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Offline JeffroM

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FX5 versus FX6
« on: March 07, 2013, 01:04:20 PM »
I'm not sure if it has been discussed on the forum (I might have even brought it up before but just can't remember), but Fluval has released their FX6 to replace the FX5.  It doesn't appear to have major changes.  The FX6 comes with media, has been lock down nuts, couple cleaning reminder dials, but basically is the same thing.

At least initially the FX6 sounds like it is going to be significantly more expensive.  $50-$60ish.

FX5's should start not being available from most retailers in the 4 to 6 month time frame in case you wanted to go the cheaper FX5 route.

Just an FYI to the forum.
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Re: FX5 versus FX6
« Reply #1 on: March 07, 2013, 01:24:37 PM »
Flowrates and media volume remain the same?
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Re: FX5 versus FX6
« Reply #2 on: March 07, 2013, 01:38:36 PM »
Quote from: Ron on March 07, 2013, 01:24:37 PM
Flowrates and media volume remain the same?
That is my understanding.  I've never actually seen the FX6 in person yet.  All the information I received was from my Hagen reps, and to be honest I was only half paying attention.  (I'm broke, I can't afford to pay full attention).
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Re: FX5 versus FX6
« Reply #3 on: March 08, 2013, 07:47:31 AM »
There is a link for the fx6 but it is a UK version,they are selling them over there already
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Re: FX5 versus FX6
« Reply #4 on: March 08, 2013, 11:28:18 AM »
Sounds like just some updates... like when the 404 went to the 405, etc.

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Re: FX5 versus FX6
« Reply #5 on: March 08, 2013, 08:55:05 PM »
Quote from: four_by_ken on March 08, 2013, 11:28:18 AM
Sounds like just some updates... like when the 404 went to the 405, etc.
with a $50 to $60 price 'update' too!
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Re: FX5 versus FX6
« Reply #6 on: March 08, 2013, 09:43:56 PM »
Jeff, when are you reducing Fx5's price? I want one for less than 200 bucks new! :)
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Re: FX5 versus FX6
« Reply #7 on: March 08, 2013, 09:50:39 PM »
Quote from: mighties_keeper on March 08, 2013, 09:43:56 PM
Jeff, when are you reducing Fx5's price? I want one for less than 200 bucks new! :)
lol.  When you find it let me know so I can buy some at that price too.
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Re: FX5 versus FX6
« Reply #8 on: March 08, 2013, 09:57:12 PM »
They are a pretty penny.  Ken's has them for 247.00 right now.
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