[Damon]

Originally Posted by TheDuckyOne

Sorry I dont think I made myself very clear....I didnt mean that they where counter balanced, although I am aware thats how it came off...the extra aeration that the biowheel provides knocked more co2 out of the water...just like the aeration that a powerhead would provide. All the water agitation...I still dont know if I am making sense, its a been a rough week.

Either way, I had 2 pH crashes due to co2 levels before I got the eclipse hood. Havent had one since, but that doesnt make my theory right. It could be lots of other factors, including more experince. I wouldnt part with it, and I would recommend it to anyone, based on personal experince, co2 or no. When I set the tank up again recently, I didnt consider any other brand filter or hood. My SW tank is an eclipse tank, the two 29 gallons I have ready to be set up will both be eclipse filtered tanks. Maybe I am biased...or brand loyal, I do tend to stick with whats worked for me in the past.....actually now that I think about it....I have alot of marineland products.

Anyway....I actually think your plants will do well no matter what you do. Pick hearty, easy to care for plants, be patient, and you will likely be rewarded with a beautiful tank.

Well said.