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The more I watch these video's..the more confident I start to feel. Cutting your hoses longer at first is a great tip. You could always go back to shorten the hose..but you can't make it longer. I love your new tank and Emperor Angel Fish Kev! Good job making this video easy to understand for beginners like me! Appreciate all you do!❤❤❤😊
Bro first of all Simper Fi! I can't tell you how many of your videos I watched most of them more than once. You have been so helpful on so many levels. I just finished setting up my FX2 on my 85gal tank and everything went just as you said. Thanks again Marine!
OHH RAH Devil! Its my pleasure bro! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - ua-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8MyRXOeOqhwzruSWFdhcaNh.html
Me too. I just installed a Fluval 107 canister filter on my 20 gallon tall. I was tired of messing with a sponge filter that really wasn’t keeping my aquarium filtered. I have a question, can I use those clips for the hoses on mine? The clips provided with my filter are really difficult for my older hands.
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - ua-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8MyRXOeOqhwzruSWFdhcaNh.html
Your Fluval setup videos are always the best around. Used them for all my Fluval canister setups. Very helpful and clearly shot video of all angles so we don’t get lost. Appreciate you !
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - ua-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8MyRXOeOqhwzruSWFdhcaNh.html
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - ua-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8MyRXOeOqhwzruSWFdhcaNh.html
Kaveman, you are a G! "You cant do that", ooook, "watch, me" Appreciate the knowledge sharing and definitely makes me feel like im able to tackle a saltwater tank. Loved everything, except that the NY Giants Canvas...😂
Kev you're always on point and extremely helpful idk where I'd be without you and the information you give to us like I said truly think you're the GOAT in this hobby of fish keeping especially African Cichlids
Something about getting new filters always made me super excited idk why I can’t wait to get my own house so I can get a bigger fish tank I only got 40gal breeder and 55 and 30 I want a 125 maybe bigger
I have 2 FX 6's on my 215 gallon saltwater tanks haven't had a problem with them. Nice I been doing it for 30.year and I've put fish in a couple days by seeding my new tank with a little gravel from my old tanks.
Alright, you got me into prime & stability, & you got me into switching out all my HOBs to fluval canister filters. My man, you gotta slow down, it’s getting expensive! 😂😂😂
Question, doesn’t running the UV Clarifier kill the products your dosing the tank with (Prime & Stability)? Or do you just turn the UV off before dosing? Love that Emperor Angelfish! I too have been hesitant to go to saltwater because of all the factors you heard about what it takes to keep a saltwater tank
Great question! Theres nothing to kill in prime. But yes it will kill the bacteria in Stability. While cycling a tank using the Prime and Stability method UV should always be off!
Trigger fish, definitely! I want a pare of Maroon Clowns, and 1-2 more big angels! And dont worry...I dont think they'll stay in this 100 for too long lol HINT HINT
I’ve never done that. I take is at the bottom, output is at the top. By keeping them on the same side you create a vortex in the tank, great for detritus removal. 😁 Checkout my video on “wavemaker placement” for more on that 😁
I love all your tips and tricks. Currently I have a hang on the back filter. I’d like to upgrade to a fluval canister. I have a 36 gal tank, 2 wave makers, bottom sprung air filter and a few air bubbles. What size fluval should I get? BTW, I work in hospice and with veterans. The aquarium is calming after a day of work. Thank you for your service too.
Man I’m so ready to start my tank. But I’m nervous lmao. Question, being that I’m impatient. Would i be able to add the pearl beach after it has water or should i wait (impatiently) to put that in first?
They really can go either way, thats the way I prefer. if you have algae or clarity issues and have tried everything in my book - bit.ly/clearH2O Then yes, a UV will get you over that hump!
I have a question to ask of you. I'm going to buy a 75 gallon Planet tank. I am considered to buy the Fluval 407 or a FX2 which one will you purchase ? and Why ?
