Thank you. I just picked up and FX6 at Petsmart for $270. They had all Fluval filters on sale. Can’t wait to not have to clean my turtle’s tank every month!
If you're like me and want the most "hands off" turtle enviorment care then this filter is for you. When you pay cheap for a filter, you are going to do more work. This filter I only have to clean every 3 to 6 months.
Hi I have a red eared slider for the past 18 years now and the FX6 has been out go to. I'm recently upgrading her to a 150 gallon tank with more tank mates since she doesn't eat fish weird, I know. I also added an additional 2 FX 6 so 3 total. What media would you suggest for all 3 to keep the water clear and clean for her and the fish. Which included tiger barbs,clown loach a pleco 2 fire mouth Cichlids and a few large gold fish.
@@slouisp I have had great experience with BIOHOME brand bio media. They have all different types that work really great. I personally only fill the middle tray with BIOHOME and has been keeping my cycle wonderfully. I know of other keepers who use more but I feel it cuts down on my output flow, but thats me.
@PyreFox thank ill definitely look into that. I was thinking also running fluval ammonia removing, Nitrate removing and polishing pads in them all as well. What do you think?
I have just ordered one... have two elderly RES in a large 2'x4.75'x18' tank, separated (females) and have been slogging along with 2 old RENA filstarts... so made the big expenditure. Also love that the piping is black, not clear, so "algae proof". Can't wait for the delivery. also getting a filter with the anti algae uv light. thank you! Learned so much in this video... have had RES for 25 years...
Your videos are fantastic! I've been using a Fluval 407 for a 75 gallon tank and my Red Eared Slider, but I'm now aggressively seeking an FX6 for my girl. Thank you so much and please keep up the great work keeping the rest of us up-to-date!
I was always worried about noise levels of the fx range and so steered away from spending so much on a mistake. But picked up second hand ,practically new fx6 and fx4 for £140, roughly 160 Dollars for both filters .Need not have worried ,just an inaudible hum when up close and near silence when cabinet doors are closed,excellent filters .They are both on a 125 heavily stocked south American tank ,and my water is crystal clear again 15min after feeding ,and very low constant water parameters. So for im over the moon with them.i have used several filters over the past 25 years ,and i have to say the two i bought certainly live up to the HYPE. Thanks for posting your video's and great content. All the best. Cheers .new subscriber.
I knew the fx6 was a good filter period, but it’s awesome to see a video for it with turtles. I just installed one on my 125gal with two pink bellied side necks. I have the fx4 on my 75gal with 4 red eared sliders and 1 eastern painted. All yearlings so they do have enough room for now. But that tank stays perfectly clear
Yes, all turtle owners should get this filter if they can. Game changer in keeping the tank clean. Thanks for the comment, you have a little turtle community! Love it!
This is the best filter ever for my 2 Red Eared Sliders. I've had mine about a year, and it works wonders at keeping my tank clean. It's well worth the money, and you really got a great deal on yours.
I watched one of your videos that I now can't find but it was when you had to move Moses out. You opened the door to your stand and showed your filter. I noticed beside the filter was an electrical outlet strip. I felt concerned that if should your filter leak at any point the water would hit that strip. Just because I didn't want to see anyone hurt, including the turtles I'm pointing this out to you so no harm comes to anyone. The electrical cords should have a loop so water will drip off at the loop point and not travel to the outlets. A great way to achieve this is to buy the 50 lb weight Velcro strips with adhesive back and attach it to the SIDE of your stand. This way when you plug in your cords, the loop falls below the strip and will drip on the floor or rug instead of in the outlets. Cuz I care. Great videos!!
Hey thanks for the channel support and concern! There are times when I could certainly practice better wire management. I hear you though. I'll check it out, thanks!
Thank you so much that will be the next filter I get but I'm just getting the hang of the one I have now penn-plax 1500. I rescued my turtle back in February in this is all so new it's a lot of work but she's worth it.
I recently adopted 2 sliders and the previous owner didn’t take good care of the turtles.. I’ve put them in a 75 gal tank and going to adopt alot of the setup you use. Winter is coming very fast and I need help finding a good heater for my new friends, any advice?
