Just a very quick up date on a bit of tinkering. Don't forget, if you like the video 👍 thank you. diypondfilters... intro/outro by, Info@unit-e.tech
@@Wrighty I think there's a market for Terry to do peoples pond electrics etc, I'm an engineer also but I don't touch electrics, I wary of anything I cannot see!!!!!!!!!!!! Great update video as always.
Hi mate, Just to let you know I have now released the build plans for the Mk2 up-flow fines filter on my website if your interested mate, diypondfilters.com Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
Brilliant filter, fantastic that the tube is so clear after the clean and amazing fines in the bucket. I do look forward to your videos as as they are always informative and entertaining. Keep them coming.👍😊🐟🈲
Got into the koi hobby last summer when I was bored of staying home all the time. It quickly turned into an obsession and I’ve been loving learning so much about koi, ponds, and filters. I unfortunately built my pond last summer without much knowledge and built it without a bottom drain and pretty poor filtration! 🤦🏽♂️I’m hoping to completely renovate the pond with a bottom drain, rdf, and maybe a shower filter/moving bed. But unfortunately I am not sure my DIY skills are up to the task and if I’ll have enough time since I’m still working on a doctorate degree in pharmacy.😅 I’m really glad found this channel and have been learning so much. It’s a pleasure watching all the innovation, DIY projects, care that Terry puts into his pond and koi!🙌🏽
Hi Asep, and thank you for your kind comments. It's really appreciated. I ran ponds for years and never had a bottom drain. A pond will work perfectly ok on a submersible pond pump. You can now get a retro fit bottom drain which will do the same thing, and it would save you re-doing your pond. Just a thought mate. This was my previous pond build which was run on a submersible pump: th-cam.com/video/YXePMc9x5fU/w-d-xo.html thanks again, good luck with all the pond improvements. take care and stay safe, Terry.
@@Wrighty Hi Terry thanks for the tip! I currently just have a pre filter in my skimmer, pressure filter, and a waterfall filter on a 2000 US gallon pond with 1 large koi and 8 small ones. I thought about retro fitting the bottom drain but my concern with that is it might look unsightly and the koi might injure themselves. I have been looking into maybe at least improving my filters even if I don’t add a bottom drain. I’ve been thinking about getting the oase biotec screenmatic 2 18000 but I’m not sure if it’s worth the money?
Hi Asep, I don't think there's much difference between seeing a submersible pump to a retrofit bottom drain in the pond. It's a mater of which you prefer. With the screenmatic 2 18000 your still going to have the horrible job of cleaning the foams out once a week, and like you say they are a lot of money. There are better and cheaper filters on the market. Anyway mate, let me know how you get on, Take care, Terry.
@@Wrighty In that case I was thinking of getting an RDF and making a DIY shower filter instead of the screenmatic 2 this summer. And adding the bottom drain next year when I have more time. Would the RDF still work well without a bottom drain or should I just wait to get an RDF until I install a bottom drain? Sorry for all the questions, I have so many 😅
Hi mate, No worries. You can get an RDF and run it from an in pond submersible pond pump. That's not a problem. If you get a pump that can be either in pond or dry out of pond, you can still use it when you do get a bottom drain installed. Terry.
Love your videos. This system is genius thank you for running us through your build it’s fascinating watching the design and progress. Can’t wait to see how you get on with summer pond load. Looking forward to design sheet. Happy ponding keep posting 👍🏻
Hi Mate, and thank you for your kind comments. It's not taking much cleaning at the moment but well see when I get my plants back in the pond. Thanks again mate and take care, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
Terry you have created the perfect DIY water cleaning system hat off to you Sir. I’ve received my PP and everything I need for the RDF so this weekend I’ll start the build. Thanks again for the plans take care and “whats next” lol 😆
Hi Glenn, and thank you mate. Good luck with the build. Take your time and double check everything before you cut it. Any problems give me a shout. I think the next project is some time out lol. You take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
Hi Barry, thanks mate, but I'm getting tooooo old now lol, just looking for a quiet life and a glass of wine now and again lol. You take care mate, Terry.
Absolutely brilliant...and I totally get you about having no interest in making and selling them. At our time of life its just nice to chill out and spend time pottering about in the garden...and having a fantastic hobby like koi keeping is the icing on the cake. Stay safe mate.
I know mine does give it a really good stir, but I think you should be ok mate. Give it a try and see what happens. You can always add a bleed tap near the air pump and let some of it out to reduce the air output in the chamber. Terry.
Another excellent video Terry. Can't wait to see how it performs during the warm weather when the pond season is in full swing and the koi are feeding properly. ---Best Regards, Alan
Hi mate, and thank you. It will be interesting like you say, but it won't be too different from now as my pond is heated and my koi are eating really well. It will be the fines from the plant life in my pond that will make the difference. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
Hi Terry. What an amazing job on that new filter. So glad to see you got the "Wrighty Auto Clean" cycle just the way you want it Can't wait to see what you are going to get up to next, once you tidy up the big shed first of course. Take care.
Hi mate, thank you, it's always appreciated mate as you know. The next big job, is to get the big shed sorted lol. That could be a bit traumatic lol. You take care mate and stay safe, Terry.
Wrightys auto up flow filter eat your heart out, super job Terry, great video mate, it’s amazing what gets through our RDFs, I can see muck in my bakki shower that gets through my RDF and that’s after a moving bed too, great job mate, all the best Matt
Hi matt, and thanks. That's right mate. when you think what I'm taking out has got through 60 micron mesh, this is filtering on a whole new level. The summer will be the real test, but I think it will do well mate. Thanks again, You take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
Hi Terry, it’s great to see you mate, you have taken that up flow filter to the next level, well done. I think they should call it the Wrighty auto clean model. Cheers mate regards Mark
Hi Mark and thanks mate. Thank you for your support. That's not a bad name for it mate. I'll have to get a sticker done for it lol. You take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Hi mate, and thank you for your kind comments. I am really pleased with the way it's working at the moment, but summer will be the real test, when I have all my plants back in the pond. Thanks, Terry.