When Fluval starts coming to you for insight, can you tell them to stop with the ribbed hoses please lol unless there is some benefit to it(which I dont see any, seems like it wouldn't flow as smooth as a... smooth hose. And also seems like a pain to clean)
@KaveManAquatics you have a lot more experience than I do. Do you feel the ribbed hoses hinder performance or do the ribs make them more difficult to clean?
Great video, I’ve purchased this canister for my future 30 gallon. I also have a small question on the uv filter attached to the canister, you think it’s required as I’m going to be using rodi SaltWater. Thanks!
Hey brother. I'm a subscriber. Question. Should I rinse my Carib Sea Cichlid sand before I put it in the tank??? I'm confused because the package says there is live bacteria in it I think. Thanks in advance for your response.
You should always rinse any sand before using EXCEPT if its LIVE Sand. Rinsing it will kill off the live beneficial Bacteria that you just paid for lol Your live sand should also come with packets to add to the water to help clump together the dust so your filter can remove it. Great question though! 😁
Eh. I rinsed it anyways. Actually upon further investigation,I found that the instructions are to rinse it. Gonna strat a channel in a minute on my journey. Be sure to subscribe. I did get that FX6 bro....big dog filter. Got the Chem pure blue too. You and Cichlid Bros do good work, although the latter didn't respond...... I think. If he did I apologize. Getting ready to start the 75 gal today. Doing about 15 good peacocks
Congrats on the new journey. As hard as we try to respond to comments, unfortunately some of them slip through the cracks. Its the nature of having a big channel. 🤷♂️
Kev, are you concerned about fish jumping out with no lid on the tank? & why? Idk how Fluval hasn't made you an ambassador by now. You make better videos than they do. Lol
🤣🤣🤣 Scream that louder my bro! Not concerned with this tank cause there’s only 1 fish. Nothing to spike him and cause him to jump. 🤞🤞🤞 With that being said, lid is on the way 😁
Guy at the store telling me put seawater and let the tank sit for 2 weeks before putting fish im transitioning over from fresh to saltwater so any help and advice would help thank you kaveman long time fan
Not necessary to wait if you use the Prime and Stability method - I highly recommend my Saltwater Beginners Series, it'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ua-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8NbRvnSo_c72xhg5UxYXyiD.html
Correct! UV kills all bacteria in the water column, good and bad. While your established BB is on your surfaces, dosing a liquid product is temporarily in the water column. After about an hour or so you can turn your UV back on 😁 - Great Question!!
@@KaveManAquatics Gotcha! I am watching you setup and didn't see that. I saw the unboxing and the new tank and assumed you were just starting the cycle, etc. Thanks for the content!!
I know and understand. You and Cichlid Bros seem to be pretty busy . I know it's a lot of work. I'd like to email you or however you prefer a video of my new 75 gal...( not my gal now..😂). If you don't mind. Somehow the ammonia seems to be there already. But I'm a wait like 5 days and check again. FX6???
You're not wrong with it on the bottom, thats the natural order of media. But a while back I changed the order only on the FX series canisters. Have it in the top tray to make it more convenient for removal and replacement. Still works like a charm! 😁
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The more I watch these video's..the more confident I start to feel. Cutting your hoses longer at first is a great tip. You could always go back to shorten the hose..but you can't make it longer. I love your new tank and Emperor Angel Fish Kev! Good job making this video easy to understand for beginners like me! Appreciate all you do!❤❤❤😊
The pleasure is always mine!! 😁😁 Glad you enjoyed it Lori!
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I been a fan of your videos for five years now, I think it’s been five. I have learnt a lot from your advice. Thanks Kev
Glad to hear that my bro! Thanks for sticking with me all these years! 😁💪💪
Bro first of all Simper Fi! I can't tell you how many of your videos I watched most of them more than once. You have been so helpful on so many levels. I just finished setting up my FX2 on my 85gal tank and everything went just as you said. Thanks again Marine!
