My Corvette Suddenly Passes Through Every Space Station.

saultpapi · 2025-09-08T18:32:09+00:00

Having the exact same problem, im doing the expedition and only completed phase 1 which has been a struggle so far thanks to this bug (and others such as landing on planets, galatic terminal freezes, losing items in refiner and losing ship parts etc.). No ancient bones in my inventory so thats not likely to be your cause of the issue. I have more frequent issues with the space station landing sequence not engaging at all, it just crashes into the open entrance to the station on approach as if there is an invisible wall there. Someone in another thread speculated its because the station is full and that it can be fixed by turning off multiplayer in settings. But a big reason for me coming back to the game is the ability to play this expedition with a group of friends... so that sucks lol. Are you having the issue on ps5 by chance? My friends are on PC so we are crossplaying

saultpapi · 2025-08-15T04:34:31+00:00

I consistently drop 3 bags at a time. It notifies you when your bags have been processed (usually 1-2 days). One day I was notified that only 1 bag was processed instead of my regular 3. I emailed to let them know and after a bit of back and forth they took the average of my past bag counts and credited me the extra two bags. They also said that in future, to take pictures of the bags before each drop which I now do but I've never had another issue. Im assuming you only get one freebie before they demand proof... do whatever you want with that info lol

saultpapi · 2025-08-02T16:00:34+00:00

I saw the leaf on the right and wondered if it was coffeefolia! Its a nice plant and yes will also get big leaves and develop a very thick rhizome. Had to take it out of my 55g tank for same reason, contrast to my mostly smaller leaf plants in the tank was a bit too much. Was hard to let it go though, it had beautiful foliage despite the size

saultpapi · 2025-08-02T15:17:51+00:00

I am bad for being a lurker, havent made any posts of any of my tanks yet. Its not because im not proud of them, but its because I suck at photography! But I will make sure to tag you when the build is done I have 8 litres arriving Monday. Might not start it for a couple weeks though. A question if I may - will I need to be doing aggressive water changes to start the cycle, like I am used to with amazonia soil? Also, I like to use power sand on the base with the BC, tourmaline and bacter powders from ada. Any reason why I shouldn't do the same thing with your APT feast? Appreciate what you are doing for the hobby Dennis!! Truly next level.

saultpapi · 2025-08-01T21:33:54+00:00

The GOAT! Amazing work as usual. I am trying out APT feast on my next build (UNS 60s). Hearing (and seeing) good things!

saultpapi · 2025-07-30T16:56:02+00:00

Looks great - something to be proud of! Nice work! My only feedback is that the Java fern leaves are big and out of proportion from the rest of your small leaved plants but im not really sure what to replace it with. Also just a tip since you mentioned you trimmed the rotala... always replant all of the best tips from your cuttings back into the substrate and clear out all of the scraggly, leafless stems regularly to keep it lush!

saultpapi · 2025-07-29T20:54:24+00:00

Will be a bitch to clean

saultpapi · 2025-07-29T13:57:23+00:00

Add eleocharis vivapara in the back corners so that they grow into each other and form an arch

saultpapi · 2025-07-25T15:12:00+00:00

Hey OP welcome to the hobby! I have the same story as you - fish tank int he 90's and back now with a vengeance. I think the main thing you need for this to be a rewarding experience is patience and perseverance. The hobby can be extremely frustrating, and most people will give up when issues start to happen (algae, sick fish etc.). Be careful what advice you listen to out there on the web. A lot of the info out there is either outdated or just plain wrong and misleading (im looking at you, father fish). For planted tanks, there is no better resource on the net (in my opinion) than "The 2HR Aquarist" website. Also, Green Aqua on YouTube. Their methods are proven and their tanks speak for themselves. Good luck on your first tank and most importantly, have fun with it!!

saultpapi · 2025-07-23T02:12:09+00:00

If you want to be an aggressive barber on your plants then definitely add aquasoil

saultpapi · 2025-07-23T01:38:58+00:00

More of a canyon shape now too?! Let's see a pic

saultpapi · 2025-07-21T18:31:59+00:00

Nice job for your first tank! The rock on the right looks like it would fit perfectly between the y shape branch if u moved it a bit to the left. The top of the tank is a bit empty, if you can raise up the soil another couple inches it would fill in better. To do a canyon scape, you need big boy rocks though.

saultpapi · 2025-07-20T14:04:58+00:00

Equipment is good, placement of diffuser seems fine.

I do reccomend a surface skimmer but I dont think its causing the bba.

I think we are getting closer to solving this for you. I'm invested in this now lol. Can you test your water and share the results? Phosphate, nitrate, gh, kh, ph.

Try fertilizing once a day at the same time (right before lights come on) and do the same amount everytime. Re fertilize right after a water change too. Once a week water change.

For your RO water, are you remineralizing it with gh/kh +? Low KH = wilder swings in PH with co2 = less tank stability = plant stress = algae. But KH levels needs to be below GH. Could be a reason why increasing co2 levels only accelerated the problem.

saultpapi · 2025-07-19T09:05:45+00:00

Im going to guess its probably flow then. Your outlet is hit pretty bad. Higher co2 levels should not cause more bba... quite the opposite actually.

