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Category: Spec Mods

As good as the Fluval Spec line of Aquariums is, there are many ways to improve on their product. Mods can range from complex and inventive to extremely simple.

This group of articles showcases some of the most important improvements you can make to your Spec.

hydor theo heater in a fluval spec v aquarium

Aquarium Heater Suggestions for Fluval Spec Aquariums

Posted on 2014/11/012020/01/09 by Nate
What I like best about the Fluval Spec line of aquariums is their ‘all in one’ appearance, where the display tank, lights, and filtration system are all in one box. When setting up our Spe... Read More

How to Make Your Fluval Spec Aquarium Betta Friendly

Posted on 2014/10/152020/01/09 by Nate
Both the Fluval Spec III and Spec V Aquariums make great homes for Betta fish, otherwise known as Siamese Fighting Fish.  Many people make the mistake of keeping their Betta fish in very small, 1 ga... Read More
fiilter mod for fluval spec

Use a Pot Scrubber / Sponge In the Fluval Spec Aquarium Filter

Posted on 2014/10/112020/01/09 by Nate
I was kicking around ways to substitute improved filter media into my Fluval Spec V and found some people in forums suggesting common materials to substitute. Among them were nylon pot scrubbers, scot... Read More
fluval spec carbon filter bag with biomax bag

Should You Use the Activated Carbon Bag in Your Fluval Spec Aquarium?

Posted on 2014/09/072020/01/09 by Nate
The stock filtration system of a Fluval Spec series aquarium comes with three components of filter media.  They Share on Facebook  Read more...... Read More

DIY Cooling Fan Project for Fluval Spec Aquarium

Posted on 2014/07/292020/01/09 by Nate
My initial test of evaporative fan cooling for our Spec V went so well I decided to pursue a more permanent solution than the desk fan on the bar. It was working great, but had much to be desired Shar... Read More

Storage and Cord Management Ideas for Your Fluval Spec Aquarium

Posted on 2014/03/172020/08/21 by Nate
What drew me to the Fluval Spec line of Aquariums is the simplicity – Aquarium, pump, filter, light all in one container.  This was important as the only place we have to display an aquarium is... Read More

Basics of Aquarium Maintenance for Your Fluval Spec

Posted on 2014/03/032023/05/29 by Nate
Everyone manages the maintenance and cleaning of their aquarium differently, but I thought it would be helpful to go over the basics of maintaining our Freshwater Fluval Spec V.  This should apply to... Read More

How (and why) to Plug the Bypass Opening on Your Fluval Spec Aquarium

Posted on 2014/02/142020/01/09 by Nate
I discuss a bit in my Fluval Spec V review about the design of the filtration system in the Spec series of aquariums and, specifically, what that little slot is in the back wall (toward the bottom). I... Read More
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