OHH RAH Devil! Its my pleasure bro! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - ua-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8MyRXOeOqhwzruSWFdhcaNh.html
So many people gonna get free help with these videos. 💪🏼 My man!
That's the plan! 😁💪
I love my FX2 been running it for a year on my 75 gallon reef tank no issues. It’s a beast.
Nice!! Glad to hear about another reefer running a canister
Good morning, Kev! Love the new tank! Thanks for removing the plastic wrap from that FX2! 😂😂😂
Thanks brother Cody! I knew theres no way I left that thing on!!! 🤣🤣🤣
I have this running on my 60 gal now after using various HOBs and internal canister filters previously. I wish I had it from the start!
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Me too. I just installed a Fluval 107 canister filter on my 20 gallon tall. I was tired of messing with a sponge filter that really wasn’t keeping my aquarium filtered. I have a question, can I use those clips for the hoses on mine? The clips provided with my filter are really difficult for my older hands.
Wow it doesn’t get any easier than this!!! I can follow this install with no problem thanks man!!
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - ua-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8MyRXOeOqhwzruSWFdhcaNh.html
Your Fluval setup videos are always the best around. Used them for all my Fluval canister setups. Very helpful and clearly shot video of all angles so we don’t get lost. Appreciate you !
Thank you bro! Glad you're enjoying the channel! 😁💪
Thanks a ton. Just bought an FX2 for a 55 gallon pink belly turtle tank that I’ve been struggling to keep clean. These videos helped a ton.
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - ua-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8MyRXOeOqhwzruSWFdhcaNh.html
Always bringing the knowledge. Appreciate it.
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - ua-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8MyRXOeOqhwzruSWFdhcaNh.html
Great video Kev ! now to get another tank ! 😂
🤣🤣 Thanks bro! Go get it!!!
Top Kev!! From Italy.
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Great video kev! Don’t forget your fx2 is going to auto purge every 12 hrs so hopefully it doesn’t keep splashing your wall!
That splash was only the initial splash while it was filling up. Hopefully periodic purging wont be such a big splash lol
Kaveman, you are a G! "You cant do that", ooook, "watch, me" Appreciate the knowledge sharing and definitely makes me feel like im able to tackle a saltwater tank.
Loved everything, except that the NY Giants Canvas...😂
G-men for life bro...even when they suck lol
Kev you're always on point and extremely helpful idk where I'd be without you and the information you give to us like I said truly think you're the GOAT in this hobby of fish keeping especially African Cichlids
Always appreciate the positive feedback my bro! Thank you!
Something about getting new filters always made me super excited idk why I can’t wait to get my own house so I can get a bigger fish tank I only got 40gal breeder and 55 and 30 I want a 125 maybe bigger
Maybe cause your a techy guy, like me 😁💪
@@KaveManAquaticsyea lol I love getting new stuff and seeing it in action it’s always fun
I have 2 FX 6's on my 215 gallon saltwater tanks haven't had a problem with them. Nice I been doing it for 30.year and I've put fish in a couple days by seeding my new tank with a little gravel from my old tanks.
Wish I saw this before setting up my fluval 6 took me like 2 hours of straight confusion love the video though
Thanks bro, Now you can always reference back here if you need it 😁
Alright, you got me into prime & stability, & you got me into switching out all my HOBs to fluval canister filters. My man, you gotta slow down, it’s getting expensive! 😂😂😂
HAHA I know! But think of it as an investment in your fish, and they’ll thank you for it! 😉
Preach brother preach to those so called experts😂
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Question, doesn’t running the UV Clarifier kill the products your dosing the tank with (Prime & Stability)? Or do you just turn the UV off before dosing? Love that Emperor Angelfish! I too have been hesitant to go to saltwater because of all the factors you heard about what it takes to keep a saltwater tank
Great question! Theres nothing to kill in prime. But yes it will kill the bacteria in Stability. While cycling a tank using the Prime and Stability method UV should always be off!
