Fluval Flex: Unboxing and Setup

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A new aquarium from Fluval! The Fluval Flex adds elements of two popular tank styles the Spec and the Edge to give you a very unique looking all in one aquarium kit.
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[@vicaroo001]

"If you want to give your fish a seizure..." lol

[@tink37713]

thunder storms stimulate breeding

[@factumDiabolus]

@@tink37713 Fish also like to cozy up near the fireplace when it's stormy outside.

[@linkfromhyrule6840]

"Bold curve design,just like me" lmao I died 😂

[@pecktec]

I had to point that out. LOL

[@dmichaelsfishden]

Lol - that was great - or....could have gone with "the Flex has an all in one filter system, just like me."

[@jareen19871]

ha ha ha

[@dib1497]

Thanks for the quick reply

[@themightyren]

Me too!

[@dabhenjiman8694]

I change mine to red every time I feed. And now they know what red means and swim round like piranhas

[@dennisgall2237]

Why didn't I think of that - I've had this tank for almost a year I've only used blue and white, white during the day and blue all night as a nightligh. LOL.

[@dabhenjiman8694]

dennis gall it amazed me that they know the red light means food now. Train yours with a colour. The reason I thought of it was some fish didn’t realise food had been dropped in, and then miss feeding I thought there must be something to let them know it’s feeding so I tried it. It took a few times but not long

[@dabhenjiman8694]

Todd Sanderson laugh all you like buddy... it’s a true story

[@belle369]

That’s super smart

[@Biffinnbridge]

Pavlov’s fish

[@MississippiKitten]

My Fluval Flex was just delivered a couple days ago and I was looking for aquascape inspiration. I'm so very glad I came across your video. I also watched several others, including the mods you made. As I'd like to keep shrimp for the first time, I really appreciate the info on using sponges on the big filter intakes. That could've been a costly mistake for me. Your plant recommendations are spot on and helped me with my ordering. Thank you so much for this. I'm now a subscriber and probably a fan for life. In the past, I've had as many as 20 tanks going, from 220g to 5g. I'm just now getting back into it and the new products on the market are amazing. I appreciate you breaking them down for me! Cheers!

[@thebigfellacole3757]

This is by far my favorite tank I own. Sure, people have massive 15000 gallon reef tanks, and 200 gallon Cichlid tanks, but the look and simplicity of the flex makes it so cool.

[@BreakerInc]

Just ordered mine, so excited!

[@angiekelly9382]

I just got this tank for Christmas off my partner for the side of my bed. You have done your tank so nicely. Thank you for sharing.

[@jeremywoodard7340]

Thanks, man for this video. I have been watching your channel for a while but this was the very first of your episodes that I watched. I just bought this tank for my bedroom. You've inspired me. I appreciate what you do!

[@redwingblackbird8306]

I just went to World of Fish today, for the first time in years. I did not even know there were tiny tanks in this shape. Thanks for showing it off.

[@damizza82]

pecktec I've been watching your channel for a few years. I'm so happy you have this aquarium from Fluval to do an unboxing and review on. Ever since Fluval announced it I've been curious because of it's unique shape. I had a Fluval Edge, but sold it due to the limitations in working/maintenance space based on the access port on the tank. I watch a lot of unboxing, review, aquascaping, and stocking videos here on youtube and I have found yours to be one of a couple of the highest calibre. I appreciate you sharing your time with us all as well as your knowledge and passion for the hobby. Honestly, I was so excited to see a Fluval Flex video from you! I'll be curious to see update videos and further reviews of the Fluval Flex from you before I decide ultimately to purchase one. Thank you again!!

[@pecktec]

+damizza82 wow that's so. Ice! Thanks

[@pecktec]

+pecktec lol so.. nice.

[@damizza82]

oh you are most welcome! I also really enjoy your aqua scaping and I love the jungle in the 27 gallon cube I believe it is. In your updates that is one of my favourites and also the monte carlo carpeting in your kitchen Spec V. I'm curious to see how live plants do in the spec as when I get one I'd like to have live plants and try the monte carlo. It's been a few years since I've had an aquarium. I do have one question, with the ADA amazonian aqua soil is it the regular size or the smaller "powder" size recommended for nano tanks in your fluval Spec V? Thanks!!!

[@rochelled1215]

I really appreciate your videos. You saved me from a bad purchase, then showed me a better one. Thank you

[@lelanidixon7941]

Cool new tank design, I'm looking for a new tank and this may work with the stand I just got. The stand was originally built to display art and is small by sturdy, so I think it will hold the 15 gallon - depending on dimensions. I love dragon stone - you just can't go wrong with it. My favorite line was "If you want to give your fish a seizure" exactly my thought when I saw it. The "Bold curve design" was pretty funny too. Great video!

