I swear you have the best fish channel. I have just watched like six videos on this topic from other youtubers, and they just don’t know how to explain things well, half the time I end up just shutting their videos off a minute in cuz I can’t stand the sound of their voices, I feel like they were all just frustrating me and you just made the whole set up process so easy just by watching your video. I’ve actually been watching you for a few months now and you’ve probably helped me fix about 90% of my aquarium problems, I feel like I don’t need to even go to any other RUclips channel anymore because you have all the information I need, thank you so much for all your informative videos!!
Extremely helpful. I agree with what others are saying. This is the best explanation of how and why. No one does it like the Kaveman. I'm assuming the FX4 is similar. I need to re-watch that video. Sticking to the basics for the topic at hand and not straying into other issues, is part of your skill set. (Not going down the rabbit hole!) You are an excellent instructor. A thousand thank yous!
I'm glad I found this tutorial. I struggle every time I clean the filters. I have dyslexia and I always put the hoses on backwards. You described the hose placement so that I understood how the filter works. Your the best. Beautiful tanks, keep up the good work. 😂
Thank you for keeping it simple and not overcomplicating the heck out of it. Even more importantly, thank you for being human and remembering who you're making the vids for and not condescending. You definitely earned a follower or subscriber or whatever the heck it's called- I'm a disabled old dude. I bought the Fluval FX6 for my terrapin tank and so far it's working wonderful, and it only took a little longer for me to set it up because I was watching the video at the same time. Again, thank you for the extremely helpful vid.
@KaveMan Aquatics Exactly!! New tank as well. I have a ton of substrate to rinse first. Do you reccomend only setting up one of the fx6's until the tank clears up from set up so I don't have to wash them both out?
Nope! Hook up and have them both running to get as much bacteria growing on your media as fast as possible. After your tank clears up just replace the white pad with a fresh one and you’ll be good to go!
I can not say enough about your channel. Thank you so much for your educational videos, they're always super informative and to the point. I've been watching for the past two years and attribute the success of my aquirum to YOU !!! 2 years of pure enjoyment of my 75-gallon ciclid tank. Thanks again for such great content on the hobby.
Great video. I am in the process of redoing my tank and was on the fence about a canister filter. You sold me. It was explained so well, so glad a friend introduced me to your page. I can’t wait to go through the rest of your video collection to improve my fish keeping knowledge. Thank you again !!!
Thank you so much for thoroughly explaining and not skipping ANY steps. it’s so hard to find info for people new to aquariums. It’s like everyone assumes it’s all basic knowledge and it’s really not, so thanks for all these videos and keeping the “dumb” beginners like me in mind 😂
GREAT video. I was just gifted a full 75 gallon setup with an FX6 and a 55 gallon setup with a Fluval 407 and although they are both running, I’m studying up 💪
Nice!! Congrats! I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er AND, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
Thank you bro, I have reached out to Fluval a few times about sponsorship and promotion, but they must be busy over there 🤣 Put in a good word for me if you can 😊💪
Love love love this….anyone that has questions on why a stingray can coexist without it destroying the cycle. Here you go!!! Kev is playing zero games. I cannot thank you enough for introducing me to stability. I got a fish in quarantine and my 55 gallon move was successful. Bc of prime and stability. These are facts not fiction. Y’all better listen to this man.
Thank you so much for this video was so clear and helped me figure out issues I had with our fx6 filter! Now its finally quiet! Hope to learn more from your videos!
I am currently following everything you do with the Fx6, wave maker and water flow and it works great, thanks for a excellent channel and making everything seem simple for everyone!!!!
In case that you dont need that much current in your tank because you have goldfish , you just change the output for another intake and you have one filter normal and another more slow and the fish do not suffer the water speed., you are the best, thanks.
Thank you Mr. Kev for this interesting and informative video! Someday when I'm more confident to upgrade to a bigger tank..I'll have this video to refer to...because honestly...I was lost after you set up cannister! I would have strangled myself with that hose! 🤣 your the best! You explain step by step for beginners like me! 😊❤❤❤
I absolutely love your videos, my guy. I recently upgraded from a 40-gallon to a 120-gallon tank for my childs and went with 2 hob 110 top fin pro series filters and 2 sponge filters. Now, I've made the change to 2 fx4 canister filters and wasn't sure about the best way to set it up. After watching this video, im good to go.
Very informative video Kaveman, I too run two FX6 canisters on my monster S.American cichlids tank to keep the water clean and clear. I have modified the intakes with pre-filter sponges and the returns with a 90° elbow so it’s not longer dual outlets, gives better flow with the directions they’re pointing. If I never had the FX6 I would say this is probably the best video I’ve seen for set up👍👍👍
Thank you bro, I’m not a big fan of the pre-sponge, but I have been considering modifying the output. I do like the stronger, 1 directional output. Glad you enjoyed the video! 😊💪
@@a-aron1550 In my 125 I have 2 female albino Oscars, 2 male Green Terrors, 1 male Electric Blue Acara, 1 female Fire mouth, 2 Pictus cats and a common Pleco.
