Finally got my tank where I feel it should be.
As mentioned previously, Asian tank keeping is slightly different than American style.
My tank have 2 chambers that are named IOUS- basically the old Diatom concept.
I had bought a Fluval hang on filter, but it could not keep up. So my latest purchase was an Eheim 2217 external canister filter.
Pushing debris is the Sunsun 110 wave maker.

Also introduced some 'worker' fishes. 2 Clown Loach..2 pleco catfish..4 shrimp..1 lobster.

Water parameters are fine, as the canister containing bio-ceramic rings/Jap mat/heavy-fine wool are now cycling the waste effectively.
Note that PSB Bacteria must be added periodicaly in liquid form
Also have live plants. My research brought me to laying down a bed of Aqautic soil, topped with crushed lava stone.

My favourite tank character is the lobster..who I hand feed.

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CHILCUTT~
The secret to a long life. Is knowing when it is time to leave.

I am a huge clown loach fan...

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1984 300SD Orient Red/ Palomino
1989 560SEC
2016 Mazda 6 6 speed manual
1995 Ford F-150 reg cab 4.9 5speed manual

With you there...these fellas were originally intended to be simple custodians...but I soon came to admire their gracefulness/playfulness/streamlined body strength.

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CHILCUTT~
The secret to a long life. Is knowing when it is time to leave.