[@jamesfletcher9268]

I just picked up one of these 15 gallon tanks a few weeks ago...nothing but happy with it. My plants are growing like crazy.

[@pecktec]

very cool! Thanks for watching!

[@formeraide529]

Be careful if you fill it completely. The top has a dome area in the middle back to allow cords and airlines to be brought in. If it is completely full the fish can swim into the filter area and then to the intake chamber or pump chamber. As the water level drops they become trapped in the back. I have found both fish and snails in the pump side several times.

[@Divinelyintricate]

Just commenting back to bring more attention to this comment for other 💕

[@toneloke5145]

@@formeraide529 have you got the covers to stop them getting through.?

[@eccentrichydroponics6386]

I have to say, even though at this time I don't have the time anymore for tanks. I always found more relaxation and enjoyment in the actual setting up of them and building wet/dry filters. So these videos allowed me that zen time without the hassles or debt :-) Thanks for posting them! It was time well spent watching an empty tank transform.

[@pecktec]

+Eccentric Hydroponics ha! Thanks so much! I'm happy to do that for you.

[@CatS-te1hv]

"Bold, curved design - just like me!" I had to stop the video and just giggle. 😂

[@yungliem6031]

Just bought my Fluval Flex 34L today! Can’t wait to get this set up!

[@bycrooler1132]

Is it good?

[@TheWinger1008]

Very nice setup. Just picked mine up. You've give me some great ideas.

[@cathyrobidoux9140]

I love how excited you are. Great video

[@GrimFelArt]

This tank is beautiful. Love the aquascape.

[@aveychristiansen4588]

Recently purchased this for my son for his birthday. I watched this video just before setting it up and it was the perfect thing to make me feel like I knew what I was doing :)

[@pecktec]

Glad I could help!

[@AvyFerg]

1. SOTD Poster =

[@GTO2710]

I have the 34ltr with embers and amanos and the lights I find are great my tank is so overgrown withing a few weeks of trimming back I love it. Thanks for the video man 👌

[@connorwisowaty784]

such a new and cool tank design. wish i had the space for one.

[@deanhampton1527]

Great vid! Wanted to make sure I did everything right. Looks great I'm excited to get mine going.

[@dangobycon5664]

Thanks for the video Sean, the Flex looks great and the Aquascape will be very interesting to see over the next few months.

[@pecktec]

+Dango Bycon thanks I have high hopes for this one.

[@ScottOSaurus]

I watched this as I set my fluval up on Christmas eve as well! Hoping mine turns out :-)

[@DJ_LittlePea]

I'm super jealous that tank looks great .... hope you had a great Christmas Day Sean 🎄😍

[@APVRulez]

The tank looks awesome!

[@linaelvira]

Love your 'rinsing bucket'! :) genius idea ! Love those stones in the setup, looks amazing!

[@pecktec]

+linaelvira yeah I get the pickle buckets from a local deli for cheep so it seemed ideal for a huge colander.

[@TheKiwibirder]

Love this tank! Definitely getting one! Thanks!

[@Cheeky-Wizard]

Just bought this tank and thanks for the tips on how to set it up. I don't think I'll be giving my fish the 'lightning treatment' but the nightlight idea sounds great. A really cool informative video :)

[@warmachine0813]

Looks great. I really enjoyed the video. Thanks

[@pvt_busdriver5454]

completely sold me! thanks for the throughoughough review ;)

[@its_stone_henge7561]

Super awesome video, I just finished setting mine up!

[@StephyNicole]

I love the look of this tank!

[@julieh0410]

Great video! It helped me decide to get this tank :) They have made the grates in the back smaller, so harder for anyone to go where they, are not supposed to go :) and love you channel, please keep up the good work :D ( sorry if there is a couple of spelling errors, english is not my first language)

[@TurnFullCircle]

Hi just recently found your channel and have been slowly going through your excellent videos....really enjoying the journey.....thanks for sharing.....Chris from the uk

[@RachelOLeary]

looks like it woud be easy to add additional strip LED DIY style in that lid at least. I have one of these sitting in my basement as well. i actually don't like the honeycombing, interrupts scaping a bit depending on what youa re doing. Looking forward to seeing how this does in time.

[@pecktec]

+Rachel O'leary I was thinking the same thing about the lights. The frosted tops on the other tanks they do it a bit nicer. I noticed it seems to block the light a little too when your closer to eye level. So I wonder if that was part of the decision to put it around the top instead of just the filter part like the specs. I'd be interested to hear what ideas you have for all that space in the filter area.

[@pepethefrog1267]

i have one of these... do you recommend as a saltwater tank? or just use it for my pea puffers and crayfish?

[@BearNecessitiesOfLife]

I have always enjoyed your unboxing and set up videos! Great job and awesome tank!