@KaveMan Aquatics, I am really impressed with you, as you are very real and even know exactly the reasons. I am surprised, how you might know exactly the conditions that could have triggered issues at my tank. This is only possible because you are passionate extremely knowledgeable as you dearly care for your fish. I would not spend time to write comment, but you saved the life of my one fish. Wish I had come across your videos little earlier and could have saved life of my another fish, that sadly expired.
Sorry to hear about the loss of your fish but unfortunately its the nature of this wonderful hobby. As long as you're willing to keep learning you'll be able to take care of your fish better as your knowledge grows. Thank you for the positive feedback! I'm glad you're finding the channel helpful 😊
Straight up, the coolest videos in the business sir, I’ll be cleaning my first fx6 tomorrow, with matrix. 3 fx6 currently working on #4 😊 Thanks kev. Let’s Goooo 7:30 pm waving a hand from Michigan
Thank you bro! Glad to hear your finding the channel helpful! Congrats on that new FX6, you're up there for sure 🤣💪 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
Big fan of your channel Kev. I was fed up with Sunsun canister filters until now because they leaked all the time. Now I will try fluval as everyone say it’s great filter and branded. Will follow your instructions from the video❤
Recently bought a second hand tank and one of these came with it. Realised after trying a these steps that my pump is crap. It's leaking and won't pump water at all. Really don't like this filter, but your video was great! Finding your channel made it worh it after all... 😄
Sorry to hear that, you must have a lemon. I highly suggest you try a new one because these filters are at the top of the game. I have 4 and have never had a problem. Dont let 1 bad experience keep you from this power house of a filter 😊💪
@@KaveManAquatics Thanks for the reply man! Have you had any of eheims counterparts to this? If so, you still prefer these? I'm currently setting up a 1000l (264 gallon) tank (knowing myself, pretty fully stocked with critters..). Guessing one fx6 (or similar) would be on the low side for a tank like that? Would 2 be enough you think, or should I even go with 3? Thanks in advance!
I searched for a video on tetra glofish by you but can't find . if you haven't done one ,I request you to do one . That would be very helpful. And thank you for all the wonderful videos .😊
Yo Kaveman, Thanks for all your video's... I'm an OG Fish guy getting back into the Hobby. I have purchased the FX6 and will follow your guide on this video. I have a brand new 75G that I'm going to put South American Cichlids in itonce I have it up and running and cycled.... i know your video appears to be a year old. Anything else you want to add that might help me with my new setup....
Congrats on finding your way back to the hobby and on that new monster tank! 😁 Just to refresh your memory, my playlist for beginners will be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er
@@KaveManAquatics I watched it and quite a lot more. Thank you for taking time to help us inexperienced folks! One last qustion. You are putting both the Purigen & Chemi-Pure Blue to the filter? You just had it in the one already running.....
Hey Kev...my name is Kevin, and I am your new subscriber from South Africa. I owned a 4ft Malawi tank a few years back, and at first it was all going well, I had about +-25 Malawi's ( peacocks and mbuna's) oh and 2 frontosas ( my most favorite). They were around 3 to 5 cm. My frontosas were bigger though. Unfortunately, they all gradually died, so I did not take too well to it, and that led me to sell the entire setup. I have been watching your videos for almost 2 weeks now, and I have realized where I went wrong. I must say all your videos are by far the best I've seen, easy to understand, and most inspiring no disrespect to the other aquatic channels, but your videos stand out bro, because anyone can see just how passionate you are about this and most of all your honesty and transparency, you have inspired me to give this another try, with your videos I am confident that I will succeed. I did enjoy this video. However, I prefer sump filtration over the cannister.I would highly recommend your channel to others, fun to watch, and thank you very, very much Kev... God bless you and keep those videos coming, bro.
I'm just starting my own aquarium and your videos are definitely the most helpful in getting me setup correctly with clear water! I do have a question though. I'm looking to house a betta and some smaller fish like neon tetras.. which should I add first to the tank? I've seen nothing about an order specifically but thought there must be lol
I just joined 🎉 . I've just purchased a 75 gallon aquarium primarily for angelfish. I'm trying to figure out what filtration to purchase that is not too much flow for angelfish. I asked someone and they suggested Eheim filtration. I watch alot of your videos and would like your perspective. I see this canister has alot of good reviews. Appreciate all your help!! Blessings!