Hey! That’s awesome! Checkout the heater I use in my tank, I provide the link in the video description. You want something that is high enough wattage but turtle tough. Thanks for the comment!
Thank you, keep up the awesome content! It’s very helpful 👍🏻 you got my sub. Im currently trying to hustle a PetSmart employee to letting me use all 3 coupons for the fx6😁 Have an awesome day! Turtle 🐢 Power!
Great advice at the end of the video. I was having pressurizing issues on my DIY canister that I built 1 year ago for by 125 gal tank. The FX6 is the same physical size but wont fail as easy with power failure as my DIY did.
You shoukd do a video showing how to clean the FX 6. When it come to turtles is there beneficial bacteria? Or, should the filter just be throughly cleaned ?
Good idea! I clean my filter with water from my hose (no chemical cleaners or hot water). This will kill off some beneficial bacteria but it will grow back. Beneficial bacteria should only need a rinse. Sponges need a hard rinsing or replacement.
would u happen to know if a o ring goes in the bottom grove inside the canister toward the bottom. trying to see if you would know fluval couldn't help me. and the lid does have its o ring on. ? shooting my shot here. lol
Use a eheim prefilter. Stick oase orange biomaster foams in it. Then wrap coarse black foam around it to hide it and catch any bigger dirt. This way you can keep inside of fx6 clean for longer and just pop off prefilter and clean out once a week
I have a 75 filled full with a top for the turtle. I run a 407 and it works fine for a 75 with a turtle. I have a fx4 still in the box because I won’t need it.
If that works for you awesome! The FX6 is my guaranteed filter for turtles. I’ve found everyone’s setup is different and it can be a guessing game on what size and type filter is appropriate, but not with the FX6. Thanks for the comment!
Hi I have a red eared slider for the past 18 years now and the FX6 has been out go to. I'm recently upgrading her to a 150 gallon tank with more tank mates since she doesn't eat fish weird, I know. I also added an additional 2 FX 6 so 3 total. What media would you suggest for all 3 to keep the water clear and clean for her and the fish. Which included tiger barbs,clown loach a pleco 2 fire mouth Cichlids and a few large gold fish.
Hi need help for my turtle tank I used to have a fluval 206 filter but after 4 day the water start smiling and and the filter are completely fill of gum. After this I buy a new filter a fluval fx4 but the problem is the same after a couple of days the water is smiling and all dirty. Any help on this what are a doing wrong here
Hello, is this a brand new tank? It can take time for your bio media to grow, at least 2 weeks. Do a partial water change almost everyday for two weeks and see if that helps to keep the water clean and then see if your filter can keep up. Good luck!
Hello Mr. Llyt, I have 3 big red eared sliders. I was wondering if I have to keep my canister filter on all the time or only till the water is visibly clean. Hope you could guide a little!
great review, I really want one of these for my tank but not sure if it will fit in my stand, if you don't mind could you let me know what the narrowest width of the filter is, I've searched everywhere but for some reason the only measurement I can find is across the filter with the pump sticking out and not across the narrowest point of the filter which seems to be the width of the lid, thanks and again great review.
Your filter should be capable of removing all ammonia immediately from your tank. A cycled tank (and filter) will do this for you as long as it is sized correctly. The FX6 will definitely get the job done for at least up to 125 gallon tank.
I notice that you have the out take nozzle quite high. I just installed mine with it close to the bottom thinking that will get all of the particles at the bottom of the tank. With it as high as you have it does it get all of the stuff at the bottom? Also, how does your turtle not eat the fish?
Hello! It is typical to have the output nozzle at the top. The water is dispersed out and around the tank with the goal of eliminating areas of stagnant water. Which is why it is typical to have the intake on one side and the output on the other or as close as you can to this. For turtles they typically kick around stuff enough to keep the bottom clean but you will always have to clean up eventually as waste will build up. Hope that helps!
@@LongLiveYourTurtle thanks very much! I’ve had these two RES for 18 years since they were hatchlings. Filtration has been more challenging as they have grown!