[@pecktec]

+Bear Necessities thanks! I wish they made more tanks. But I am running out of room.

[@malsearle]

first vid of yours ive seen , great job , whish i cud aquascape that easy

[@ericematey6073]

Thanks for sharing. Just purchased the same tank today

[@dmichaelsfishden]

Another great vid! Can't wait to try this Flex out. Fluval's designers certainly have been spending extra time in the "think tank." Love your unboxings!

[@pecktec]

+dmichaels fish den thanks I think it's pretty cool.

[@matmooNZ]

Another excellent video buddy! Merry Christmas too, hope you had/have a great Christmas day from New Zealand!

[@pecktec]

+Mat Dyer thanks so much! I totally want to visit! What are fish stores like there?

[@BronwenBudgets]

Merry Christmas pecktec! Another great video and will look forward to seeing progress updates. All the best for the new year, greetings from London :)

[@pecktec]

A happy Christmas to you! Thanks for spending some of it with me.

[@jonasjonasen5420]

happy xmas and keep a clean tank ...

[@eugenebarthmallow8350]

With the cut out slot you could either grow bamboo or use it for co2! Awesome set up

[@MrTeddycozmik]

Thanks, just unboxed mine. Going from a 5gal Edge to this 15. I'd really like to add my Fluval Spec light in addition. Much appreciate your video!

[@dirtybaker]

I've been watching videos and looking at all the Fluval tanks since the Edge came out. Flex seems way easier to maintain. I am just concerned about the ease of cleaning and setting up which is why I have never got one. Thanks for your videos! I've watched a few now.

[@Milquetoast702]

Thank you so much! Just got my Fluval Flex and I needed something effective but not complicated!!! Fingers crossed 🤞

[@pecktec]

Glad to help!

[@KGcichlids]

I love that look of the tank!

[@pecktec]

+KG cichlids me too

[@gardenstatedental9728]

very cool review thanks

[@sherrytraveny1846]

I like the aquarium a lot looks good.

[@dagmarakozlicka1124]

Great video !!!

[@kasieleow9608]

I'm getting the black one from my sister's husband as a surprise gift I found out about today! And I absolutely love this aquarium! I don't have it yet but in few days they said I should have it. Which makes me excited. They are personally buying a nice stand for it on Amazon as well for it. And I know it's going to be absolutely gorgeous when fully setup. Love your video I'm a new subscriber and will start following you for this aquarium.

[@aarondavies8486]

Hi mate how is it going with your new tank I have just got the flex 123l they are amazing I would get yourself a filter basket for where the big sponge goes

[@Meskwaki]

Thank you for highlighitng the dragon stone. I ordered some today!

[@pecktec]

You are so welcome!

[@pascal3899]

Great Job! Greetings from Berlin 🤘🏻

[@kharmoniet]

I just found your channel. Your great! Love the music too.

[@pecktec]

kharmoniet thanks a bunch!

[@kg2nc]

Looks very nice I like the way you arranged the rocks. Merry Christmas to you and the family.

[@pecktec]

Merry Christmas to you!

[@BreakerInc]

I'm about to get this tank, lol, and.. This is the first time I've enjoyed watching someone scape, very nice :O

[@pecktec]

Glad you like it!

[@kuylen67]

great looking tank , cant wait to get my hands on one have to wait do , not in belgium yet greetings from Belgium and the best wishes for 2017 HAPPY NEW YEAR

[@pecktec]

+Danny Kuylen thanks Danny happy new year!

[@kirsten2858]

"Bold, curved design. Just like me." You got me there 😂😂😂

[@jeanmaluzo6909]

Nice aquarium

[@uberuberdude101]

cool tank

[@beyondaquaticdesign7307]

Happy new year Peckec

[@krispewkreme4510]

Bold, curved design. Just like me. I'm sold. Looking into the Fluavl Flex. Eventually I'd like to set up 2 and do an aquarium bridge.

[@pecktec]

+Markywahlbarger wow that would be neat!

[@Alexandra-fw3qn]

Your comments are the best 😂 "if you want to give your fish a seizure"

[@symbolicsin]

I love your videos Pecktec !

[@pecktec]

+symbolicsin thanks! I love your enthusiasm!

[@tizok100]

you make the best aquatic reviews..

[@pecktec]

+Omar Alvarez thanks so much that's very nice of you!

[@ledfed1912]

you can just superglue some mesh netting on the inside to prevent fish getting sucked in.

[@isoaqua5825]

more tank tours !!!!

[@joycew9941]

got some buch thanks so much for the tip

[@teeboaquatics4011]

I really love your videos, another great one! Stay funky :)

[@pecktec]

Thanks!

[@Hunterny64]

Looks great. I subbed

[@julioarturovargas9913]

Fluval Outstanding products.