Eheim is a well known brand but I prefer Seachem or Fluval. If you’d like to go with an HOB the Seachem Tidal is the best. If you want to go canister I suggest the Fluval 407. Either one will work great for your tank with Angels 😁 Btw, Thanks for joining the membership. I appreciate your support! 😊💪
IDK brother man, I’m probably gonna have to try your method. I just got back in the game about 2 years ago after a 10 year hiatus from the hobby. Back then the FX 6’s we’re just coming out. When I started my aquariums up again went with an eheim 2262 and an FX 6. And so far the FX 6 has left much to be desired. But I’m gonna try to hang with it. So my next maintenance day, gonna try your method.
FOUND YOUR CHANNEL. u rock i had many tanks in past lost all due to hurricane 5-6 yrs ago started new tank never thought of new tank cycle i let it cycle for 2 week put some barchardi in . 1 week later only 1 fist left( ammonia). steadily watching your videos. thx for all your effort putting videos out. new subscriber
Hai brother, im from malaysia and I do watch ur videos, it's very knowledgeable and helpful for my hobby. Thank you for that 🙏 . Can you please explain me the pros and cons of the lava rock and crush coral to use as bio media?
I clean my canister and filter pads about once a month, I have big fish that poop a lot and if I don’t my pads get full. I use tank water, just give them a rinse and put them back and replace the carbon pads.
All the pads every month? The FX6 can go much longer than that, even with big fish. Leaving it alone longer also helps to maintain a healthy colony of bacteria. Try letting it get extra dirty, go 2 or 3 months without a full cleaning. Just replace your fine pad and carbon monthly and let me know if you see a boost in your water clarity! 😁
@@KaveManAquatics Oh no bud lol just the carbon pad. I’ve noticed that if I go longer the more nasty they are and harder to clean. I’ve had to completely replace the other pads because they were so clogged I couldn’t just rinse the gunk out.
I know this is way off topic for you great video, but would you be able to do an explanation video on water evaporation and how to add water during nitrogen cycle (fishless and fish-in) and established tanks?
Hey, thanks for your videos, happy to see a fellow Dominican on this platform. So my question is, I have a 75 gallon, prepping for peacocks. I have 2 FX4! I was told by my reputable LFS that just one fx4 would suffice for this project. I got 2. Is this enough?
I just set up an FX6 using your method. I almost cried when I saw how nice my 150 Tall looked this morning. It has been such a struggle that I was considering leaving the hobby. Thank You so much for your videos!!!!! Do you think using this media set up will work with non Fluval canisters as well?
That’s awesome! Glad I was able to help you overcome that obstacle and stick with the hobby!! Yes this will work with non fluval canister but keep in mind you need to know the direction water travels in that filter and load it up accordingly. 😁
Tried this way of setting up the fx6 with the matrix and used the top tray and sandwiched the chemi-blu between 2 of the Quick clear pads and water is still cloudy 4 days later. Rinsed the matrix media very good also. New tank set up 125 Gallon.
Hi , I loved and learned a lot from your videos, im a begging at this hobby so your helping me understand alot ...nay i k n ow where you got those beautiful background on your aquarium? Thanks
Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁 All my backgrounds are from aquadecorbackgrounds.com Tell them KaveMan sent you, lol Also use code Kaveman10 at checkout for a 10% discount 😊 I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er AND, you should also check out my new APP for beginners as well! - aquabuildr.com
I use 2 FX6s on my 120g cichlid tank. Great vid. Just a little note Kev. The Stability should be added after the Prime so there is no interaction with untreated water. Your tanks are rockin! Question, why do you run your intake hose halfway into the tank?
Chlorine doesn’t kill bacteria instantly. I sometimes begin adding tap water to the tank and then add the prime. Either way has shown to work fine without any issues 😊
I love your channel. What Fluval filter should use for my 50 gallon fish tank? Fluval 307 or 407? I will be glad if you reply my comment. Thanks for all your educative vidoes
Setting up a new 75 with a background soon. Does your background have holes in it? The reason I ask is how does all the fish waste get behind the background to the filter intake?
