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[Craig]

I've converted my FX5 to vinyl tubing (like the clear stuff from Bunnings), however Im having trouble sealing the connection between the hose and the orange inlet tap (the one that connects to the filter itself).

Has anyone had a similar problem? Im considering applying some silicone to it...

Cheers
Craig

[oscarwild]

hi craig just read that you use fluval fx5, i just wanted to ask you how it goes? im thinking of getting one for my 6x2x2.5
just want see how its been for other people. cheers

[tranced]

dont you need a conversion kit to do this?

[Craig]

I dont believe so... See here: http://www.innovatio...inyltubing.html

[Mr_docfish]

mmmmm Fluval......mmmmmm you wonder why I dont sell it......

use a smaller diameter hose and heat the end of it up so it gets around the fitting....

[Fox]

I've converted my FX5 to vinyl tubing (like the clear stuff from Bunnings), however Im having trouble sealing the connection between the hose and the orange inlet tap (the one that connects to the filter itself).

Has anyone had a similar problem? Im considering applying some silicone to it...

Cheers
Craig

Hey Craig,
How's things, what tanks you running now?
I tried to change mine over to normal tubing (not clear) and it worked well, but never felt it was safe, so I went to the original ones.
I always found the Bunnings stuff very weal as well, it always crimped easily.

hi craig just read that you use fluval fx5, i just wanted to ask you how it goes? im thinking of getting one for my 6x2x2.5
just want see how its been for other people. cheers

I have been running one for nearly 4 yrs, I wouldn't use anything else, they are FANTASTIC!
I also have an Ehiem and think they are crapola...Even though it does a good job on a IBC, I prefer the job my FX5 does on the other IBC

I think it comes down to a Ford Vs Holden thing, Fluval Vs Ehiem. In saying that, I think the other Fluval range is garbage and wouldn't use them, the little internals aren't bad but I prefer Eheim pick ups, they are sensational. But the best internals IMO are Otto's.
Anyways, I'll end my rant and take over of Craig's thread






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go the FX5!

[Mr_docfish]

HOLDEN....

Fluval = Ford

Edited by Mr_docfish, 14 November 2011 - 08:53 PM.

[tranced]

must be a different fluval im thinking of!

[Mr_docfish]

I have sold Fluvals since I was working in the industry - retail and wholesale.... as well as the Laguna pond pumps, made by the same mob... so when they put a laguna pond pump onto a fluval bucket, I decided that was it. I have to admit, the first batch of FX5s were duds, but since then, I have not heard much from them... but once bitten (many times) twice shy.
Eheim have had their fair share of issues too... and have been priced out of the market for the last few years (blame the importers for being too greedy), but I am on the lookout for an alternative to both.... Ill expand on that later...

Edited by Mr_docfish, 14 November 2011 - 09:29 PM.

[Fox]

HOLDEN....

Fluval = Ford

hahahhahahaha bastard!

Im a Holden fan, so Fluval MUST be like Holden.. hahaha

[Mr_docfish]

*insert evil laugh*

Edited by Mr_docfish, 15 November 2011 - 09:24 AM.

[Kleinz]

Well what about the Otto canisters? If they make such kickass internal filters, are their canisters any good?

[scottyhooton]

hahahhahahaha bastard!

Im a Holden fan, so Fluval MUST be like Holden.. hahaha

i'll pay that since both ford and ehiem rule

back on topic have you tried using hose clamps??

[Craig]

Got hose clamps on it but they aren't helping with the seal.

Ive applied some silicone today. Ill let it cure then report back with results

[werdna]

i'll pay that since both ford and ehiem rule

Especially when those fords have pink number plates and Tinkerbell stickers

[scottyhooton]

even better

[Craig]

Would this work?

Attaching the rubber connector to the cut hose, then using that rubber connector to attach to the 25mm fitting.

Perhaps some silicone to hold it in place too?

Craig

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[Fox]

Well what about the Otto canisters? If they make such kickass internal filters, are their canisters any good?

If admin want to split topic, you go gurlfriend


I personally dont like the Otto canisters, I find them cheap & nasty. BUT... each to their own. I really like Jebo 815 & 819 canisters, they are fantastic cheapies.. But Im sure others would find them rubbish.


Sorry Craig for hijacking thread

[Mr_docfish]

Silicone will not hold under the pressure (wont stick to the plastic and rubber properly) best to use a flexible adhesive that is very tacky (Aquotix have something - bring your hoses in and they can glue it for you... saves buying a whole tube)

[Craig]

Silicone will not hold under the pressure (wont stick to the plastic and rubber properly) best to use a flexible adhesive that is very tacky (Aquotix have something - bring your hoses in and they can glue it for you... saves buying a whole tube)

Thanks Oliver. Ill try and make my way down tomorrow