I am having issues with my canister being loud and blowing small bubbles occasionally. Just set it up. I do have the water down a few inches, in order to have room for the turtles to exit the water. Fluval says that water must be filled to the top, there must be air being sucked through the rubber to hose connector on the top of the intake or outtake. Any ideas? Without changing my water level.
I get the loudness once in a while if I filled the canister up incorrectly before starting it up. I believe its because it is not priming fully and purging all of the air. Try filling up the canister a little less before starting it up. Or a little more? My take a few tries. Good luck!
Does the fx6 have to be stored under the tank for gravity feed reasons? I just got one (thanks to your idea). Btw, on the phone they said I wouldn’t be able to use multiple coupons but I wanted it enough that I decided I would just do it anyway. When I got there I asked again and the cashier let me use a 25% and a 20% so I got it for $220 about. Thanks for the tip! I’m thinking of having it set right next to the tank. I know that’s not typical. Any problems with that?
I use the FX6 sponges (white sponges on the perimeters and coarse black sponge in the top tray. The rest is bio media. I usually rinse out the sponges once every month and dont really need to replace them for a couple of years.
Hi there, appreciate your work and videos, thank you. Like a champ I’m halfway through building new under tank cabinet, the can’t-readily-modify halfway. Then i thought i should really double check fx6 dimensions, planning to buy (costly in NZ, but hey). Could you please measure really accurately a width by length ? I have 15.669 inches by 17.559 inches. That’s 398mm by 446 mm. I’m good for height, for width the specs on website say 400mm by 400mm so I’m hoping i can squeeze. Please help if you have time, cheers, chris
I'm setting up a 100 gallon tank for 1 Red Ear Slider, and I don't plan on getting any more turtles in the future. Would the FX6 be overkill and maybe FX4 more suitable?
@@LongLiveYourTurtle Thank you, I'm sold! I don't think I'll be as lucky as you in being able to combine 3 discounts on the PetSmart app game, so I went ahead and scored one on eBay for $303 brand new and free shipping, since there was only one at that price. Even though that's a lot of money, I feel like I'm getting a good deal because Amazon is $360 now and our local PetSmart is $400. I'm looking forward to it because I don't want to spend much time cleaning so that I can use my time for fun things like building a jungle habitat like yours!
I have always had the filter a little lower than the tank, but it still worked great. Not sure if it was even. They work best under a tank of course but I think the Fluval FX6 is strong enough to overcome being close to even with it. Although I have had some leaks at the valve connection that you have to fiddle with. Overall recommendation is to get the tank as high as you can.
Using a effects for on my 40 gallon filter with three baby turtles and my water looks so disgusting I don’t know if it’s working or if it’s not my water is yellow and it’s blurry and when I looked down on the floor I don’t have to say anything else but I feel like it’s not really doing anything either
Kinda wish the input and output valve were a different design. difficult to pop them off when the Fx6 is under the tank. Instead of having to push in the button and pull/push it up, shouldve just been a lever of some kind. something easier to handle.
Yeah I agree they can be a little tough to get off. Some other filter have that lever feature which is nice, but I do really like the individual valves.
hello I'm currently building a 55 gallon tank for 1 red eared slider. Would this be ok for that or should I get a smaller filter. What do you recommend?
Right now one tank has gold fish and convict cichlids. Another has buenos aires tetras, pearl danios and convict cichlids. All great turtle tank companions if they learn to steer clear of the turtle. Check out this video: ua-cam.com/video/khi4Qy8_GaE/v-deo.html
The Fluval FX6 changed my life. I lost hope during the dark times, the horrid 06 series! Our FX6 filters has no issues keeping our outdoor stock tank crystal clear. I love the variety of biomedia, sponges, and carbon bags you can place in for a custom project.
Yes, this filter is a game changer for turtle keepers have a hard time keeping their water clean. Wouldn't recommend anything else! Thanks for the comment!
That’s a heavy bio load so I’d suggest 2! Also I’d try elevating your tub as the filters are designed to work more efficiently below tanks. They will still work next to it though. Good luck!