Hello! Super cool channel, greetings! I want to ask you, started a new aquarium 480 liters / 125 gallons. I have installed 2 FX 6 filters, 2 wavemakers, 1 FX UVC In-Line Clarifier. I have upgraded the media with matrix, Glass ceramic Bio-MAX White Fluval, Carbon with zeolite and Purijen by Seachem. Can I put the following fish in the aquarium: 2 Oscars 2 Parrots 1 Jack Dempsey 1 Green Terror 3 Blue Acara Cichlid 1 Polypterus
If you put the chemical on top like you say don’t you think the nitrogen process will be disturbed by the purigen removing what was intended for the bio media (nitrogen cycle) ?? Seachem also states this about Purigen
@@KaveManAquatics thanks for your fast response 😊 I bought an fx6 and would like you to show us how to do a water change with it since i did a water change but im not sure if i used the correct method. Thanks in advance and keep up the good work
Chemical media can remove unwanted dissolved organics, tannins, and even medications from the water. They can help in getting your water clearer than it is. But chemical media is always just optional, never necessary. I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er
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I have 2 FX6s, and I still watched this whole vid. You easily have the best aquarium channel on RUclips. Keep up the good work, Kaveman 💪
That’s awesome! Thank you, glad you enjoyed it 😁
What size tank tank do you have and what kind of substrate. I have 2 fx6 also. I have gravel right now but I’m thinking of changing over to sand
@@CFish-N-Cars I have a 125 with sand substrate.
Bro, I bought the FX four and flooded my whole house bro now I just picked up the FX6 I don’t know what I’m doing wrong.
@@seeyouatthetop83how do you keep the sand from getting into ur filter ?
I swear you have the best fish channel. I have just watched like six videos on this topic from other youtubers, and they just don’t know how to explain things well, half the time I end up just shutting their videos off a minute in cuz I can’t stand the sound of their voices, I feel like they were all just frustrating me and you just made the whole set up process so easy just by watching your video. I’ve actually been watching you for a few months now and you’ve probably helped me fix about 90% of my aquarium problems, I feel like I don’t need to even go to any other RUclips channel anymore because you have all the information I need, thank you so much for all your informative videos!!
Thank you for this amazing feedback! So glad to hear you've been enjoying the channel and finding it helpful! Appreciate the support! 😊💪
@@nylagoddess5633 totally agree!! If I have a questions I always check his videos first. He just explains things and shows things the best!!!
Another great informational video Kev. Just bought an fx6 an you totally just showed the best set up info to help me out!
Bought an FX6 today and used this video to set it up. Thanks Kaveman! Love your content.
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
Just brought a FX6 .
Now I feel very common about putting it together.
Thank you so very much for a great video.
It is very appreciated.
Extremely helpful. I agree with what others are saying. This is the best explanation of how and why. No one does it like the Kaveman. I'm assuming the FX4 is similar. I need to re-watch that video. Sticking to the basics for the topic at hand and not straying into other issues, is part of your skill set. (Not going down the rabbit hole!) You are an excellent instructor. A thousand thank yous!
Thank you so much JR! Yes same setup on the FX4, only difference is the FX4 has one less tray.
I'm glad I found this tutorial. I struggle every time I clean the filters. I have dyslexia and I always put the hoses on backwards. You described the hose placement so that I understood how the filter works. Your the best. Beautiful tanks, keep up the good work. 😂
Glad to hear the video was helpful for you! 😊💪
I take blue painter's tape and I Mark which one is in and which one is out. I also Mark which order they need to be done in. Step 1, step2 etc..
Thank you for keeping it simple and not overcomplicating the heck out of it. Even more importantly, thank you for being human and remembering who you're making the vids for and not condescending. You definitely earned a follower or subscriber or whatever the heck it's called- I'm a disabled old dude. I bought the Fluval FX6 for my terrapin tank and so far it's working wonderful, and it only took a little longer for me to set it up because I was watching the video at the same time. Again, thank you for the extremely helpful vid.
This couldn't have dropped at a better time!! Setting up 2 fx6's this weekend. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!
My pleasure! I know there were many Black Friday fx6 purchases made, myself included lol
@KaveMan Aquatics Exactly!! New tank as well. I have a ton of substrate to rinse first. Do you reccomend only setting up one of the fx6's until the tank clears up from set up so I don't have to wash them both out?
Nope! Hook up and have them both running to get as much bacteria growing on your media as fast as possible. After your tank clears up just replace the white pad with a fresh one and you’ll be good to go!
I can not say enough about your channel. Thank you so much for your educational videos, they're always super informative and to the point. I've been watching for the past two years and attribute the success of my aquirum to YOU !!! 2 years of pure enjoyment of my 75-gallon ciclid tank. Thanks again for such great content on the hobby.
Wow, thank you for that positive feedback! And thanks for sticking with me since the beginning. Appreciate you OG's the most! 😁💪
Great video. I am in the process of redoing my tank and was on the fence about a canister filter. You sold me. It was explained so well, so glad a friend introduced me to your page. I can’t wait to go through the rest of your video collection to improve my fish keeping knowledge. Thank you again !!!
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
Thanks for this. I’ll be buying a fx6 soon and I’m glad I watched this before I made my purchase.