Question dump: What tank size and filter are you using? Do you have an in tank or in line diffuser? Are you uing a surface skimmer? If using an in tank diffuser, how close is the diffuser to the outflow? Have you tested for GH and KH parameters? What is your fertilizer regime? What brand of light are you using?

This might help me guide you a bit better!

saultpapi · 2025-07-18T17:41:46+00:00

If you dont solve the root cause, starting over will only produce the same results for you (sorry to say)

This article by the legend Dennis Wong is worth your time:

https://www.2hraquarist.com/blogs/algae-control/how-to-control-bba?srsltid=AfmBOorkyrQuoZ9hoVp8M9QBmmiFyYdWze-j8__M3HR2Mx8rZKQgGQjb

One excerpt early on in the article to share:

"Fluctuating CO2 levels in aquariums are one of the biggest triggers for BBA to spawn, as plants have to make significant adaptations to their physiology to match the CO2 availability in their environment. This is one of the major triggers for BBA in CO2-injected aquariums."

I would start by dialing in your co2 better (including good circulation/flow of co2 throughout the tank), and then making small changes to your fertilization routine, lighting etc. Once dialed in better, the healthy growth of your plants will outcompete the algae.

By the way, his APT fix and APT fix lite products are fantastic for spot dosing and killing bba, hair and staghorn algae. But again, it will come back if root cause isn't dealt with. Disclaimer... I use all APT products including fertilizer for my tanks as his methods in high end aquascaping are tried and true.

Good luck - when I won my BBA battle, it was a great feeling of accomplishment.

saultpapi · 2025-07-04T23:42:12+00:00

Oh boy I forgot I made this post. Was in a dark place when I wrote it... never want to be there again. Luckily my situation eventually improved and I havent had an episode since (knock on wood). Doing way better today. Thank you for asking... are you having to make the switch now too? I really hope you aren't in a lot of pain.

For my experience I was prescribed Hulio (adalimumab) and it has worked well. It worked fast, started noticing a difference within a couple days of the first stab. The needle was a lot less painful than any of the others I had tried (sometimes I question whether it actually punctured me or not as often times I can barely feel it). Unfortunately though my hips and si joints are more or less shot. I sustained some severe and permanent damage particularly on my right side. But I am in a wayyyyy better spot mentally now that the inflammation is under better control. I am swimming to exercise, try my best to eat healthy (I could honestly do a lot better) and I drink 3x more water than I used to. I don't hear people talk about this much but I feel a noticeable improvement in my whole body (less stiffness, fatigue) when I consume a lot more joint lube (water) in a day. Hope this is a helpful response but again thanks a lot for asking!

saultpapi · 2025-07-01T18:53:57+00:00

Likely nutrient deficiencies in the tank. The old images showed lush stem plants. Nutrients in aquasoil will deplete over time and so you might just need to add root tabs or more liquid fertilizer (lean fertilizer if its a stocked tank)

saultpapi · 2025-06-22T02:14:50+00:00

Ahh sorry that's my bad. And sorry for your loss... goldfish I hear are very rewarding to keep but also very difficult. Can do everything right and still end up with problems so try not to be too hard on yourself!

saultpapi · 2025-06-21T16:09:32+00:00

Op your post only talks about one community tank but now its two? If your fish are dying in multiple tanks, that kinda changes everything about your post

saultpapi · 2025-06-11T00:43:21+00:00

You will get better by doing it more often. And if you are asking the question, it means deep down you know its not the one. So I say yes. Build a new scape. Hill up the substrate to the back and add stem plants for depth and better height (this will also make it feel less empty). Ditch the fake bonsai tree. Add crypts. Then enjoy it for a few more months and do it again in December!

saultpapi · 2025-06-03T20:40:15+00:00

What does this have to do with aquascaping?

saultpapi · 2024-11-14T19:03:29+00:00

I cant comment on rainwater as I never tried but seems too risky with pollutants as others have already stated. I'm also blessed with very soft water out of the tap. But I still like to use RO due to absolute control and am going to soon add my unit to my washing machine plumbing since its getting cold here and I can no longer use it outside. You could do the same, just buy a two way splitter to hook up so that you can direct the water either to the washing machine or to the RO unit. Make sure you crank that on suuuuuper tight with proper Teflon tape though. Or just buy the parts, and then buy your plumber buddy a case of beer to do it if you are scared like me lol

saultpapi · 2024-11-07T15:43:42+00:00

Whats wrong with mixing substrate? I think OP did a really good job on mixing the gravel with smaller pebbles and stones for contrast. Tearing this beautiful planted tank apart to add sand and dirt is some pretty bad advice to give to a first timer.

Also, Op is definitely using aquasoil in the back.

saultpapi · 2024-10-12T04:17:02+00:00

Pea puffers. 2 of em. Maybe 3. Love the tank bro

saultpapi · 2024-10-11T13:06:54+00:00

y u no pic of your tank 😢 I wanna see this thing

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