This Polar Aurora seems to have more space for the media FX is wasting so much space for all those useless trays in the middle Why not just cut all those trays in the middle and make one big space for the huge bag of bio It would fit 16 lb of Matrix That’s what I did
How to get discount: Abuse the system, use discounts that no longer exist (which can't be legally combined), & trick an employee to break the rules for you. Glad I waited 23 mins for that 😓
Hmm, I've got a 150 gallon for my mississippi map turtle. She's about 1.5 inches. 75 gallons for an adult Red Eared Slider seems extremely small in my opinion. Hopefully you're planning to upgrade very soon.
I hear you. However, the majority of turtle owner complaints I have seen are about “dirty” water and this filter takes out all of the filter type and size guessing and can save tons of maintenance time. I’m a very strong proponent of bigger is better when it comes to turtles and that includes the filter. Thanks for the comment!
@@LongLiveYourTurtle one of the things we have always done is have bamboo in our turtle tanks which helps with water purification too…..and cuts way down on filtration needs and maintenance time🎋🎋👍👍
These filters are junk. The design is great and all, but you WILL have to replace the motor many times, and at 160$ a pop you will quickly wish you had spent the extra time and money at the original setup and gone with a sump.
Thank you. I just picked up and FX6 at Petsmart for $270. They had all Fluval filters on sale.
Can’t wait to not have to clean my turtle’s tank every month!
If you're like me and want the most "hands off" turtle enviorment care then this filter is for you. When you pay cheap for a filter, you are going to do more work. This filter I only have to clean every 3 to 6 months.
Yes! It is a fantastic filter, especially for turtle tanks.
I bought this filter on clearance for my 75gal tank. Best investment for my turtle.
Hi I have a red eared slider for the past 18 years now and the FX6 has been out go to. I'm recently upgrading her to a 150 gallon tank with more tank mates since she doesn't eat fish weird, I know. I also added an additional 2 FX 6 so 3 total. What media would you suggest for all 3 to keep the water clear and clean for her and the fish. Which included tiger barbs,clown loach a pleco 2 fire mouth Cichlids and a few large gold fish.
@@slouisp I have had great experience with BIOHOME brand bio media. They have all different types that work really great.
I personally only fill the middle tray with BIOHOME and has been keeping my cycle wonderfully. I know of other keepers who use more but I feel it cuts down on my output flow, but thats me.
@PyreFox thank ill definitely look into that. I was thinking also running fluval ammonia removing, Nitrate removing and polishing pads in them all as well. What do you think?
I have just ordered one... have two elderly RES in a large 2'x4.75'x18' tank, separated (females) and have been slogging along with 2 old RENA filstarts... so made the big expenditure. Also love that the piping is black, not clear, so "algae proof". Can't wait for the delivery. also getting a filter with the anti algae uv light.
thank you! Learned so much in this video... have had RES for 25 years...
Your videos are fantastic! I've been using a Fluval 407 for a 75 gallon tank and my Red Eared Slider, but I'm now aggressively seeking an FX6 for my girl. Thank you so much and please keep up the great work keeping the rest of us up-to-date!
Glad to help! Thanks for the comment and good luck with the FX6!
Just got the FX6 today! Petsmart had it for $185, a Black Friday deal.
Great snag. Congrats!
I was always worried about noise levels of the fx range and so steered away from spending so much on a mistake. But picked up second hand ,practically new fx6 and fx4 for £140, roughly 160 Dollars for both filters .Need not have worried ,just an inaudible hum when up close and near silence when cabinet doors are closed,excellent filters .They are both on a 125 heavily stocked south American tank ,and my water is crystal clear again 15min after feeding ,and very low constant water parameters. So for im over the moon with them.i have used several filters over the past 25 years ,and i have to say the two i bought certainly live up to the HYPE. Thanks for posting your video's and great content. All the best. Cheers .new subscriber.
Thank you! Glad the filters worked out for you and great steal!
I knew the fx6 was a good filter period, but it’s awesome to see a video for it with turtles. I just installed one on my 125gal with two pink bellied side necks. I have the fx4 on my 75gal with 4 red eared sliders and 1 eastern painted. All yearlings so they do have enough room for now. But that tank stays perfectly clear
Yes, all turtle owners should get this filter if they can. Game changer in keeping the tank clean. Thanks for the comment, you have a little turtle community! Love it!