@@Wrighty Hi Terry You’re pleased and we all are pleased too Hit the tempest for a 6 hahaha I’m also looking to add plants into my koi pond just for that extra little help 👍
Hi mate, Just to let you know I have now released the build plans for the Mk2 up-flow fines filter on my website if your interested mate, diypondfilters.com Terry.
Hi Chris, and thanks mate. the tube is new. I'm having the same problem as you and not getting notifications from TH-cam. Thanks and take care mate, Terry.
Hello Terry I just watch your new update video, am very impressed with your smart work on your tube filter, from Ricardo in Southampton can't wait to make my own thanks to you .👍👍👍
Hi mate, Just to let you know I have now released the build plans for the Mk2 up-flow fines filter on my website if your interested mate, diypondfilters.com Terry.
That filter is brilliant the timer and how it works is better than the big company’s what flow are you putting through it always enjoy watching what you’re doing next keep up the good work thanks Kev & Jue
Hi Kev & Julie, thank you for your kind comments, it's very much appreciated. I have a 6500 lph pump on it at the moment. I'm not sure just what flow it will take. I don't think you want to push water through it too fast, or I don't think the fines would settle as well. Thanks again and take care, Terry.
Hi Chris, and thanks mate. the problem is to get a patent now must be £12,000.00. it was 8000 years ago when I checked on another idea I had. Thanks again mate and you take care, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know I have now released the build plans for the Mk2 up-flow fines filter on my website if your interested mate, diypondfilters.com Terry.
New to your channel but loving the content and that filter you have built very impressive really is going to give evolution Aqua tempest a run for its money The cleaning cycle on yours is so much more aggressive great work Terry
Hi Carl, thank you and welcome to my channel. Thank you for your kind comments, its very much appreciated. I must say, I am pleased with the way this fines filter is running. I will be releasing building instructions with a parts list and where to get them on my website diypondfilters.com within the next few days so people are able to build there own. You will find, if you check my previous videos, All the filters in my filter house, I have made myself, including the RDF. Thanks for joining us mate, you will find the people on my channel are a really nice bunch of guys. Take care and I hope you enjoy the channel. Terry.
Amazing Terry, filter working better than some of the named ones (you know who I mean Lol 😂) It’s a fantastic job and you should be proud of yourself. Thanks for sharing 👍👍
Hi Steve, thanks mate. Not using air on the first flush would leave a lot of dirt in the media. It does need a good turning over to loosen it up mate. Thanks for the thought, Terry.
Terry, you should work for EA in there R and D department, that’s superb, you’ll be running out of room in your filter house for any more inventions, very well done mate. 👌
Hi Anthony and thanks mate. I don't think EA can afford me lol. That's right mate, I think I'll end up swapping my sheds over lol. Thanks again mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty Terry do you think using 2" pipework you could up the flow?, I think 1.5" pipework is too "forced" where as 2" pipework would be more relaxed?
I have 2" from the pump into the chamber. I've not tried a bigger flow through it so I'm really not to sure how well it would work mate. It might be fine. it's taking 6500 lph easy enough. Terry.
Superb Terry. Was thinking of buying the tempest to run along side my easy pod in my grow on in shed cos I’m feeding quite heavy and it’s a bit too much for the pod getting a lot of fines through. I think I will hold fire for your plans as your design looks for better. Top job 🤙 N
Thanks Gary, much appreciated mate. With this build being slightly bigger, it might suit you better mate. And it's cheaper. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
Wow just wow Wrighty .filter is working a treat mate unbelievable fines removed . When’s the release date coming ? Or detailed video of costs. let’s all make 1 of wrighty up filter .fantastic video as always 👍👍
Hi mate, and thank you. I will get the build plans drawn up and out as soon as I can mate. Just really busy at the moment. Take care and thank again, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
Brilliant work mate its better than the one that's been released by a well known company. Watch this space I bet they bring out a version using your auto clean idea.
Hi Chris, If it works as well as mine is, I've got no worries lol. If it helps, I've just released the building plans for it on my website if your interested mate. Thanks mate, you take care, Terry.
Hi mate, Quite a few have said that, but to be honest I'm getting too old now to start anything like that. 15 years ago, I'd have done it no problem. I'm just looking for a quiet life with no stress mate lol. I'm really loving what I'm doing. Thanks and you take care, Terry.
Far better than original Tempest, more agitation to the media as well which I think is needed, this abs cracking Terry, well done, when do you go into production 👍🏻
Hi Dave, thanks mate, its very much appreciated mate. I will be releasing plans on my website so people can build their own. Their quite easy to build. I'm too old to go into production lol. you take care mate and stay safe, Terry.
@@Wrighty I can only agree with you there mate, when I first watched the video via Nishikigoi site I was not impressed with the amount of muck it left behind in the tube and felt it needed a lot more agitation as your own model does, personally speaking I believe you’ve done a great job and improved the Tempest where it needed improving, good luck mate, take care, keep the videos coming ..👍🏻
Hi Terry how are you mate its been ages. Ive binge watched all the videos and the ponds looking great. Im loving the mk2 fines mate how did u make it, bloody brilliant job
Hi mate, I'm very well thank you. I hope all's well with you and your family. I must say I am pleased with the fines filter. I have done build plans for it if your interested. Their on my website diypondfilters.com/shop/ thanks for your kind comments mate, very much appreciated. Take care mate, Terry.
