Equipment Review and Discussion :: 60 Gal Filter in a 10 Gal aquarium??

[sawajo]

I am trying to utilize some materials from my Dad's old aquariums to save myself some money. (Scored a free tank, two thermometers, cleaning brushes etc).

It has been years since the aquariums were up and running but I just discovered that his Tetra-Whisper PF 60 filter still works! I want to use it on my 10Gal tank but it's really oversized.

Does anyone know if there are any negative aspects to using a large filter on a small tank? I can adjust the water intake so that much less water goes through and it only actually spills over one waterfall thingy. Should I save it for when I upgrade to a bigger tank and go buy a small filter or do you think it's okay to use as long as its on a low setting? (Tortuga would be completely knocked around in a terrifying turbulent tsunami if I had it on full blast!! )

Thanks!

[marisa]

I'm not familiar with the filter you have, but if you can make it so that the current isn't really strong and your turtle won't get knocked around, I don't see why you couldn't use it. Clean it well and start looking for a bigger tank.

[iac637]

yeah just make sure the turtle is caught in the current.

[sawajo]

Thanks guys! I think I am going to use it then!