Is it possible to put a sponge filter over the intake? To keep fry from being sucked up into the canister.
Absolutely. Look up “pre-filter sponge”. 😁
Any plans on livestock beside the Angel? Would love to see a Picasso Triggerfish in there. That's an ideal tank for one being a FOWLR...
Trigger fish, definitely! I want a pare of Maroon Clowns, and 1-2 more big angels! And dont worry...I dont think they'll stay in this 100 for too long lol HINT HINT
@KaveManAquatics Maybe a Moorish Idol too?
This tank is gonna be most folks wishlist of fish dream tank!
I was always taught to put intake and exhaust at opposite ends of the tank..... does that no longer apply?
I’ve never done that. I take is at the bottom, output is at the top. By keeping them on the same side you create a vortex in the tank, great for detritus removal. 😁 Checkout my video on “wavemaker placement” for more on that 😁
I love all your tips and tricks. Currently I have a hang on the back filter. I’d like to upgrade to a fluval canister. I have a 36 gal tank, 2 wave makers, bottom sprung air filter and a few air bubbles. What size fluval should I get? BTW, I work in hospice and with veterans. The aquarium is calming after a day of work. Thank you for your service too.
You can make it longer using a plastic union.
Man I’m so ready to start my tank. But I’m nervous lmao. Question, being that I’m impatient. Would i be able to add the pearl beach after it has water or should i wait (impatiently) to put that in first?
You can add the substrate anytime. Just remember to give a good rinse first! You can do this my bro! 😁💪
@@KaveManAquatics Thank you brother. Time to fill up the tank 🤣🤣
Love you videos but the clips that go over the top of the tank are installed backwards. I've been debating adding a UVC
They really can go either way, thats the way I prefer. if you have algae or clarity issues and have tried everything in my book - bit.ly/clearH2O Then yes, a UV will get you over that hump!
I have a question to ask of you. I'm going to buy a 75 gallon Planet tank. I am considered to buy the Fluval 407 or a FX2 which one will you purchase ? and Why ?
Hi,i have a quick question i am using internal filtration JBL i30 Crystal pro in 20liter aquarium and water is always cloudy what can be the problem?
When Fluval starts coming to you for insight, can you tell them to stop with the ribbed hoses please lol unless there is some benefit to it(which I dont see any, seems like it wouldn't flow as smooth as a... smooth hose. And also seems like a pain to clean)
I'll keep that in mind lol
@KaveManAquatics you have a lot more experience than I do. Do you feel the ribbed hoses hinder performance or do the ribs make them more difficult to clean?
I like more the oase biomaster they come with pre filter and its way more easy to clean.
Great video, I’ve purchased this canister for my future 30 gallon. I also have a small question on the uv filter attached to the canister, you think it’s required as I’m going to be using rodi SaltWater. Thanks!
A UV is never required. Its a preference that does help maintain water clarity, but I've gone years without one without any problems.
The marine 3.0 is really nice.. I have all the flavors of lights they offer .. aquasky and the plant 2.0.. but the marine is so much.. nicer
Im busting it open today as a matter a fact! Video coming this week! 😁
So what if your using seawater you can just put into your tank you don’t need to use prime anymore right?
Just use Prime during your water changes. But with a new tank you need Prime daily as it cycles.
@@KaveManAquatics thank you. I’m using the same tank I used for freshwater the salt water won’t eat the silicone?
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Hey brother. I'm a subscriber. Question. Should I rinse my Carib Sea Cichlid sand before I put it in the tank??? I'm confused because the package says there is live bacteria in it I think. Thanks in advance for your response.
You should always rinse any sand before using EXCEPT if its LIVE Sand. Rinsing it will kill off the live beneficial Bacteria that you just paid for lol Your live sand should also come with packets to add to the water to help clump together the dust so your filter can remove it. Great question though! 😁
Eh. I rinsed it anyways. Actually upon further investigation,I found that the instructions are to rinse it.
