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Old 12-04-2004, 07:08 PM
Dave Millman
 
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Default Prefilter for Fluval 404?

wrote:

I disagree - I use a block of filter foam over the intakes of my Ehiems.
Medium planted tank (90 gallon) medium population. Every water change
(weekly) clean the prefilters. easy.


Graham Broadbridge )
wrote:
Q. What does pre filtering achieve in a normal
: planted tank? A. Daily cleaning of the pre-filter :-)


I'm with Graham on this one. My cannister is up to three months between cleanings.
Prefilters clog fast, then faster with age.