@@LongLiveYourTurtle What about the new Cascade Max Flow?
Just wondering How well does that fx4 do on your 75 gal?? I have the same tank size is it a good enough filter for that size??
This is the best filter ever for my 2 Red Eared Sliders. I've had mine about a year, and it works wonders at keeping my tank clean. It's well worth the money, and you really got a great deal on yours.
Yes, this filter is awesome for turtles! Thanks for the comment :)
How frequently did you have to change the water in that year? And how do you clean the filter itself?
I watched one of your videos that I now can't find but it was when you had to move Moses out. You opened the door to your stand and showed your filter. I noticed beside the filter was an electrical outlet strip. I felt concerned that if should your filter leak at any point the water would hit that strip.
Just because I didn't want to see anyone hurt, including the turtles I'm pointing this out to you so no harm comes to anyone. The electrical cords should have a loop so water will drip off at the loop point and not travel to the outlets.
A great way to achieve this is to buy the 50 lb weight Velcro strips with adhesive back and attach it to the SIDE of your stand. This way when you plug in your cords, the loop falls below the strip and will drip on the floor or rug instead of in the outlets.
Cuz I care.
Great videos!!
Hey thanks for the channel support and concern! There are times when I could certainly practice better wire management. I hear you though. I'll check it out, thanks!
I went with the 4 because the 6 was just too tall for underneath my tank. I'm ashamed it's taken me this long to buy a canister filter. Thanks LLYT!
Used your advice. I got a cool manager that allowed me to use 3 coupons for 60% off. Sale price was $350 so I ended up only paying $100
Fantastic to hear!
Used your advice. Played the game and got the discount but they only approved 1. Got the Fx4 for $180 as opposed to $250-$300. Thanks 🙏🏾
Awesome! The game is a great little tool to get an amazing coupon!
Hey! What game is this?
Thanks for the tip on the coupon game! I saved $125 on a FX4.
Thank you for the walkthrough just got the fx4 and was worried tube would go in if I didnt fill water all the way in tank
I just got mine for $170! My Petsmart is only going to carry its brand now so the fx6 was $199 plus I used a 25% coupon!
Thank you so much that will be the next filter I get but I'm just getting the hang of the one I have now penn-plax 1500. I rescued my turtle back in February in this is all so new it's a lot of work but she's worth it.
Just curious, where did you get that basking topper at?
Lol he beat the system didn’t he thanks for sharing man
I recently adopted 2 sliders and the previous owner didn’t take good care of the turtles.. I’ve put them in a 75 gal tank and going to adopt alot of the setup you use. Winter is coming very fast and I need help finding a good heater for my new friends, any advice?
Hey! That’s awesome! Checkout the heater I use in my tank, I provide the link in the video description. You want something that is high enough wattage but turtle tough. Thanks for the comment!
Thank you, keep up the awesome content! It’s very helpful 👍🏻 you got my sub. Im currently trying to hustle a PetSmart employee to letting me use all 3 coupons for the fx6😁 Have an awesome day! Turtle 🐢 Power!
Great advice at the end of the video. I was having pressurizing issues on my DIY canister that I built 1 year ago for by 125 gal tank. The FX6 is the same physical size but wont fail as easy with power failure as my DIY did.
Thanks! DIY canisters can be a tough, but with discounts you can get this filter cheap and skip the DIY, that is unless you love DIY lol!
I love ur passion!
Thanks! :)
I have 1, 9 yr old red eared slider in a 75 gallon tank. Can you recommend the best model Fluval? FX 4 vs FX6 or FX7?
Would a Fluval FX4 be enough for a 55 gallon tank?
Thanks for the mobile coupon tip! The game is addictive as hell, and a great way to save money!
Yeah it’s awesome!
omg its amazing yes
You shoukd do a video showing how to clean the FX 6. When it come to turtles is there beneficial bacteria? Or, should the filter just be throughly cleaned ?