Terry you have surpassed yourself yet again. Knocks EA Tempest out of the water think Evolution shud have you designing their equipment. From a proper hobbist welldone Terry 👍👍👍👍👍
You are a genius sir love the new up filter looks an works far better than the tempest. I would get yours copy wrighted quick I thinks soon as evolution see yours there going to replicate it an stick a huge koi tax on it 🤣🤣🤣
Thanks mate, Wish I could afford to get it copyrighted mate. They are charging a lot of money for an acrylic tube, 2 end caps and a couple of small valves. Trouble is, if your pond is around 3000 gallon, you need 2 of them. Wow! Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
Hi Mark, The build plans are on my website and do contain a list of parts and where to get them including the timer diypondfilters.com/shop/ hope this helps mate, Take care, Terry.
The finefilter seems really good mate. Looking forward to seeing it in full work mode this summer. Did you use to work as an engineer or something? Your builds are fantastic, lovely to see you spend your time doing what you love.
Hi mate and thank you. I am very pleased with the way it's working. No, I don't have an engineering background as such, many many years ago I use to be a car accident repair specialist so that helps a bit. Roll on summer. take care mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty yes, seems like it takes out the very fine stuff you might not even get with fine filterfloss but without the hassle with changing every week. Great design. Sounds like you had your hands full with that line of work. Bring the summer yeah, finally went above -25c here in north - west Norway. Have a good weekend buddy.
Very impressed with your version of the tempest. 2 questions please. How often does it need to run a cleaning cycle on your system and how much water goes to waste in 1 cycle?
Hi mate, and thank you. I've been cleaning every 4 days, but as the waters getting better it looks like I can leave it longer. Don't forget, it will have more to do in the summer. At a guess I think around 25 gallon but not 100% sure. Just a guess. Thanks, Terry.
@@Wrighty love the new design. Just thinking but if the fines were allowed to settle after being flushed would the remaining water then be able to be returned back to the pond?
Hi Julian, I haven't tried it mate, but the fines do settle in the bucket, so I would think so mate. I just count it as part of my weekly water change. Terry.
Hi Mark, Thanks mate, It will be interesting to know how you get on with it mate. I hope all goes well for you. Keep us informed. It will be interesting to get an honest non-bias opinion. Take care, Terry.
Great filter Terry. A couple of questions. 1. What size id the white push fit pipe you are using for air to the filter and what make is it (and the fittings)? 2. I noticed the water level at the top of the filter is above the level of the air pump. Have you got a non-return valve in there as the water could back flow up the pipe? Thanks Terry.
@@Wrighty Thanks Terry. What size do you use? 10mm, 15mm or 22mm? Where did you get your non-return valve for this? Another company that supplies acrylic tube similar to Trent Plastics is this one www.simplyplastics.com/catalog/acrylic-tube/clear-extruded-acrylic-tube/c-24/c-81/p-216
Hi mate, I use the 15mm. I get the 12mm non-return valves on eBay. Be very careful with Simply Plastics. they are very expensive. I paid £48.00 for 1000mm x 200mm x 3mm. from Trent plastics. I have now released my build plans for this on my website if your interested diypondfilters.com
That's absolutely brilliant Terry !!! When are the plans going on the website? My daughter said your shed is a mess, because your a MAN ! I will start making video's when my new shed turns up as I am building a new filter house, so I hope you can give me a few tips on those. Great video, stay safe and well.
Hi mate, and thank you. I've got to get the drawings done yet mate. But I'll get them done asap, I am quite busy at the moment but will do my best. I have to say, your daughter is absolutely right mate lol. Do get some videos up mate, I'd love to see them. You know where I am mate, if I can help I will. Take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
Hi D&J, thank you. I will release build plans for it and put them on my website as soon as I get time, so people can build them. Thanks again mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/ Thanks mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty that’s brilliant mate I will definitely take a look, I know you were saying that the place you got the acrylic pipe from were out of stock, I did find another place clear plastic tube.co.uk seemed pretty reasonable on price Thanks Terry 👍🏻
Hi Terry, how will the plastic tube stand up in the freezing weather? I know I have to be careful of my RODI filter cartridges as they can crack. I'm sure your tube is a lot thicker but was just wondering. Amazing work as ever and when I have a pond again I will definitely be making one of these for my filter house 😃
Hi Simon, If it's being kept in a filter house it will be fine mate. I wouldn't advise running one of these in the winter outside, as it could freeze, but apart from that it will cool your pond water even more mate. You would have to insulate it really well and then it should be ok. Thanks again mate, take care, Terry.
I think there’s a market here for you to build and sell this filter mate. Really, really impressed. Works a treat. 👍
Hi Chris, thanks mate, but I'm too old for it now. Just looking for the quiet life lol. Thanks again, Terry.
@@Wrighty I think there's a market for Terry to do peoples pond electrics etc, I'm an engineer also but I don't touch electrics, I wary of anything I cannot see!!!!!!!!!!!! Great update video as always.
@@Wrighty love your builds, you will have to build another and sell it to me lol, wish i had the time
Hi Jason, I'm the same mate. I wanted this done weeks ago but couldn't get to working on it. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
@@jasonhowell5362 👍☝☝
Awesome job Terry! You are one bright fella I will say!
Hi Stephan, thank you for your kind comments. It's always appreciated mate, take care, Terry.
Fantastic Terry. You now need to release the plans for making this as they will outsell the Tempest! Who needs Evolution Aqua 😂
Hi Graham, thanks for your kind comments. I will do build plans as soon as I get the time mate. Thanks again and take care, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know I have now released the build plans for the Mk2 up-flow fines filter on my website if your interested mate, diypondfilters.com
Terry.
