Eclipse hood filter water flow question....

I wrapped my intake strainer with filter floss, but I didn't notice a huge difference. Flow control is my only complaint with the Eclipse series, but it really shouldn't be a problem for most fish. Even my slow-as-molasses betta is fine with the flow.

You have to be careful about doing things to adjust flow. Trying to severely reduce the intake might burn up the motor, but trying to reduce the output might cause water to flood over the filter and cause a mess.

Here's an idea I'm personally too afraid to try: My filter has a "bridge" where the water passes over a long sponge and then onto the biowheel. Perhaps drilling a few small holes in the "bridge" part would reduce water flow at the output (next to the biowheel). This would mean some of the water doesn't pass the biowheel however, and would void your warranty.