Good idea! I clean my filter with water from my hose (no chemical cleaners or hot water). This will kill off some beneficial bacteria but it will grow back. Beneficial bacteria should only need a rinse. Sponges need a hard rinsing or replacement.
would u happen to know if a o ring goes in the bottom grove inside the canister toward the bottom. trying to see if you would know fluval couldn't help me. and the lid does have its o ring on. ? shooting my shot here. lol
Use a eheim prefilter. Stick oase orange biomaster foams in it. Then wrap coarse black foam around it to hide it and catch any bigger dirt. This way you can keep inside of fx6 clean for longer and just pop off prefilter and clean out once a week
Not a bad idea, does it fit on a Fluval FX6 intake tube? Thanks!
I just purchased one FX6 for my 125 gallon tank with 2 red eared sliders. Should this one FX6 be enough to keep the tank clean?
Where you got that casket from ?
Good video with a lot of useful info
I have a 75 filled full with a top for the turtle. I run a 407 and it works fine for a 75 with a turtle. I have a fx4 still in the box because I won’t need it.
If that works for you awesome! The FX6 is my guaranteed filter for turtles. I’ve found everyone’s setup is different and it can be a guessing game on what size and type filter is appropriate, but not with the FX6. Thanks for the comment!
For a 75 gallon tank will the fx4 work just as good? Since it is cheaper in price?
Should work just fine for one turtle and some fish!
@@LongLiveYourTurtle ok thank how many turtles on average should you have in a 75 gallon?
Hi I have a red eared slider for the past 18 years now and the FX6 has been out go to. I'm recently upgrading her to a 150 gallon tank with more tank mates since she doesn't eat fish weird, I know. I also added an additional 2 FX 6 so 3 total. What media would you suggest for all 3 to keep the water clear and clean for her and the fish. Which included tiger barbs,clown loach a pleco 2 fire mouth Cichlids and a few large gold fish.
In your 100 gallon pond, how long do you have to open the canister to clean it?
About every 2-3 months once the pond cycle stabilized.
@@LongLiveYourTurtle thank very much
Hello thanks for the nice vedio . Can I use a silicon hose instead of the orginal hose ? And what is the size of the hose . Thanks
Hi! Yes you can, just make sure you use clamps to hold the hosing on the filter fittings. I believe it was 1", don't quote me on it though. Thanks!
@@LongLiveYourTurtle thanks a lot
What size Sintered Pearl-Shaped Glass media do you suggest for the FX-6?
This is what I used - amzn.to/44Zl5zW
Hi need help for my turtle tank
I used to have a fluval 206 filter but after 4 day the water start smiling and and the filter are completely fill of gum. After this I buy a new filter a fluval fx4 but the problem is the same after a couple of days the water is smiling and all dirty.
Any help on this what are a doing wrong here
Hello, is this a brand new tank? It can take time for your bio media to grow, at least 2 weeks. Do a partial water change almost everyday for two weeks and see if that helps to keep the water clean and then see if your filter can keep up. Good luck!
Hello Mr. Llyt,
I have 3 big red eared sliders.
I was wondering if I have to keep my canister filter on all the time or only till the water is visibly clean.
Hope you could guide a little!
Hey! Leave it on all the time! It will only function properly when it is churning through that poo water feeding the beneficial bacteria all the time!
How much water do you have to have in your tank like for a 75 gallon tank? Thank you
I fill it all the way to the top, so 75 gallons, thanks to the above tank basking area!
great review, I really want one of these for my tank but not sure if it will fit in my stand, if you don't mind could you let me know what the narrowest width of the filter is, I've searched everywhere but for some reason the only measurement I can find is across the filter with the pump sticking out and not across the narrowest point of the filter which seems to be the width of the lid, thanks and again great review.
Hey thanks! It’s about 14 inches in diameter, I measure the top. I hope that helps!
Would the fluval fx4 work good for a 100 gallon turtle tank?
I would suggest an FX6 for a turtle in a tank that large.
Would you recommend this for 4 red eared sliders in a stock tank? (100-170 gals max)
I would recommend at least a 300 gallon stock tank for 4 turtles in the same space.
Hi! Do I need to use ammonia remover ?
Your filter should be capable of removing all ammonia immediately from your tank. A cycled tank (and filter) will do this for you as long as it is sized correctly. The FX6 will definitely get the job done for at least up to 125 gallon tank.
You are amazing thanks!
