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  1. rich_one

    WTB: Big tank canister filter

    Looking for a canister filter for a 220 gallon tank. My preference would be a Fluval FX5 or FX6, but I would certainly consider other options, depending on make, price and condition. I do not want anything broken or a sump or wet/dry. Happy to pickup or pay for shipping. Pics, please...
  2. etu1002

    FS: tank and canister filter

    Hi, I have the following for sale, 20 gallon long tank that comes with driftwood, rocks, lid, Aquaclear 20, heater and whisper 40 air pump - all for $30 Marineland C220 canister filter - $40, it's less than a year old. Eric
  3. Vinh2o

    Sponge Filter Guide Lines?

    I have recently set up a number of 40 breeder tanks and have decided to go primarily with Sponge Filters. The tanks will be used mainly for Fry grow out, a breeder group here and there, and quarantine tanks. What is the guide line for sponge filter size. For my canisters and HOB I go for 10 to...
  4. D

    New to Canister filter!

    Hi, So I recently (on sunday) upgraded to 56 tall and will be using a canister - fluval 404 for the very first time. I have been told that i basically have to clean/change/replace (basically mess with the filter) every 6 months How true is this? Do i need to do any more frequent less tedious...
  5. unknown_saint

    for sale: marineland 350 canister filter

    $80. firm. pick-up in evenings only, in fairfax. sorry, i'm unable to attend meetings ever. i paid about $100 (shipped) for this on ebay, brand new, not even a month ago--june 12, to be exact--just decided to go in a different direction with my filtration. all of my other canisters are sunsun...
  6. ricksnipe

    WTB FLUVAL FX5 FILTER

    Hey family! I'm looking to buy a additional FX5 filter. Please let me know you you have one you would like to sell. It has to be in pretty good shape.
  7. DiscusnAfricans

    DIY Sponge Filter Uplift tubes?

    I have a bunch of Hydro sponge filters, and I'm missing uplift tubes for some of them. Anyone know a good DIY solution to make more? I'm assuming its just a matter of finding the right diameter rigid tubing, but wanted to ask if anyone had found something.
  8. zackcrack00

    WTB 29, Filter, Light, Hood

    Looking for a 29-gallon and set up for my teacher. I need a light, filter, and tank.
  9. Vinh2o

    What brand of Sponge Filter do you use?

    Just curious what brand of sponge filters people use. I see Aqua Top Classics, Hydro Sponge III, and Lee's Filters. I notice some brands make it easy to purchase replacement Sponges. Also what pumps are you using with them? Sent from my iPhone using MonsterAquariaNetwork app
  10. AquaStudent

    Crazy Inexpensive Filter?!?!

    I've read this page a few different times over the past few days and I'm still not sure. I may end up calling Drs. F + S to ask them to clarify (hopefully it's not a mistake). I'm looking at upgrading a canister filter and am trying to decide between an Eheim2217, Fluval 406, and one of the...
  11. mchambers

    Free HOB filter

    I have an old "Secondnature Whisper Power Filter" free to anyone who wants it. It's big: has two chambers for filter cartridges and has the number 3 on the cover. It runs, and pumps a lot of water, but you'd have to supply the filter media. Also, the intake tube is missing the cover, so...
  12. A

    HOB FILTER MATERIAL vs Catridges

    Has anyone use Polyfiber batting material in there HOB filters rather than the cartridges? I've heard that the batting is also an excellent media and is actually a little thicker, more effective, less expensive and lasts significantly longer. If so, do you still actually need the carbon or...
  13. frkyltn

    for sale: fluval fx5 canister filter $175 firm

    For sale $175 firm. Fluval Fx5 canister filter. Runs perfect. No leaks. New hosing, new rim connector clips, new purge vaulve, new intake strainer. All new parts are 3 weeks old. Canister is filled with carbon, pinky pads, sponges and bio rings. All media and sponges are 3 weeks old. No extra...
  14. Thai

    250lbs of pool filter sand *free*

    All packed up in a heavy duty container, come haul it away for free!!!
  15. Jmty

    pool filter sand

    got i think 4 buckets of it for free exchange buckets or $5 a bucket pick up only close to pvas. mtg.place
  16. Becca

    FS/T: 150 (+?) lbs of Pool Filter Sand

    I have a mix of mostly pool filter sand with a little bit of pea gravel that came out of our 150 gallon fish tank several months ago. It's at least 3 50lb bags worth, though there might be more in there as well, I really don't remember. We've decided against using it in the metaframe for...
  17. Gyarados

    My DIY overhead filter

    Hey guys, just finished building an overhead trickle filter and figured I'd share for feedback. Anyone else here running overhead filters? Here's a crappy Iphone video https://vid.me/pTe3 Plumbing: 1" Bulkhead on the intake and a 2" on the drain. The pvc in the filter has 70-80 holes...
  18. Lord Fauntleroy

    FS Undergravel Filter

    Three 22.25 x 16 inch panels with 3 maxjet 1200s for $40. Never ran it myself. Came with my 180.
  19. Howie

    Pre-washed Pool filter sand

    Does anybody have an experiences with pre-washed pool filter sand? Living in a highrise condo without a back yard has me dreading the thought of rinsing 100+ lbs of sand multiple times in my kitchen sink. Where do I buy pre washed sand? How much? Thanks all!
  20. R

    WTB: Wet/Dry filter for 180 gallon tank

    If you have one for sale, please PM me.
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