp7Nd3iIg66hfaM

[@paulnerlich6099]

@@MichaelsFishRoom My issue is I have 19 tanks that are filled with guppies, plecos, and snails. I'm guessing, I'll have to empty each one and then drill it and refill.

[@gigiberlogea9878]

I don't understand how system drains the old water... you said tank overflows? That's kind of scary

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

It overflows from the standpipe to the sump.

[@gigiberlogea9878]

@@MichaelsFishRoom basically don't understand how water is evacuated from the tank... sorry just a dumb guy with no camera here 😃

[@jessecrawford9835]

Great video, super interesting to see the system and how it all works!

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Thanks Jesse!

[@yalekim4350]

Can you make a video on how to sell and buy on aquabid

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Nope, I don't buy or sell on AB.

[@brandonwong1087]

Fourth

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

3rd place loser.

[@brandonwong1087]

Lol, love ur content man

[@tsarecord7452]

How long the filter can use before change

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Good question. I really have no idea.

[@SVT512]

My wife and I get the biggest kick watching Chewie peek at you while you are talking to the camera. Cracks us up every time :)

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

LOL....he is a curious boy!

[@lightningdt1]

How does the water leave your tanks?

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Gravity, through the overflow......video coming soon.

[@seanolson5763]

Do you use backgrounds on your tanks?

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

LOL....nope.

[@Jerry-lj3cf]

I wish I could have the ability to do this to my setup. Maybe someday I will be able to.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Why not?

[@Jerry-lj3cf]

@@MichaelsFishRoom I have 7 different sizes in tanks and there through out my house. I am thinking of building a building just for all my aquarium's in the future. Thanks for asking, I love all your contributions to the aquarium hobbyists. Keep up the great work and videos.

[@TheBudgetAquarist]

Hey how long until we have to start eating our fish due to the economic collapse from this virus? Any good recipes?

[@brandonwong1087]

Check dexters world

[@brianthedisabledaquarist7959]

Lol! As long as it's not the mulm!

[@kparran79]

That thought crossed my mind too! Looking at them like you will get eaten first so let me fatten y'all up just in case

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

You should start prepping now.

[@TheBudgetAquarist]

@@MichaelsFishRoom I hear you. I'm already trying to learn to use frozen brine shrimp and bloodworms in a nice bristlenose soup. I was commenting about how many longfin albino bristlenose I have? I swear I had to separate my male and female because that's slut laid another clutch of eggs yesterday! Oh well, hopefully they'll be grown out enough to sell by the time other people actually are going back to the pet store.

[@mp_livebearersNbettas]

Does the filters lower the ph?

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

No

[@sourdough6800]

But, can you part the water?

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

I’m not Moses 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@benm.wilmot1852]

You are not Old .I am old 73

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

I feel old.....LOL

[@DanielGonzalez-gd3dx]

Hi micheal nice video

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Thanks!

[@mikekupetsky6879]

mulm is dirt bro

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Mulm is life brah.

[@TheBudgetAquarist]

On a more serious note, it's interesting how many times I am involved with EXACTLY what you are discussing on your video. I am currently doing massive water changes on 2 pleco fry tanks because they are sooooo messy! I couldn't believe my longfin albino is dropping eggs like every 2 weeks! Gotta setup another tank just to grow all these out! Mom and Dad are SEPARATED! Stay well brah.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Lol...we are like twins! Stay safe and healthy brah.

[@rolobrown123]

Early bird

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Gets the worm.

[@bk2pla]

Nice! 👍 Wondering what would be used if one has Chloramines? After dechlorinator my water has 0.25 ammonia. I use a lot of plants and they help process it. But is there a block filter type for ammonia? Hmm.🤔

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

There are filters, but they are much more expensive! I would do a holding tank and prime dosing system....maybe........

[@whitemountainasmr3150]

Snack: bottle of yellow mustard. Beverage: miller lite.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

You forgot the pretzels.

[@whitemountainasmr3150]

@@MichaelsFishRoom oh no. No I didn't.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Yes you did.

[@whitemountainasmr3150]

No. I. Did. Not.

[@bisharp2176]

Ah he is talking about Dory

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Who?

[@bisharp2176]

@@MichaelsFishRoom From Aquarium Do-Op

[@douglasmcgraw1572]

Michael, enjoy all your vids, could you do a video on cloudy water, I have so much problems with my water, I don’t understand where I’m goin wrong. I’ve seen that water changes are different than adding because of evaporation. I am constantly adding water, and water changes, now problems with cloudy water. Please do a vid on water conditions.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Thanks for the request, I will put on the list!