[@juliusmoro261]

The opening on the top is for a (optional) Skimmer PS2 :))

[@MrHoney2U]

Looking forward to how this light works out. Was looking at one of these the other day.

[@jamesfletcher9268]

MrHoney2U I've had no problem getting plants to grow in mine

[@graceflynn3445]

You’re so funny😂I love your videos!!!

[@pecktec]

Thanks!

[@KisJPEG]

Merry Christmas, Sean!

[@pecktec]

Marry Christmas!

[@rickborman3098]

Hiya!! I kept fish for 25 years in tanks up to 260 litres....but sort of drifted away from the hobby about 18 months ago.... However, the word "nano" intrigued me and although not technically nano, I have today bought the 57 litre flex based on your vid (and a couple of others) 😀. I just wanted to let you know that the tank is now fitted with two removable smaller opening grids that clip over the rather large channels in the flex! I am not 100% sure but I reckon the slits are narrow enough to keep most fry and Khuli loaches out!!! Now I am staring at my tank hoping the heater I have ordered arrives tomorrow so I can get it stabilised and begin cycling at the weekend!!!!

[@pecktec]

Yeah they started adding those a few months after this video. Coincidence??? Welcome back to the hobby and thanks for watching!

[@planbnewssource8259]

Nice green chair. I've had like 3 of those all given to me by my or another persons grandma's.lol. I'm subscribing i dog it

[@matthewdespaw879]

pretty cool setup i want a flex

[@RosiePosieBabie]

Ace video dude right on

[@pecktec]

Thanks Rose!

[@ammo381]

Giving your fish Seizure lool. Great video as always! Marry Christmas

[@pecktec]

+ammo381 thanks! Marry Christmas!

[@MT-qf7nu]

Love ur videos got myself a flex 15 about 5 months ago got it established. However I want to completely redo it as a planted cardinal tetra tank. What do you think is the best rock and plants to use to get it looking similar to yours and the pic on the front of the box

[@flemishitalian]

''wauw that's interesting.. if you want to give your fish a seizure or something." LOL! I just purchased this aquarium myself and my first thought with the 'thunderstorm' function was indeed: ''Ok, but why?'' ..

[@KyleDaniels477]

awesome video, I just subscribed

[@tommann1096]

Nice video

[@karenjackson7837]

Great scape & u r fun👉🏿🤗

[@Hunter-vz6ve]

I saw one of these setup in a fish store last week. It is lovely; prettier than my nano bow front. I gotta check prices.

[@FishDug]

Great video. We bought two Flex 15 aquariums from Amazon last week (No LFS carried the Flex). When they were delivered one of them contained two plastic 'auxiliary' filter port covers/grates that snap onto the existing filter inlet ports. These 'aux' grates have much narrower openings. I assume this is a 'new' feature of the Flex that will (should) become standard going forward.

[@pecktec]

+FishDug ha! That must be new.

[@cynthiaschneider9002]

Thanks so much for posting this, it was so helpful. I love the song you've played during the video. I would love to know the names. :D

[@pecktec]

I’ll have to go look at the music I normally put links in the description.

[@scotty677]

Fantastic video, has really helped me with this tank a d how to set up, is there any way i could see what you have done with the filter floss, and a video on cleaning this tank would b fantastic, if you cld include how to clean the sponge and media tht wld b fantastic !!!!!

[@davidperrin1675]

Like your videos.

[@stephenross9101]

ive been interested in one of these tanks

[@TropicalFishSuccess1]

Haha... "bold curved design.. just like me..." great video.

[@pecktec]

+Tropical Fish Success oh yeah!

[@MrDanAng1]

I really like this tank, the only thing is I think the entire filter setup is stupid. It have potential though, and I'm really pleased with it since I had some modifications done. The most annoying thing with the default filter setup is that there is about 2L or half a gallon of filter volume, but about half a deciliter (1-2 oz) of biological media, so I cut up the spunge into smaller pieces, one for the bottom and one for the top and then I had place for biological media in about 2/3 of the space instead of the tiny little bag. But I also filled in the gaps in the wall to the inlets of the second chamber almost to the top so the water have to flow from top to bottom to get maximum time for the water to actually pass the filter media, not bypass it. I'm very pleased with how the filter turned out, it's a huge filter for such a small tank!

[@pennylynn1111]

Wow~~~what a neato tank huh? Thank you for the video!!!...and I really do love the tank? Will I get one..? Perhaps for my birthday? and BTW...I think you have a great sense of humor...

[@pecktec]

+Penny jarschke thanks so much!

[@becholden8352]

Thank you,

[@andrewwillard2313]

I've been hoping you would do a video on this tank!

[@pecktec]

I did this ones super quick. :)