dvc_r

Sue, is that a DIY CO2 in the back of the tank? That's what I've been doing (besides water changes) today!
Could you stay off this post and PM me, I have a few questions for you.

matt6765

pnatihoes not working..... junk does not go up filter.... where do I get that sponge that you all liked?

Lucy

Any fish store would sell them. I like cerianthus's suggestion.
But really, there shouldn't be that much debris since you added the pany hose. Are you feeding to much?

matt6765

I think I under feed.... 2-4 pinches of fine crused food once a day.... the junk is mostly fish waste

Lucy

Maybe you need to vacuum more often?

matt6765

I dont think so.... if the fish waste does not reach filter intake in goes to bottom and stays there intill I vacum....

el_nino

Get smarter fish. J/K. for sure try foam over the intake. it will also cut down on particles clogging filter.