The fines it takes out are amazing. Could you do a video on the wrighty auto with what parts are needed and where to get them.
Hi Joe, and thanks mate. I will do build plans and put them on my website for it as soon as I get time. Thanks again mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
You are a genius Terry absolutely amazing what you have designed and developed over the last year or so
Thanks mate, it's really appreciated as always. I am really pleased with it, I must say. Take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
well done love your vids
Hi Richard, and thank you mate. It's really appreciated, take care, Terry.
I'm hooked on ur channel, binge vid watching
Hi Tony, thank you for your kind comments. much appreciated mate. Good to hear you enjoy the videos. Thanks again mate, Terry.
Brilliant filter, fantastic that the tube is so clear after the clean and amazing fines in the bucket. I do look forward to your videos as as they are always informative and entertaining. Keep them coming.👍😊🐟🈲
Hi mate, and thank you. I must say, I am pleased with the way it's running. Summer will be the real test. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
Wrighty the pond wizard works his magic again!!👌
Hi mate, I wish it was magic lol. It would be a lot easier lol. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
That's awesome tel 👌👍
Thanks mate, if you think of building one the plans are on my website. diypondfilters.com/shop/ thanks mate, Terry.
Nice one. 👍🏻
Thanks Brett, much appreciated mate, Take care, Terry.
Got into the koi hobby last summer when I was bored of staying home all the time.
It quickly turned into an obsession and I’ve been loving learning so much about koi, ponds, and filters.
I unfortunately built my pond last summer without much knowledge and built it without a bottom drain and pretty poor filtration! 🤦🏽♂️I’m hoping to completely renovate the pond with a bottom drain, rdf, and maybe a shower filter/moving bed. But unfortunately I am not sure my DIY skills are up to the task and if I’ll have enough time since I’m still working on a doctorate degree in pharmacy.😅
I’m really glad found this channel and have been learning so much. It’s a pleasure watching all the innovation, DIY projects, care that Terry puts into his pond and koi!🙌🏽
Hi Asep, and thank you for your kind comments. It's really appreciated. I ran ponds for years and never had a bottom drain. A pond will work perfectly ok on a submersible pond pump. You can now get a retro fit bottom drain which will do the same thing, and it would save you
re-doing your pond. Just a thought mate. This was my previous pond build which was run on a submersible pump:
th-cam.com/video/YXePMc9x5fU/w-d-xo.html thanks again, good luck with all the pond improvements. take care and stay safe, Terry.
@@Wrighty Hi Terry thanks for the tip!
I currently just have a pre filter in my skimmer, pressure filter, and a waterfall filter on a 2000 US gallon pond with 1 large koi and 8 small ones. I thought about retro fitting the bottom drain but my concern with that is it might look unsightly and the koi might injure themselves. I have been looking into maybe at least improving my filters even if I don’t add a bottom drain. I’ve been thinking about getting the oase biotec screenmatic 2 18000 but I’m not sure if it’s worth the money?
Hi Asep, I don't think there's much difference between seeing a submersible pump to a retrofit bottom drain in the pond. It's a mater of which you prefer. With the screenmatic 2 18000 your still going to have the horrible job of cleaning the foams out once a week, and like you say they are a lot of money. There are better and cheaper filters on the market. Anyway mate, let me know how you get on, Take care, Terry.
@@Wrighty In that case I was thinking of getting an RDF and making a DIY shower filter instead of the screenmatic 2 this summer. And adding the bottom drain next year when I have more time. Would the RDF still work well without a bottom drain or should I just wait to get an RDF until I install a bottom drain?
Sorry for all the questions, I have so many 😅
Hi mate, No worries. You can get an RDF and run it from an in pond submersible pond pump. That's not a problem. If you get a pump that can be either in pond or dry out of pond, you can still use it when you do get a bottom drain installed. Terry.
"The press of a button" Love it Terry. Nice work as usual. Cheers.
Thanks Simon, it's the wrighty auto clean lol. Take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Cracking idea that Terry works a treat mate ...stay safe 🌈🌈
Thanks Ian, always appreciated mate, take care, Terry.
Love your videos. This system is genius thank you for running us through your build it’s fascinating watching the design and progress. Can’t wait to see how you get on with summer pond load. Looking forward to design sheet. Happy ponding keep posting 👍🏻
Hi Mate, and thank you for your kind comments. It's not taking much cleaning at the moment but well see when I get my plants back in the pond. Thanks again mate and take care, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty brilliant 👍🏻 over I go to your website 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Terry you have created the perfect DIY water cleaning system hat off to you Sir.
I’ve received my PP and everything I need for the RDF so this weekend I’ll start the build. Thanks again for the plans take care and
“whats next” lol 😆
Hi Glenn, and thank you mate. Good luck with the build. Take your time and double check everything before you cut it. Any problems give me a shout. I think the next project is some time out lol. You take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Brilliant Terry i want one !
Hi Terry, and thanks mate. I will be putting build plans for it on my website. Take care, and stay safe mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
Wow that is amazing you really should consider getting these on the market Terry
Hi Barry, thanks mate, but I'm getting tooooo old now lol, just looking for a quiet life and a glass of wine now and again lol. You take care mate, Terry.
Absolutely brilliant...and I totally get you about having no interest in making and selling them. At our time of life its just nice to chill out and spend time pottering about in the garden...and having a fantastic hobby like koi keeping is the icing on the cake. Stay safe mate.
Hi Keith, and thanks mate. That's right mate, I'm too old for stress and hassle not lol. Feet up with a glass of wine. Thanks mate, take care, Terry.
