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.
How to Make Your Fluval Spec Aquarium Betta Friendly
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
Use a Pot Scrubber / Sponge In the Fluval Spec Aquarium Filter
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
Should You Use the Activated Carbon Bag in Your Fluval Spec Aquarium?
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
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
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
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
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- 3 of 4
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