Right Place At The Right Time

[Steve H.]

I have MTS fever again....I just can't say no to a tank deal. Especially when its free!

I will be picking this up from a guy who sadly has to give it up because he is moving back to Australia

As you can see it is really nicely planted and stocked with fish.

I need to know the best way to transport this?
It's a 30 minute drive.
I am hoping to just drain 1/2, and very carefully drive home.
Or, should we break it all down and bag the fish?

 

[thereverendturtle]

It's always best to drain as much water as possible and save it. With that being an eclipse I would personally drain it at least 3/4 of the way. For thirty minutes, unless the tank is heavily stocked, the fish should be ok.

 

[Steve H.]

Thanks rev.

I will probably re-home the fish. He has 5 dwarf neon rainbows, a bn cat, and a slap tail cat. I don't know what a slap tail cat is, but if I'm not mistaken all need a bigger tank.

Jim the owner of one of my lfs will probably take them on.
I'm into nano's at the moment.

I really just want the tank, plants, upgraded lighting and cascade500. Plus all the other extras he's throwing in.

Still in absolute shock that this fell into my lap.

 

[thereverendturtle]

Looks like you fell into an awesome deal. The rainbows will be ok if its the 12 gallon. Bn might be ok, never heard of a slap tail cat, so can't help you there. Good luck with it though.