@@Wrighty Forgot to ask...I see you are using a 60 litre per hour air pump to clean...do you think a 70 litre per hour air pump would be too much
I know mine does give it a really good stir, but I think you should be ok mate. Give it a try and see what happens. You can always add a bleed tap near the air pump and let some of it out to reduce the air output in the chamber. Terry.
Top tinkering Terry , great job 👍
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks mate, always appreciated mate thank you. Take care, Terry.
Another excellent video Terry.
Can't wait to see how it performs during the warm weather when the pond season is in full swing and the koi are feeding properly.
---Best Regards, Alan
Hi mate, and thank you. It will be interesting like you say, but it won't be too different from now as my pond is heated and my koi are eating really well. It will be the fines from the plant life in my pond that will make the difference. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
Really looking forward to seeing the clarity of your pond when the covers are removed, roll on spring/summer.
Hi Anthony, and thank you. That's right mate, these pond covers are a right pain, I do agree. I'm with you, roll on spring lol. Thanks, Terry.
If you weren't tinkering people would be concerned. Great bit of kit.
Hi mate, lol. that's right lol. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
Terry... you go out of your way to respond to every comment!! And there's usually hundreds them. Your a true gent!
You're a true gent to say so mate, thank you, take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Quality video again you’ve taken there pants down wrighty keep bringing them videos topman
Hi Mark and thanks mate. you know it's always appreciated mate, you take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Great video Terry, your a very talented chap and can turn your hand to anything, we'll done. Best regards Andy
Hi Andy and thank you mate. I just love tinkering around with pond filters. Thanks again and take care, Terry.
Brilliant build thank you for sharing
Hi mate, and your very welcome, thanks, Terry.
Brilliant piece of kit you truly are the pele/Ali of koi pond filters
Hi Pete, and thanks mate. I think I'm more like a Jack of all trades and master of none lol. You take care mate, Terry.
Hi Terry. What an amazing job on that new filter. So glad to see you got the "Wrighty Auto Clean" cycle just the way you want it Can't wait to see what you are going to get up to next, once you tidy up the big shed first of course. Take care.
Hi mate, thank you, it's always appreciated mate as you know. The next big job, is to get the big shed sorted lol. That could be a bit traumatic lol. You take care mate and stay safe, Terry.
You are a genius mate.
Thanks Tony, much appreciated mate, Take care, Terry.
Wrightys auto up flow filter eat your heart out, super job Terry, great video mate, it’s amazing what gets through our RDFs, I can see muck in my bakki shower that gets through my RDF and that’s after a moving bed too, great job mate, all the best Matt
Hi matt, and thanks. That's right mate. when you think what I'm taking out has got through 60 micron mesh, this is filtering on a whole new level. The summer will be the real test, but I think it will do well mate. Thanks again, You take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Total genius like a mad scientist making things in your shed i think your going to get a few request to make these for people
Hi Andrew, and thanks mate. I have had several ask if I would, but I don't do that sort of thing. It defeats DIY. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
That great just need your plans 🤣🤣🥰
Lol, I'm working on them now mate lol. Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
Seems to be working amazingly well. Great job. Looking forward to the plans being available. I'll certainly be giving it a go 👍
Hi Danny, and thanks mate. I will get the plans done as soon as I can mate and let you all know. Thanks, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
Hi Terry, it’s great to see you mate, you have taken that up flow filter to the next level, well done. I think they should call it the Wrighty auto clean model. Cheers mate regards Mark
Hi Mark and thanks mate. Thank you for your support. That's not a bad name for it mate. I'll have to get a sticker done for it lol. You take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Wooow
That was simply amazing to watch
I want one 🙋♂️
You should be so proud of your genius mate
Amazing job 🏆
Hi mate, and thank you for your kind comments. I am really pleased with the way it's working at the moment, but summer will be the real test, when I have all my plants back in the pond. Thanks, Terry.
@@Wrighty
Hi Terry
You’re pleased and we all are pleased too
Hit the tempest for a 6 hahaha
I’m also looking to add plants into my koi pond just for that extra little help 👍
Hi mate, and thank you. I must say I do like to see plants in a pond. Thanks for your kind comments mate and take care, Terry.
@@Wrighty
They do look nice and help that little bit extra with the water parameters
Got a young system still maturing so need the help
Take care mate
Hi mate, Just to let you know I have now released the build plans for the Mk2 up-flow fines filter on my website if your interested mate, diypondfilters.com
Terry.
Fantastic filter wish I was fit enough to build one myself..keep up the good work...
Hi Steve, and thank you. sorry to hear your not well mate. Hope things get better soon for you. Take care, Terry.
That is so cool.. That tube looks brand new.. Man am I in the stone ages
Hi Chris, and thanks mate. the tube is new. I'm having the same problem as you and not getting notifications from TH-cam. Thanks and take care mate, Terry.
Love it, Love it, Love it. You are amazing Terry
Hi Lau, and thank you, it's always very much appreciated as you know. I am please with the way is running. Take care, Terry.
Grand job terry working a treat. Your water is going to be gin clear 👍
Thanks Ray, I am pleased with it. The fines it's taking out are incredible. It should make a big difference fingers crossed. Take care mate, Terry.
Hello Terry I just watch your new update video, am very impressed with your smart work on your tube filter, from Ricardo in Southampton can't wait to make my own thanks to you .👍👍👍
Hi Ricardo, I will be releasing plans soon of how to build one if you need them. They'll be on my website in a few days. Thanks mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know I have now released the build plans for the Mk2 up-flow fines filter on my website if your interested mate, diypondfilters.com
Terry.
@@Wrighty ok thank you I will have a look right now .
That should polish the water more than enough, absolutely spot on mate, well done.
Thanks mate, I am pleased with the way it's working I must say. It should perform even better in the summer. Thanks again mate and take care, Terry.