Happy to help!
Aboutta try this at 3 different stores tomorrow😭. I’ll update how it goes💪🏽
Good luck! 👍
Just wait until you try an automatic filter roll
I notice that you have the out take nozzle quite high. I just installed mine with it close to the bottom thinking that will get all of the particles at the bottom of the tank. With it as high as you have it does it get all of the stuff at the bottom? Also, how does your turtle not eat the fish?
Hello! It is typical to have the output nozzle at the top. The water is dispersed out and around the tank with the goal of eliminating areas of stagnant water. Which is why it is typical to have the intake on one side and the output on the other or as close as you can to this. For turtles they typically kick around stuff enough to keep the bottom clean but you will always have to clean up eventually as waste will build up. Hope that helps!
@@LongLiveYourTurtle thanks very much! I’ve had these two RES for 18 years since they were hatchlings. Filtration has been more challenging as they have grown!
What are you think about the F4 though because I just bought that one
I am having issues with my canister being loud and blowing small bubbles occasionally. Just set it up.
I do have the water down a few inches, in order to have room for the turtles to exit the water. Fluval says that water must be filled to the top, there must be air being sucked through the rubber to hose connector on the top of the intake or outtake. Any ideas? Without changing my water level.
I get the loudness once in a while if I filled the canister up incorrectly before starting it up. I believe its because it is not priming fully and purging all of the air. Try filling up the canister a little less before starting it up. Or a little more? My take a few tries. Good luck!
I tried today but the coupons don’t let you use all 3 anymore😞 still got the fx6 though!
Does the fx6 have to be stored under the tank for gravity feed reasons? I just got one (thanks to your idea). Btw, on the phone they said I wouldn’t be able to use multiple coupons but I wanted it enough that I decided I would just do it anyway. When I got there I asked again and the cashier let me use a 25% and a 20% so I got it for $220 about. Thanks for the tip!
I’m thinking of having it set right next to the tank. I know that’s not typical. Any problems with that?
Do you know if there is a Fluval for a 40 galloon tank?
What filter floss do you use and how often do you have to change it?
I use the FX6 sponges (white sponges on the perimeters and coarse black sponge in the top tray. The rest is bio media. I usually rinse out the sponges once every month and dont really need to replace them for a couple of years.
Hi there, appreciate your work and videos, thank you.
Like a champ I’m halfway through building new under tank cabinet, the can’t-readily-modify halfway.
Then i thought i should really double check fx6 dimensions, planning to buy (costly in NZ, but hey).
Could you please measure really accurately a width by length ?
I have 15.669 inches by 17.559 inches. That’s 398mm by 446 mm.
I’m good for height, for width the specs on website say 400mm by 400mm so I’m hoping i can squeeze.
Please help if you have time, cheers, chris
I'm setting up a 100 gallon tank for 1 Red Ear Slider, and I don't plan on getting any more turtles in the future. Would the FX6 be overkill and maybe FX4 more suitable?
Awesome! Nope, Fluval FX6 all the way, you won’t regret it.
@@LongLiveYourTurtle Thank you, I'm sold! I don't think I'll be as lucky as you in being able to combine 3 discounts on the PetSmart app game, so I went ahead and scored one on eBay for $303 brand new and free shipping, since there was only one at that price. Even though that's a lot of money, I feel like I'm getting a good deal because Amazon is $360 now and our local PetSmart is $400. I'm looking forward to it because I don't want to spend much time cleaning so that I can use my time for fun things like building a jungle habitat like yours!
Now if my tank sits on the floor, will this filter work? That would mean the filter would be sitting beside the tank on the floor?
I have always had the filter a little lower than the tank, but it still worked great. Not sure if it was even. They work best under a tank of course but I think the Fluval FX6 is strong enough to overcome being close to even with it. Although I have had some leaks at the valve connection that you have to fiddle with. Overall recommendation is to get the tank as high as you can.
Using a effects for on my 40 gallon filter with three baby turtles and my water looks so disgusting I don’t know if it’s working or if it’s not my water is yellow and it’s blurry and when I looked down on the floor I don’t have to say anything else but I feel like it’s not really doing anything either
Filters don't work immediately, you need a cycled tank where bacteria does the heavy filter lifting for you. Hope the water quality turns around soon!