My pleasure, Glad I could help! 😊💪
Thank you so much for thoroughly explaining and not skipping ANY steps. it’s so hard to find info for people new to aquariums. It’s like everyone assumes it’s all basic knowledge and it’s really not, so thanks for all these videos and keeping the “dumb” beginners like me in mind 😂
My pleasure, I try my best to always keep the beginner in mind and make videos everyone can understand. 😁
GREAT video. I was just gifted a full 75 gallon setup with an FX6 and a 55 gallon setup with a Fluval 407 and although they are both running, I’m studying up 💪
Nice!! Congrats! I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er
AND, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
I love your video.. I am actually a Fluval agent. Very well explained for someone who has never owned one.
I myself have one and love it. ❤️
Thank you bro, I have reached out to Fluval a few times about sponsorship and promotion, but they must be busy over there 🤣 Put in a good word for me if you can 😊💪
@@KaveManAquatics is it an overkill to use the fx6 on a 55 gallon cichlid tank
Most knowledgeable channel on RUclips for anything aquatic.
I appreciate that! Thank you bro 💪
Thank you Kev! Just added an additional FX6 and you got me looking right! This channel is a wealth of knowledge! I appreciate it!
My pleasure bro! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😊
Love love love this….anyone that has questions on why a stingray can coexist without it destroying the cycle. Here you go!!! Kev is playing zero games. I cannot thank you enough for introducing me to stability. I got a fish in quarantine and my 55 gallon move was successful. Bc of prime and stability. These are facts not fiction. Y’all better listen to this man.
Right on! 😁💪 Thanks Amanda!
You are so encouraging every single time I watch any of your videos
Thank you my bro! 😊💪
Thank you so much for this video was so clear and helped me figure out issues I had with our fx6 filter! Now its finally quiet! Hope to learn more from your videos!
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
Best step by step EVER! Kev never skips a beat!
Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪
BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
I am currently following everything you do with the Fx6, wave maker and water flow and it works great, thanks for a excellent channel and making everything seem simple for everyone!!!!
Nice Kev.. Keep on putting in put to newbies like me... Cheers Boss....
Thanks, will do!
Thank you huge help on my first set up
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
Absolutely will!
just got a fx6 today XD so happy i found this video :) thankyou
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁
In case that you dont need that much current in your tank because you have goldfish , you just change the output for another intake and you have one filter normal and another more slow and the fish do not suffer the water speed., you are the best, thanks.
Thanks kev! Just picked up my first fx6! Can’t wait to see what the water looks like in the morning !
Thank you Mr. Kev for this interesting and informative video! Someday when I'm more confident to upgrade to a bigger tank..I'll have this video to refer to...because honestly...I was lost after you set up cannister! I would have strangled myself with that hose! 🤣 your the best! You explain step by step for beginners like me! 😊❤❤❤
🤣🤣 That hose did kick my butt for a second lol Glad you enjoyed the video! 😊
Lol! 😊❤❤
Great video! Thank you for showing the entire process.
My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it! 😁
I absolutely love your videos, my guy. I recently upgraded from a 40-gallon to a 120-gallon tank for my childs and went with 2 hob 110 top fin pro series filters and 2 sponge filters. Now, I've made the change to 2 fx4 canister filters and wasn't sure about the best way to set it up. After watching this video, im good to go.
Thank you bro! Im glad this video helped you out. You're going to love what those FX4's can do! 😊💪
Huge fan of your work Kev! Although I'm a fairly advantage fish keeper, I still find your videos extremely helpful and engaging! 💪🏾
Glad to hear it bro! Always appreciate the feedback from veterans of the hobby 😁💪
Thank you for another clear instruction. I'm installing my first canister filter today and I'm sure you just saved me from a few mistakes.
My pleasure! Congrats on your new filters, I know these are exciting times! 😊💪
This was awesome. I was really intimidated by the idea but you make it seem very simple. Thank you.
My pleasure! Once you set it up a few times it’ll almost be automatic 😁
Very informative video Kaveman, I too run two FX6 canisters on my monster S.American cichlids tank to keep the water clean and clear. I have modified the intakes with pre-filter sponges and the returns with a 90° elbow so it’s not longer dual outlets, gives better flow with the directions they’re pointing. If I never had the FX6 I would say this is probably the best video I’ve seen for set up👍👍👍
Thank you bro, I’m not a big fan of the pre-sponge, but I have been considering modifying the output. I do like the stronger, 1 directional output. Glad you enjoyed the video! 😊💪
hey scott! i have s. americans too. what ones you have???
@@a-aron1550 In my 125 I have 2 female albino Oscars, 2 male Green Terrors, 1 male Electric Blue Acara, 1 female Fire mouth, 2 Pictus cats and a common Pleco.
