just realized based on some of the posts by Toothless, that I dont have nearly enough filtration.
I am running an aqua clear 50 (200gph) on my 36 gal bow front. I decided to buy another one and put it on the other side of the tank, but it is 47$ at Pet-Co
Thanks to some links by Toothless I found Dr. Smith & Foster's site.
I bought the filter there for $21 (plus $8 shipping).
Thanks soo much, you guys are all sooo great. I hope I am now on my way to cleaner waters