Great video once again. I’m impressed. That’s all what I can say 👍🍾
Thanks mate and really appreciated. I am pleased with the way it's working. Thanks, Terry.
Terry, you are just brilliant - bob on!!
Thanks Alex, you know it's always appreciated mate. Take care and stay safe, Terry.
That filter is brilliant the timer and how it works is better than the big company’s what flow are you putting through it always enjoy watching what you’re doing next keep up the good work thanks Kev & Jue
Hi Kev & Julie, thank you for your kind comments, it's very much appreciated. I have a 6500 lph pump on it at the moment. I'm not sure just what flow it will take. I don't think you want to push water through it too fast, or I don't think the fines would settle as well. Thanks again and take care, Terry.
Well done Terry, looking good. Another great modification. I bet you'll put an auto clean on that soon 😆
Hi Steve, thanks mate. I love to keep tinkering lol. I can't believe the state the other sheds in lol. Take care mate, Terry.
Love it - Top drawer as always Tel
Thanks Ray, you know it's always appreciated mate, take care, Terry.
Looks the business that Terry! cracking job 👍
Thanks Mathew, it's always appreciated mate, take care, Terry.
well Terry how fantastic is this..well done mate ..get down that patent office asap
Hi Chris, and thanks mate. the problem is to get a patent now must be £12,000.00. it was 8000 years ago when I checked on another idea I had. Thanks again mate and you take care, Terry.
Sod the plans Wrighty, get it patented, absolutely awesome mate well done
Thanks Alan, it's really appreciated mate. I'm too old to go through all that mate. I'm more for the quiet life. you take care mate, Terry.
Ideal that mate love it mate
Hi Kyle, Thanks mate. very much appreciated, Take care, Terry.
@@Wrighty no probs i wish i had the knowledge and time to make 1 take care stay safe pal
Hi mate, Just to let you know I have now released the build plans for the Mk2 up-flow fines filter on my website if your interested mate, diypondfilters.com
Terry.
Thanks for letting me know how much would you charge to make me 1
New to your channel but loving the content and that filter you have built very impressive really is going to give evolution Aqua tempest a run for its money The cleaning cycle on yours is so much more aggressive great work Terry
Hi Carl, thank you and welcome to my channel. Thank you for your kind comments, its very much appreciated. I must say, I am pleased with the way this fines filter is running. I will be releasing building instructions with a parts list and where to get them on my website diypondfilters.com within the next few days so people are able to build there own. You will find, if you check my previous videos, All the filters in my filter house, I have made myself, including the RDF. Thanks for joining us mate, you will find the people on my channel are a really nice bunch of guys. Take care and I hope you enjoy the channel. Terry.
Amazing that Terry. Very well done, works an absolute dream!
P.S
I often go to shed for a tinker too... 😅
Stay safe 👍🏼
Hi Alex, and thanks mate. You can't beat a bit of tinkering lol. Take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
Amazing Terry, filter working better than some of the named ones (you know who I mean Lol 😂) It’s a fantastic job and you should be proud of yourself. Thanks for sharing 👍👍
Thanks mate, I have to say, I am really pleased with the way it's running. Take care mate and stay safe, Terry.
This is awesome Terry thanks for sharing great stuff!
Your very welcome mate, take care, Terry.
Great filter love it . Maybe only use the air flush on second clean . . Only a thought
Hi Steve, thanks mate. Not using air on the first flush would leave a lot of dirt in the media. It does need a good turning over to loosen it up mate. Thanks for the thought, Terry.
I like the automation much like the RDF. I think this is absolutely perfect after your RDF for water clarity. It’s also very cool to watch.
Thanks mate, The really good thing is you don't use too much water on a cleaning cycle. Thanks again mate, and roll on spring, Take care, Terry.
brilliant
Thanks Andrew, very much appreciated, Terry.
Hello wrightly great upload buddy top bloke
Ps think you need to tidy up 😂😂
Hope all is well my friend 👌👍👍
Hi mate, and thank you. All tidy again now, until the next time lol. Take care mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty 😂😂😂😂 till next time 😂 e joy your uploads Terry so keep them Coming my friend 👍
Thanks mate, take care, Terry.
Doing a great job.👍🏼
Thanks Garry, very much appreciated mate, Take care, Terry.
really impressed with this.The extra air makes a huge difference over the Tempest model
Hi Steve, that's right mate. I think I've got the cleaning about right now. thanks and take care mate, Terry.
Love the auto clean. Filter reminds me of a bead filter but with a different media.
Thanks mate, It is the same principle but in a more confined space and you don't have the larger dirt particles in there. Take care, Terry.
i said i would be watching with intrest mate you have it spot on top job and your workshop looks like mine
Hi mate, many thanks. It's good to hear I'm not the only one that makes a mess every time he does something lol. Take care mate, Terry.
Working a treat👍absolute quality
Thank you, I must admit I am very pleased with the way it's working. Take care mate, Terry.
Terry, you should work for EA in there R and D department, that’s superb, you’ll be running out of room in your filter house for any more inventions, very well done mate. 👌
Hi Anthony and thanks mate. I don't think EA can afford me lol. That's right mate, I think I'll end up swapping my sheds over lol. Thanks again mate, Terry.
Brilliant work mate
Thanks Sam, very much appreciated mate, Take care, Terry.
Great job Terry.
Thanks Marek, really appreciated mate, Take care, Terry.
@@Wrighty Terry do you think using 2" pipework you could up the flow?, I think 1.5" pipework is too "forced" where as 2" pipework would be more relaxed?
I have 2" from the pump into the chamber. I've not tried a bigger flow through it so I'm really not to sure how well it would work mate. It might be fine. it's taking 6500 lph easy enough. Terry.
