Fluval Flex 9 Build

[Alex’s_Mini_Reef]

Decided on converting the Flex 9 to Salt, I got a hell of deal so I took the gamble vs going for a Waterbox Or IM 10 Gallon Cube

The following modifications where done:

Intank Media Basket
Intank Lower Plug
IM Mini DC Pump
Random Flow Nozzle


Its been up for a little over one week using MircoBacter XLM let’s just say never using it again , Poured a bottle of Turbostart and over night almost dropped Ammonia to 0

2 Little Orange Storm Clowns Are Set To Arrive Friday ,If All goes good in a couple month will be making this tank a Anemone Tank

 

[CasperOe]

Looks like you're off to a good start! Thanks for sharing

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Decided on converting the Flex 9 to Salt, I got a hell of deal so I took the gamble vs going for a Waterbox Or IM 10 Gallon Cube

The following modifications where done:

Intank Media Basket
Intank Lower Plug
IM Mini DC Pump
Random Flow Nozzle


Its been up for a little over one week using MircoBacter XLM let’s just say never using it again , Poured a bottle of Turbostart and over night almost dropped Ammonia to 0

2 Little Orange Storm Clowns Are Set To Arrive Friday ,If All goes good in a couple month will be making this tank a Anemone Tank

Great looking start! Love the way those flex tanks look

 

[Fishyj]

Thinking about getting one of these tanks. Are you going to be upgrading the light?

 

[saltienewb]

Following! I have a 15 flex and have always wanted to convert it but my wife would kill me if I got rid of the hateful 8 (cardinal tetras) and my skrimps.

Interested to see how you convert it. Any plans for a mini protein skimmer eventually? Converting the light?
Check out lidpropshop on Etsy. He has a clear acrylic that would look good with a 16hd prime or equivalent

 

[Alex’s_Mini_Reef]

Thinking about getting one of these tanks. Are you going to be upgrading the light?

I have a AI Prime 16 HD , the light on the tank probably trash just going to wait on the 3 month mark to install

 

[Alex’s_Mini_Reef]

Following! I have a 15 flex and have always wanted to convert it but my wife would kill me if I got rid of the hateful 8 (cardinal tetras) and my skrimps.

Interested to see how you convert it. Any plans for a mini protein skimmer eventually? Converting the light?
Check out lidpropshop on Etsy. He has a clear acrylic that would look good with a 16hd prime or equivalent

I honestly regret not getting the Flex 15 , would have been good to have those extra 6 gallons. You should definitely convert over nothing beats saltwater in my opinion.

Honestly Iv never been a fan of Protein skimmers on a nano , I feel like weekly 20% water changes will do the job.

I did see the Lids , I ended up going for the Kraken Reef Lid I should be getting it tomorrow.

 

[Alex’s_Mini_Reef]

And there visual life in the tank now apart from all the bacteria swimming around

 

[lujanroy75]

Decided on converting the Flex 9 to Salt, I got a hell of deal so I took the gamble vs going for a Waterbox Or IM 10 Gallon Cube

The following modifications where done:

Intank Media Basket
Intank Lower Plug
IM Mini DC Pump
Random Flow Nozzle


Its been up for a little over one week using MircoBacter XLM let’s just say never using it again , Poured a bottle of Turbostart and over night almost dropped Ammonia to 0

2 Little Orange Storm Clowns Are Set To Arrive Friday ,If All goes good in a couple month will be making this tank a Anemone Tank

Sweet set up. Can you provide links to your upgrades. I have the same set up. I just converted lights I’m laser cutting my own lid also have changed out sump pump. I’m in search of a skimmer that will work and was looking for a media basket myself. Your help would be greatly appreciated

 

[Gumbies R Us]

And there visual life in the tank now apart from all the bacteria swimming around

Love the clowns!

 

[Alex’s_Mini_Reef]

Sweet set up. Can you provide links to your upgrades. I have the same set up. I just converted lights I’m laser cutting my own lid also have changed out sump pump. I’m in search of a skimmer that will work and was looking for a media basket myself. Your help would be greatly appreciated

Hello Unfortunately , It came down pretty quick and went to a bigger setup since it was no longer going to be at my desk, I do have a brand new Kraken Reef Lid if you decide not to make your own . As far as skimmer I would not add one , I feel like WC as far easier and cost effective