None of the reels have touched photo-flo so that wasn't the problem. The 2500 series reels and tank were given to me by Jobo brand new.(posted 8161 days ago)Mic-x w/ t-max 100 gives REALLY fine grain although you lose a stop. Processing in 1:3, or whatever the recommended dilution is, is an option certainly and you gain back the stop lost processing in straight Mic-x.
I may try the dilute version last to see if that helps at all before I commit to 3 1/2 gallons of mic-x in my deep tank. I did find a local supplier (chicago) of stainless steel tanks etc.....Leedal! =)
Eric