Excellent stuff Terry 👍
You'll have EA knocking on your door soon for the plans 😂
Thanks mate, I'll make sure their in Chinese lol. Thanks and take care mate, Terry.
Perfect job matey 👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks Andrew, it's always appreciated mate, Take care, Terry.
Great vid love the filter excellent mate
Hi mate, and thank you. I must admit, I am pleased with the way it's working, take care mate, Terry.
Superb Terry. Was thinking of buying the tempest to run along side my easy pod in my grow on in shed cos I’m feeding quite heavy and it’s a bit too much for the pod getting a lot of fines through. I think I will hold fire for your plans as your design looks for better. Top job 🤙
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Thanks Gary, much appreciated mate. With this build being slightly bigger, it might suit you better mate. And it's cheaper. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
Ok Terry will go and have look later on thanks 👍
Wow just wow Wrighty .filter is working a treat mate unbelievable fines removed . When’s the release date coming ? Or detailed video of costs. let’s all make 1 of wrighty up filter .fantastic video as always 👍👍
Hi mate, and thank you. I will get the build plans drawn up and out as soon as I can mate. Just really busy at the moment. Take care and thank again, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
Brilliant work mate its better than the one that's been released by a well known company. Watch this space I bet they bring out a version using your auto clean idea.
Hi Phil, thanks mate, it's always appreciated. I'll sell them the copyrights for a few mill lol. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
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Hi Matt, thanks mate, much appreciated, take care mate, Terry.
Well I’ve taken the plunge and copying you...so it will be your fault if it doesn’t work🤣🤣 keep up the videos I totally enjoy everyone...thanks Chris
Hi Chris, If it works as well as mine is, I've got no worries lol. If it helps, I've just released the building plans for it on my website if your interested mate. Thanks mate, you take care, Terry.
Thanks Terry I’ll take a gander .. C
Perfection Terry.
Thanks Shaun, it's always appreciated mate, Terry.
Hi Terry that’s much better M8 think you need to set your self up with a Mail Order on this one my friend 😆
Hi mate, Quite a few have said that, but to be honest I'm getting too old now to start anything like that. 15 years ago, I'd have done it no problem. I'm just looking for a quiet life with no stress mate lol. I'm really loving what I'm doing. Thanks and you take care, Terry.
very good well done to you
Thank you for your kind comments, Take care, Terry.
Think you have nailed it.
Hi Dan, and thank you mate. Much appreciated, Terry.
Congratulations, you must have EA very worried!
Hi Nigel, thanks mate, They can afford it lol. They shouldn't charge so much for a plastic tube and a couple of end caps lol. Take care mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty so true, yours makes theirs look it was knocked up in some blokes shed!! Take care mate
Far better than original Tempest, more agitation to the media as well which I think is needed, this abs cracking Terry, well done, when do you go into production 👍🏻
Hi Dave, thanks mate, its very much appreciated mate. I will be releasing plans on my website so people can build their own. Their quite easy to build. I'm too old to go into production lol. you take care mate and stay safe, Terry.
@@Wrighty a top video, and like I’ve already said much better than the original Tempest in my opinion in anycase, thank you Terry
Thanks mate, I must admit the Tempest does have a cleaning problem from what I've seen. take care mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty I can only agree with you there mate, when I first watched the video via Nishikigoi site I was not impressed with the amount of muck it left behind in the tube and felt it needed a lot more agitation as your own model does, personally speaking I believe you’ve done a great job and improved the Tempest where it needed improving, good luck mate, take care, keep the videos coming ..👍🏻
Thanks mate, take care, Terry.
Hi Terry how are you mate its been ages. Ive binge watched all the videos and the ponds looking great. Im loving the mk2 fines mate how did u make it, bloody brilliant job
Hi mate, I'm very well thank you. I hope all's well with you and your family. I must say I am pleased with the fines filter. I have done build plans for it if your interested. Their on my website diypondfilters.com/shop/ thanks for your kind comments mate, very much appreciated. Take care mate, Terry.
Terry you have surpassed yourself yet again. Knocks EA Tempest out of the water think Evolution shud have you designing their equipment. From a proper hobbist welldone Terry 👍👍👍👍👍
Hi Barry and thank you mate. Trouble is EA couldn't afford me lol. You take care mate, Terry.
You are a genius sir love the new up filter looks an works far better than the tempest. I would get yours copy wrighted quick I thinks soon as evolution see yours there going to replicate it an stick a huge koi tax on it 🤣🤣🤣
Thanks mate, Wish I could afford to get it copyrighted mate. They are charging a lot of money for an acrylic tube, 2 end caps and a couple of small valves. Trouble is, if your pond is around 3000 gallon, you need 2 of them. Wow! Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
@@Wrighty hi terry yes I’ve priced 1 up lm x 150mm x 3mm £65 then as you say u got rest of bits also still no were near £249.50 🤣🤣
I think Trent Plastics Ltd are sold out now. If you can't get it from there try www.simplyplastics.com/ Terry.
@@Wrighty I found it at wholesalepos it’s on eBay
Not very tecki don’t no how to add the link 🤪👍
Hi mate, I found it on eBay, and it's cheaper than SimplyPlastics. Their price is £71.52 plus delivery.
Great idea!!
Do you have the information on the timer on your website PDF ?
Hi Mark, The build plans are on my website and do contain a list of parts and where to get them including the timer diypondfilters.com/shop/ hope this helps mate, Take care, Terry.
The finefilter seems really good mate. Looking forward to seeing it in full work mode this summer. Did you use to work as an engineer or something? Your builds are fantastic, lovely to see you spend your time doing what you love.