Love from INDIA your videos are really helpful
@KaveMan Aquatics, I am really impressed with you, as you are very real and even know exactly the reasons. I am surprised, how you might know exactly the conditions that could have triggered issues at my tank. This is only possible because you are passionate extremely knowledgeable as you dearly care for your fish. I would not spend time to write comment, but you saved the life of my one fish. Wish I had come across your videos little earlier and could have saved life of my another fish, that sadly expired.
Sorry to hear about the loss of your fish but unfortunately its the nature of this wonderful hobby. As long as you're willing to keep learning you'll be able to take care of your fish better as your knowledge grows. Thank you for the positive feedback! I'm glad you're finding the channel helpful 😊
Straight up, the coolest videos in the business sir, I’ll be cleaning my first fx6 tomorrow, with matrix. 3 fx6 currently working on #4 😊 Thanks kev. Let’s Goooo 7:30 pm waving a hand from Michigan
Thank you bro! Glad to hear your finding the channel helpful! Congrats on that new FX6, you're up there for sure 🤣💪
BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
Oh perfect I'm installing my fx4 I picked up on a black Friday deal today on a new 75 gallon tank for my turtle and fish.
Nice! Congrats! 😁💪
Would you use poly-fil in an fx-4?
No, use the fluval clear pad. I only use poly-fil in my 407 or an HOB filter.
Really helpfull video, installed mine today and did it exactly the same way.
What a great product and what a wonderful channel 👌🏼
Christmas is around the corner. An FX6 might be under the tree! Thank you for the walkthrough Kev!
My pleasure! Glad you found it helpful! 😊
I gave a like for getting rid of the useless red trays
🤣 Yea If you’re not planning on diversifying the media then you don’t need the red trays.
Only way to go. Great explanation. 👍🏼
Top job brother kev 👏 👍🏼
Glad you enjoyed it brother Tony! 😁💪
excellent video, thanks
Glad you liked it!
Thanks for posting this video - appreciate your content!
My pleasure bro! Glad you enjoyed it! 😁
Big fan of your channel Kev. I was fed up with Sunsun canister filters until now because they leaked all the time. Now I will try fluval as everyone say it’s great filter and branded. Will follow your instructions from the video❤
You'll love the FX series and never use any other canister after that 😊
Exactly how I'm going to set my fx6 up, thanks for showing the way
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁
Love fluval filters. I have hang on backs on my small tanks and a 207 on my 40gal. Id love to have a big tank one day with these fx filters
Recently bought a second hand tank and one of these came with it. Realised after trying a these steps that my pump is crap. It's leaking and won't pump water at all. Really don't like this filter, but your video was great! Finding your channel made it worh it after all... 😄
Sorry to hear that, you must have a lemon. I highly suggest you try a new one because these filters are at the top of the game. I have 4 and have never had a problem. Dont let 1 bad experience keep you from this power house of a filter 😊💪
@@KaveManAquatics Thanks for the reply man! Have you had any of eheims counterparts to this? If so, you still prefer these?
I'm currently setting up a 1000l (264 gallon) tank (knowing myself, pretty fully stocked with critters..). Guessing one fx6 (or similar) would be on the low side for a tank like that? Would 2 be enough you think, or should I even go with 3? Thanks in advance!
I searched for a video on tetra glofish by you but can't find . if you haven't done one ,I request you to do one . That would be very helpful. And thank you for all the wonderful videos .😊
With all the experience you got, you should have an online store for selling Cichlids … You will have tons of customers. Excellent channel!
Maybe one day 😁
Always posting great content! Love to see it!!👌🏼
Thank you bro! 😁 Glad you enjoyed it!
Yo Kaveman, Thanks for all your video's... I'm an OG Fish guy getting back into the Hobby. I have purchased the FX6 and will follow your guide on this video. I have a brand new 75G that I'm going to put South American Cichlids in itonce I have it up and running and cycled.... i know your video appears to be a year old. Anything else you want to add that might help me with my new setup....
Congrats on finding your way back to the hobby and on that new monster tank! 😁 Just to refresh your memory, my playlist for beginners will be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er
@@KaveManAquatics I watched it and quite a lot more. Thank you for taking time to help us inexperienced folks! One last qustion. You are putting both the Purigen & Chemi-Pure Blue to the filter? You just had it in the one already running.....
Excellent as always!!! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Congratulations on your new Sting Ray! Oh and filtration system!
Thank you! 😁
My dog *Trey* was very interested in this video 😆.. Man I don't need this FX6, but I want it so badly 😂
🤣🤣 Just convince yourself that you most likely WILL need it in the future anyway. Thats what I do 🤣🤣
Thanks for the update Kev! Good stuff, answers a lot of my questions.
My pleasure bro, glad you enjoyed it! 😁
Another 🔥 Video
Let's Go!!
