FLuval 13.5 Filter Upgrade Suggestions

ScottyD36 · Nov 13, 2020

I am looking to upgrade the Pump in my Fluval 13.5 tank. It doesnt seem to create enough flow that I want, I was wondering if anyone has updated their tank to a better pump or has any suggestions for a pump that would fit into third chamber if this tank. Thanks

kingoftheHiLLpeople · Nov 13, 2020

Eheim 1000

InvaderJim · Nov 13, 2020

I have a sicce 1.0 with a VCA RFG in mine and its a great combo

Cole.mormon · Dec 28, 2020

Plus one on sicce
Best pump ever

NeonRabbit221B · Dec 28, 2020

InvaderJim said:
I have a sicce 1.0 with a VCA RFG in mine and its a great combo

Ditto. i ran an MJ1200 for a year before it crapped out on me about a month after it was discontinued.

Also I have this 3D printed media basket. A little strip of two layer filter floss and change that weekly keeps all the gunk/uneaten food from decaying. This style really forces the water through the basket and blocks the slots into chamber 2 so you end up with a more traditional baffle flow.