Hi mate and thank you. I am very pleased with the way it's working. No, I don't have an engineering background as such, many many years ago I use to be a car accident repair specialist so that helps a bit. Roll on summer. take care mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty yes, seems like it takes out the very fine stuff you might not even get with fine filterfloss but without the hassle with changing every week. Great design. Sounds like you had your hands full with that line of work. Bring the summer yeah, finally went above -25c here in north - west Norway. Have a good weekend buddy.
You to mate, take care, Terry.
Very impressed with your version of the tempest. 2 questions please. How often does it need to run a cleaning cycle on your system and how much water goes to waste in 1 cycle?
Hi mate, and thank you. I've been cleaning every 4 days, but as the waters getting better it looks like I can leave it longer. Don't forget, it will have more to do in the summer. At a guess I think around 25 gallon but not 100% sure. Just a guess. Thanks, Terry.
@@Wrighty love the new design. Just thinking but if the fines were allowed to settle after being flushed would the remaining water then be able to be returned back to the pond?
Hi Julian, I haven't tried it mate, but the fines do settle in the bucket, so I would think so mate. I just count it as part of my weekly water change. Terry.
Top video again Terry.
I’ve just received my Tempest from Tim will let you know what I think in due course.
Hi Mark, Thanks mate, It will be interesting to know how you get on with it mate. I hope all goes well for you. Keep us informed. It will be interesting to get an honest non-bias opinion. Take care, Terry.
@@Wrighty it will be good because it will straight after a Nexu 220 filtration.
What a magician 🎩
They don't call me the koi's Paul Daniels for nothing lol. Thanks and take care mate, Terry.
Great fines filter mate if i had to pick one I'd be in no doubt yours wins hands down over the tempest
Thanks Stuart, it's really appreciated mate, Thank again and take care, Terry.
Hi could you tell me where ou buy the plastic from to make things im wanting to build a trickle filter but unsure where to buy the plastic
Hi mate, I use Bay Plastics Ltd www.plasticstockist.com/Polypropylene-Sheet/Beige-Grey-Polypropylene-Co-Polymer-Sheet.aspx
Great filter Terry. A couple of questions.
1. What size id the white push fit pipe you are using for air to the filter and what make is it (and the fittings)?
2. I noticed the water level at the top of the filter is above the level of the air pump. Have you got a non-return valve in there as the water could back flow up the pipe?
Thanks Terry.
Hi Peter, and thank you. I use the JG Speed fit pipe and fittings. Yes mate I do have a non-return valve fitted. Take care mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty Thanks Terry. What size do you use? 10mm, 15mm or 22mm? Where did you get your non-return valve for this?
Another company that supplies acrylic tube similar to Trent Plastics is this one
www.simplyplastics.com/catalog/acrylic-tube/clear-extruded-acrylic-tube/c-24/c-81/p-216
Hi mate, I use the 15mm. I get the 12mm non-return valves on eBay. Be very careful with Simply Plastics. they are very expensive. I paid £48.00 for 1000mm x 200mm x 3mm. from Trent plastics. I have now released my build plans for this on my website if your interested diypondfilters.com
That's absolutely brilliant Terry !!! When are the plans going on the website? My daughter said your shed is a mess, because your a MAN ! I will start making video's when my new shed turns up as I am building a new filter house, so I hope you can give me a few tips on those. Great video, stay safe and well.
Hi mate, and thank you. I've got to get the drawings done yet mate. But I'll get them done asap, I am quite busy at the moment but will do my best. I have to say, your daughter is absolutely right mate lol. Do get some videos up mate, I'd love to see them. You know where I am mate, if I can help I will. Take care and stay safe mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty Thanks Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
thanks for the video terry it would be great if you could do plans and prices for the materials brilliant
Hi Tim, and thanks mate, I will do drawings with a list of parts and put them on my website as usual. Thanks mate and take care, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
That looks amazing! Great job! When will they be available to buy? 😉👍🏻🤗
Hi D&J, thank you. I will release build plans for it and put them on my website as soon as I get time, so people can build them. Thanks again mate, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
Hi bud have bought your plans for fines filter but i am having problems finding the triggerd timer delay none of the ones coming up look like yours
Hi Dennis, Can you email me mate, pondfilters@gmail.com and I can sort you out. Terry.
Yeah need to start making and selling these terry
Hi mate, I'm Tooooo old mate lol. Just looking for the quiet life. thanks mate it's really appreciated, Take care, Terry.
Do you need a water pump with a head height as high as the chamber or as high as the inflow?
Hi Mate, The pump will need to lift as high as the chamber. I have a 6500 lph pond pump on it. Terry.
Absolute brilliant that mate. Would love to know what I need to make 1 😁
Hi Mate, thank you. I will release build plans for it and put them on my website as soon as I get time mate. Thanks again and take care, Terry.
Hi mate, Just to let you know, I have now released the new build plans for the Up-Flow Fines Filter if your still interested mate. Their in the shop on my website, diypondfilters.com/shop/
Thanks mate, Terry.
@@Wrighty that’s brilliant mate I will definitely take a look, I know you were saying that the place you got the acrylic pipe from were out of stock, I did find another place clear plastic tube.co.uk seemed pretty reasonable on price
Thanks Terry 👍🏻
Hi Terry, how will the plastic tube stand up in the freezing weather? I know I have to be careful of my RODI filter cartridges as they can crack. I'm sure your tube is a lot thicker but was just wondering. Amazing work as ever and when I have a pond again I will definitely be making one of these for my filter house 😃
Hi Simon, If it's being kept in a filter house it will be fine mate. I wouldn't advise running one of these in the winter outside, as it could freeze, but apart from that it will cool your pond water even more mate. You would have to insulate it really well and then it should be ok. Thanks again mate, take care, Terry.