FX6 Replacement Hose Options

I’ve just setup an FX6 but really not keen on the corrugated hose and clips, someone recommended using the JBL Outset/InSet kits which are 19/25, I could then use a quality Eheim 19/27 hose. The 19/27 hose also should fit snuggly straight on to the stock Fluval valves that connect to the top of the FX6.

Has anyone else tried this? Are there any better off the shelf products? I’m not great with DIY so would prefer a stock off the shelf product if possible. Open to options though.

Whilst the 19/27 hose is a bit smaller than the stock hose which I believe is 24mm ID, is this an issue? I have a moderately stocked 360L tank.

I use a 407 fluval with the corrugated hoses. I was initially concerned about them but have used them for over a year without any issue. The one thing I like about them is that they will not collapse under a normal vacuum, ie the return line, and are next to impossible to kink. Have you considered just using the ones that came with the filter.

Uberhoust said:

I use a 407 fluval with the corrugated hoses. I was initially concerned about them but have used them for over a year without any issue. The one thing I like about them is that they will not collapse under a normal vacuum, ie the return line, and are next to impossible to kink. Have you considered just using the ones that came with the filter.

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That’s what I’m using now, I just hoped something similar to the Eheim installation kits comes available for the Fluval.