Gonna strat a channel in a minute on my journey. Be sure to subscribe. I did get that FX6 bro....big dog filter. Got the Chem pure blue too. You and Cichlid Bros do good work, although the latter didn't respond...... I think. If he did I apologize. Getting ready to start the 75 gal today. Doing about 15 good peacocks
Congrats on the new journey. As hard as we try to respond to comments, unfortunately some of them slip through the cracks. Its the nature of having a big channel. 🤷♂️
Kev, are you concerned about fish jumping out with no lid on the tank? & why? Idk how Fluval hasn't made you an ambassador by now. You make better videos than they do. Lol
🤣🤣🤣 Scream that louder my bro! Not concerned with this tank cause there’s only 1 fish. Nothing to spike him and cause him to jump. 🤞🤞🤞 With that being said, lid is on the way 😁
@@KaveManAquatics where do you get your lids from?
I'd like to ask a question: why don't you put your canister in a bigger bucket? So even if it spills it doesn't damage the closet
I run 6 canisters in total across all my tanks. I’ve had most of them for 9 years. Never had a single one spill. 🤷♂️
Will be sure to give you the channel name once I start it
Guy at the store telling me put seawater and let the tank sit for 2 weeks before putting fish im transitioning over from fresh to saltwater so any help and advice would help thank you kaveman long time fan
Not necessary to wait if you use the Prime and Stability method - I highly recommend my Saltwater Beginners Series, it'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ua-cam.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8NbRvnSo_c72xhg5UxYXyiD.html
@@KaveManAquatics I’ll check it out right now thanks kaveman
i have a 55 gallon tank and 2 top fin pf75 still the water is never really clear what do you recomend me
There could be multiple reasons for your water not being clear. I put them all in my short book. Scoop it up, its free! bit.ly/clearH2O
Are you not worried about him jumping out is it not important as it is in freshwater to have a lid for saltwater ?
I’m not cause he’s alone in the tank…nothing to spook him. A kid is on the way though before adding more fish 😁
So the labels on Stability and Pristine say to turn off UV? What's the deal?
Correct! UV kills all bacteria in the water column, good and bad. While your established BB is on your surfaces, dosing a liquid product is temporarily in the water column. After about an hour or so you can turn your UV back on 😁 - Great Question!!
@@KaveManAquatics Gotcha! I am watching you setup and didn't see that. I saw the unboxing and the new tank and assumed you were just starting the cycle, etc. Thanks for the content!!
Is the FX2 overkill for a 75 gallon tank?
Not at all! I used to run an FX6 on my overstocked 75 😁
I know and understand. You and Cichlid Bros seem to be pretty busy . I know it's a lot of work. I'd like to email you or however you prefer a video of my new 75 gal...( not my gal now..😂). If you don't mind. Somehow the ammonia seems to be there already. But I'm a wait like 5 days and check again. FX6???
You can post pics and videos in my Facebook group or my Discord server! 😁 Find them both here - Linkpop.com/KaveManAquatics
Hey kaveman aquatics ever thought about starting a new UA-cam channel (To only post regarding reef)
Na, I believe my audience is into learning about all aspects of aquarium keeping. Fresh and Salt 😁
Ohhh no I thought you put the purigen in the bottom container, I gotta change mine around. 🤦🏽♀️
You're not wrong with it on the bottom, thats the natural order of media. But a while back I changed the order only on the FX series canisters. Have it in the top tray to make it more convenient for removal and replacement. Still works like a charm! 😁
Nothing is wrong with having it in the bottom tray
I have it at the bottom of my fx6, I saw from one of your old videos set ups and did it that way. Thanks for all your tips, tricks and videos.
Am I the only one using aquael filters 😭😭
Nope, I’ve got a hyper max too 😁
@@KaveManAquatics make it your next video plz 😉