Thank you bro! Glad you enjoyed it 😁💪
Hey Kev...my name is Kevin, and I am your new subscriber from South Africa. I owned a 4ft Malawi tank a few years back, and at first it was all going well, I had about +-25 Malawi's ( peacocks and mbuna's) oh and 2 frontosas ( my most favorite). They were around 3 to 5 cm. My frontosas were bigger though. Unfortunately, they all gradually died, so I did not take too well to it, and that led me to sell the entire setup. I have been watching your videos for almost 2 weeks now, and I have realized where I went wrong. I must say all your videos are by far the best I've seen, easy to understand, and most inspiring no disrespect to the other aquatic channels, but your videos stand out bro, because anyone can see just how passionate you are about this and most of all your honesty and transparency, you have inspired me to give this another try, with your videos I am confident that I will succeed. I did enjoy this video. However, I prefer sump filtration over the cannister.I would highly recommend your channel to others, fun to watch, and thank you very, very much Kev... God bless you and keep those videos coming, bro.
Thank you ! This made it so easy to set up:)
My pleasure! Glad it helped! 😁💪
Great video, great channel. Appreciate all the info.
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁
I'm just starting my own aquarium and your videos are definitely the most helpful in getting me setup correctly with clear water! I do have a question though. I'm looking to house a betta and some smaller fish like neon tetras.. which should I add first to the tank? I've seen nothing about an order specifically but thought there must be lol
I just joined 🎉 . I've just purchased a 75 gallon aquarium primarily for angelfish. I'm trying to figure out what filtration to purchase that is not too much flow for angelfish. I asked someone and they suggested Eheim filtration. I watch alot of your videos and would like your perspective. I see this canister has alot of good reviews. Appreciate all your help!! Blessings!
Eheim is a well known brand but I prefer Seachem or Fluval. If you’d like to go with an HOB the Seachem Tidal is the best. If you want to go canister I suggest the Fluval 407. Either one will work great for your tank with Angels 😁
Btw, Thanks for joining the membership. I appreciate your support! 😊💪
Great video as always!💯
Thank you bro, glad you enjoyed it! 😁
Page 10, Para 9, Art B12... Bwahahahaha, i fell fer that 😂😂😂
🤣🤣🤣 You like that one huh 💪
Thank you for the videos
My pleasure! 😁💪
I like how every video hes like “dont tell my wife im using this sink”
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I'm so ratting you out lol 😆, Thanks for the tutorial
It wasnt me 😁
Key, wing, thumb clamp to replace the supplied clamps works better and easier
IDK brother man, I’m probably gonna have to try your method. I just got back in the game about 2 years ago after a 10 year hiatus from the hobby. Back then the FX 6’s we’re just coming out. When I started my aquariums up again went with an eheim 2262 and an FX 6. And so far the FX 6 has left much to be desired. But I’m gonna try to hang with it. So my next maintenance day, gonna try your method.
Cool bro, hope to hear an update from you on how it goes! 💪
FOUND YOUR CHANNEL. u rock i had many tanks in past lost all due to hurricane 5-6 yrs ago started new tank never thought of new tank cycle i let it cycle for 2 week put some barchardi in . 1 week later only 1 fist left( ammonia). steadily watching your videos. thx for all your effort putting videos out. new subscriber
Thank you! Glad you didn’t give up and found your way back to the hobby 😊
kaveman Hey brother my daughter said nice Double fishtail bracelet.. she loves making them. She makes different kinds every day
Tell her I said thanks! My daughter made me this latest one. My kids love making them too 😁
I have 2 brand new FX6 on my 75 gallon. I got a good deal on them.
Nice! Congrats! 😁💪
2:53 haha "These are cute, but were not using them!" My kinda guy!
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Instead of the quick clear pad have you thought about getting the new Fluval UVC in line clearer?
Hai brother, im from malaysia and I do watch ur videos, it's very knowledgeable and helpful for my hobby. Thank you for that 🙏 . Can you please explain me the pros and cons of the lava rock and crush coral to use as bio media?
I clean my canister and filter pads about once a month, I have big fish that poop a lot and if I don’t my pads get full.
I use tank water, just give them a rinse and put them back and replace the carbon pads.
All the pads every month? The FX6 can go much longer than that, even with big fish. Leaving it alone longer also helps to maintain a healthy colony of bacteria. Try letting it get extra dirty, go 2 or 3 months without a full cleaning. Just replace your fine pad and carbon monthly and let me know if you see a boost in your water clarity! 😁
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Oh no bud lol just the carbon pad. I’ve noticed that if I go longer the more nasty they are and harder to clean. I’ve had to completely replace the other pads because they were so clogged I couldn’t just rinse the gunk out.