Kinda wish the input and output valve were a different design. difficult to pop them off when the Fx6 is under the tank. Instead of having to push in the button and pull/push it up, shouldve just been a lever of some kind. something easier to handle.
Yeah I agree they can be a little tough to get off. Some other filter have that lever feature which is nice, but I do really like the individual valves.
@@LongLiveYourTurtle the Valve design can be kept. Just that button is what I feel should be looked at, made easier.
hello I'm currently building a 55 gallon tank for 1 red eared slider. Would this be ok for that or should I get a smaller filter. What do you recommend?
This is more than you would need but you can slow the flow if you need to. I would grab an FX4 if you dont plan to upgrade for a while!
How often do you have to change the water?
Where did you buy the house for the turtle
Made it! - Check out my channel to see some DIY basking areas!
Is the filter noisy? I like a quiet filter
Depends what you think is noisy. Can you hear it? Yes. But it’s not loud.
Will you be selling that turtle platform?
What kind of fish do you have in there with ur turtle? We have a map turtle :)
Right now one tank has gold fish and convict cichlids. Another has buenos aires tetras, pearl danios and convict cichlids. All great turtle tank companions if they learn to steer clear of the turtle. Check out this video: ua-cam.com/video/khi4Qy8_GaE/v-deo.html
The Fluval FX6 changed my life. I lost hope during the dark times, the horrid 06 series!
Our FX6 filters has no issues keeping our outdoor stock tank crystal clear. I love the variety of biomedia, sponges, and carbon bags you can place in for a custom project.
Yes, this filter is a game changer for turtle keepers have a hard time keeping their water clean. Wouldn't recommend anything else! Thanks for the comment!
What about f4
@@LongLiveYourTurtleI need the basing topper. Where do I get one please.
I have 5 big water-Turtles. I bought a 120gallon Cattle water/stock tub.. will this model of filter be sufficient for this Tub ?
That’s a heavy bio load so I’d suggest 2! Also I’d try elevating your tub as the filters are designed to work more efficiently below tanks. They will still work next to it though. Good luck!
I got the fx4
This Polar Aurora seems to have more space for the media
FX is wasting so much space for all those useless trays in the middle
Why not just cut all those trays in the middle and make one big space for the huge bag of bio
It would fit 16 lb of Matrix
That’s what I did
Not a bad idea, any flow issues or buildup in the filter since you don’t have mechanical?
fantastic idea ,never thought of that 🤔brilliant 👍
How to get discount: Abuse the system, use discounts that no longer exist (which can't be legally combined), & trick an employee to break the rules for you.
Glad I waited 23 mins for that 😓
Eheim do a version of this that is better. Holds a lot more biomedia too.
I'll have to check one out! Thanks!
@@LongLiveYourTurtle it’s called the eheim 1500xl
May be it's time to get a bigger tank for that turtle...
280$?
Hmm, I've got a 150 gallon for my mississippi map turtle. She's about 1.5 inches. 75 gallons for an adult Red Eared Slider seems extremely small in my opinion. Hopefully you're planning to upgrade very soon.
Omg the price this world hate the poor
It is a steep price. The discount helps and the filter goes a long way.
Wowza dude …. Overkill and Overpriced in our opinion….but hey better to have too much than not enough if you wanna spend the money on this thing
I hear you. However, the majority of turtle owner complaints I have seen are about “dirty” water and this filter takes out all of the filter type and size guessing and can save tons of maintenance time. I’m a very strong proponent of bigger is better when it comes to turtles and that includes the filter. Thanks for the comment!
@@LongLiveYourTurtle one of the things we have always done is have bamboo in our turtle tanks which helps with water purification too…..and cuts way down on filtration needs and maintenance time🎋🎋👍👍
These filters are junk. The design is great and all, but you WILL have to replace the motor many times, and at 160$ a pop you will quickly wish you had spent the extra time and money at the original setup and gone with a sump.
I have mine for years without major issues. Compared to other filters, these are the best. Sure the parts are expensive but they last for me.
It’s over 400$ now
Alas!