Hi again

I'm currently on fourteen feeds a day with my "Linn" feeder and the fish are loving it despite the relatively lousy weather we are having for the time of year. I've not tested it to see if it will go any higher than that but I think it probably would if required.

I'm surprised by your comments about your timers, I'm assuming that you are referring to digital timers as opposed the mechanical type that use the little pins/pegs that you press in to set the times? I use both types and have never had any problems with either, but I would imagine the mechanical ones are more reliable unless the pins/pegs wear out.

If I was to build another pond I personally wouldn't build in a skimmer again, I've blanked mine off, as I have an overflow that drops directly into a drain which I can leave open or blank off, and as I have a constant trickle feed of water it can act as skimmer as and when required. I do realise this may become a problem if the water authorities decide to cap how much water each property can use in the future, but for now it works for me.

Regards

Richard 4000 gallons. Equipment: EA Answer 325 in a 27" vortex to a Nexus 300 (with Eazy). 55w TMC UV, Aerated bottom drain. Unheated - Covered in winter. 12 Koi