Sounds like you doing everything right just give it a little time and your hair algae should sub side. Chevron Tangs and Sohal Tangs are my favorite for algae control. I also use Scarlet Reef and Zebra hermits. In my 200 I have 10 SR and 20 Zebra. Maybe you can get Ed to get you a baby chevron and keep in your 29 for a year?