[@OVHabitats]

Hi Michael, I am an old guy that was heavy into aquariums back in the olden days when under gravel filters was the best thing on the market. I have been getting the bug and studying before I even get my tank. Found you on youtube and I am a new fan. Love the bloopers.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Thanks! Good luck, and the new old school thing is sponge filters!

[@catfishcave379]

Filing this away for when I have enough tanks to do this. Sunny side up, ham, toast, raw onion, salsa verde, and Diet Pepsi-um-I mean green tea.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Lol....”I mean green tea”

[@marwil8920]

This was great, thanks for sharing. Video request: Could you talk/sum up about your outdoor fish raising and share some of the possible changes and ideas for this summer? Thanks again, Marjorie

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

That is coming soon!

[@palmtreeaquatics1711]

Hey big guy can you send me a message about your camera that you film with I'm trying to find one that I can use thanks 😊

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Canon T7i with a few different lenses.

[@pxv990]

Just subbed been watching channel for a long time ... thanks for educating us on fish keeping!

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Thanks for subbing.....what took so long?

[@msh4racing]

Hi. Do the in-line carbon filters mean that no declorinator is needed? Thanks for all you do for the hobby.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Yes! It wouldn’t work if I had chloramine, only because my water has chlorine.

[@brandyhlady9302]

Baaahahahahaha **cough** I’m ok, just a little nachos for lunch. You made my day 😂😂 Thanks again

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Glad I could help!

[@vinnythemooch4158]

We all get C.R.S. (can't remember sh__ stuff) ---lol

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

LOL

[@24681359David]

Hey Mike! When will you have some Blue Metallic Mosaic's back in stock?

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Hiya! I have some small ones now, I put them on BO because I was low on stock. If you order them I can ship next week.

[@robtrewett1404]

Use PEX pipe for new system it will change your life fast easy to install and alter no glue

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

I am considering it.

[@yermailmain206]

Bro what’s your favorite subie? Or what’s your favorite car?

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Well I am currently driving a 2020 Ascent and really like it. Favorite car.........71 Cuda convertible in Plumb Crazy with white leather interior.

[@deftskg9547]

😂😂omg u can see chewie in the background peeking at what ur doing

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

He is a curious boy!

[@kparran79]

Got the w.c system down, but what washer is that you have that alerts you when finished? I need that in my life, i always forget I'm washing till i can't find something🤣

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Lol....I have no idea! It’s kinda new, maybe a whirlpool?

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Lol....I think it is a Whirlpool maybe?

[@martinferris2818]

Nice one Chap. Thank you for the information. You rock.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Thanks! I’m glad you like it.

[@yermailmain206]

Shots out to Porey from paquarium po op👍🏽

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

LOL

[@MotorCityAquatiks]

I still just drain into my floor drain and refill out of buckets lol

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

That sucks, why not use a pump?

[@MotorCityAquatiks]

@@MichaelsFishRoom because some shrimp dont like large temp changes quickly.

[@MotorCityAquatiks]

Wanted to ask if 3/4" PVC is good for building air system to disperse to each tank with air valve? How are you holding up?

[@sebastiancuano9920]

Just wanna tell you, your great my dude.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Thanks!

[@bigdaddylou9467]

Thank you for that. I am not to that point unfortunately but only have 5 tanks. So I use buckets. Yes it is a pain in the a$$.

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Why not use a pump like this? kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGOXeWSdjryLias

[@bigdaddylou9467]

Michael's Fish Room thank you for that suggestion. I was looking through some old fish stuff and found a small china power head that had small china pump in it this last weekend. I used it to put water back into my 72 gallon grow out tank with a crap ton of angelfish. Worked much better indeed

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

@@bigdaddylou9467 Glad I can help!

[@815aquariumfish6]

I’m so glad I have a auto water system so much easier

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

What kind do you have?

[@815aquariumfish6]

I have like ur old system just fill a Barrel up and have a pump running it to tanks then I have the drip things that do 2 gallons a hour

[@TotallyNotaDev]

Second

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

1st place loser. You are slipping.

[@edwardtomaszewski78]

Second....

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

😜😳

[@thegoldfishking7954]

Make video on what's the best filter

[@jessecrawford9835]

He has a lot of good videos on the best sponge filters, hang on backs and china filters already

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Like this? kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnLQXnSJasqmd68

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

Or like this? kzbin.info/www/bejne/epiyqYp5jM2BrM0

[@sundarclicks]

Great to see how you have your system setup. I was trying to get some info about your filters.. I don't see a link in the description... Your videos are informative and humorous .... ... calling it Entertainmitive.... LOL !!😄😄 Cheers !

[@MichaelsFishRoom]

I like the name! I have many different kinds of filters. Which ones do you mean?