Viewer request! Put some bulkheads in your tank and hook up the fX6 that way so I can watch you do it (and then do it myself). Thanks! 😊
Hey kave do you have a video on how to upgrade your FX 4
I know this is way off topic for you great video, but would you be able to do an explanation video on water evaporation and how to add water during nitrogen cycle (fishless and fish-in) and established tanks?
Hey, thanks for your videos, happy to see a fellow Dominican on this platform. So my question is, I have a 75 gallon, prepping for peacocks. I have 2 FX4! I was told by my reputable LFS that just one fx4 would suffice for this project. I got 2. Is this enough?
Just looking at getting a new aquarium after a few years out. Found you from insta, top quality video pal very informative 👏👏
Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪
I just set up an FX6 using your method. I almost cried when I saw how nice my 150 Tall looked this morning. It has been such a struggle that I was considering leaving the hobby. Thank You so much for your videos!!!!! Do you think using this media set up will work with non Fluval canisters as well?
That’s awesome! Glad I was able to help you overcome that obstacle and stick with the hobby!! Yes this will work with non fluval canister but keep in mind you need to know the direction water travels in that filter and load it up accordingly. 😁
Tried this way of setting up the fx6 with the matrix and used the top tray and sandwiched the chemi-blu between 2 of the Quick clear pads and water is still cloudy 4 days later. Rinsed the matrix media very good also. New tank set up 125 Gallon.
You are most likely going through a bacterial bloom. Search for “kaveman bacterial bloom” for a great video 😊
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Any advice for a young albino pacu with epistylis?
Hi , I loved and learned a lot from your videos, im a begging at this hobby so your helping me understand alot ...nay i k n ow where you got those beautiful background on your aquarium? Thanks
Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁 All my backgrounds are from aquadecorbackgrounds.com Tell them KaveMan sent you, lol Also use code Kaveman10 at checkout for a 10% discount 😊
I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er
AND, you should also check out my new APP for beginners as well! - aquabuildr.com
I use 2 FX6s on my 120g cichlid tank. Great vid. Just a little note Kev. The Stability should be added after the Prime so there is no interaction with untreated water. Your tanks are rockin! Question, why do you run your intake hose halfway into the tank?
Chlorine doesn’t kill bacteria instantly. I sometimes begin adding tap water to the tank and then add the prime. Either way has shown to work fine without any issues 😊
I love your channel. What Fluval filter should use for my 50 gallon fish tank? Fluval 307 or 407? I will be glad if you reply my comment. Thanks for all your educative vidoes
Go with the 407 😁
@KaveManAquatics ok thank you 😊
Setting up a new 75 with a background soon. Does your background have holes in it? The reason I ask is how does all the fish waste get behind the background to the filter intake?
The intakes create suction behind the background.
Wouldn’t adding tap water before adding prime kill the beneficial bacteria in stability ?
Hello! Super cool channel, greetings! I want to ask you, started a new aquarium 480 liters / 125 gallons. I have installed 2 FX 6 filters, 2 wavemakers, 1 FX UVC In-Line Clarifier. I have upgraded the media with matrix, Glass ceramic Bio-MAX White Fluval, Carbon with zeolite and Purijen by Seachem. Can I put the following fish in the aquarium:
2 Oscars
2 Parrots
1 Jack Dempsey
1 Green Terror
3 Blue Acara Cichlid
1 Polypterus
If you put the chemical on top like you say don’t you think the nitrogen process will be disturbed by the purigen removing what was intended for the bio media (nitrogen cycle) ?? Seachem also states this about Purigen
Could you do a video on how to do a water change on an FX6
Not sure what you mean by "on an FX6" But here's my playlist with tons of FX6 content 😊 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8N4952LL3ElXj3J9R9iacFv
@@KaveManAquatics thanks for your fast response 😊 I bought an fx6 and would like you to show us how to do a water change with it since i did a water change but im not sure if i used the correct method. Thanks in advance and keep up the good work
Here's a great video on water changes, not much changes when having an FX6 - ruclips.net/video/y2rOo5UcO94/видео.html
@@KaveManAquatics Thanks a lot
Could you please share and describe what are chemical media
Chemical media can remove unwanted dissolved organics, tannins, and even medications from the water. They can help in getting your water clearer than it is. But chemical media is always just optional, never necessary. I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er
kev!!! do you have a setup video for a fx4 by chance?
No, but you can setup the same way as this. You just have 1 less tray for medía. 😁
I managed to get a 2nd hand but unused fx6 for £50… When here in the uk they cost £250 new
hey man, how wide is the widest part of the filter, i don't think it will fit through my cabinet doors
Hello. I just bought an fx6 to replace my cascade 1000. Can I use my chemi pure blue in this filter? Thanks.
Hey kev, How come you chose canister filters over sumps?