flex hose or regular hose???
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d2mini
Reef enthusiast
I use flexible pvc, solid pvc or the braided tubing like in your first pic.
You don't want to use the one with the ridges... noisy and potential to collect stuff.
The clear braided also has the tendency to get full of algae because of light transmission so keep that in mind.
You don't want to use the one with the ridges... noisy and potential to collect stuff.
The clear braided also has the tendency to get full of algae because of light transmission so keep that in mind.
Bifferwine
I am a girl
I've found the vinyl tubing to be pretty hard to work with, and it's so much more expensive than PVC. I use solid PVC all the way. Cheap, forgiving, and easy to use.
crazy cajun
Reefing newb
is flexible pvc found at the local Home depot?? im not sure i ever saw flexible pvc.
i only have about a 2'-6" section to replace so either way wont be expensive.
i only have about a 2'-6" section to replace so either way wont be expensive.
d2mini
Reef enthusiast
The flex i ordered online from Savko.
Savko Plastic Pipe & Fittings
I used it between my tank and sump because it's pretty tight under there and I wanted something flexible so it was easier to work with and had some give to relieve stress on the glass/bulkheads.
Savko Plastic Pipe & Fittings
I used it between my tank and sump because it's pretty tight under there and I wanted something flexible so it was easier to work with and had some give to relieve stress on the glass/bulkheads.
Hiker4twenty
Reef enthusiast
I use the clear braded tubing and it's quiet. The only disadvantage is it's hard to work with becaue it's very stiff. I had to soak mine sections in a tub of hot water for about 10 minutes to get them flexable. Once you have them flexible it's a lot easier and they will somewhat stay in the position you put them in. I think ideally PVC is the best option.
Hiker4twenty
Reef enthusiast
Never knew about that tubing Dennis. Thanks for sharing!
d2mini
Reef enthusiast
d2mini
Reef enthusiast
Don't believe everything i tell you. That's just an assumption on my part. :lol:
ccCapt
Reef Hacker
HD and Lowes also sells it. It's called SpaFlex. I picked up a few ft for my plumbing.
crazy cajun
Reefing newb
ok, i got the braded 1 1/4 hose from lowes it was $3.59ft i only needed 2'-0", and i heated it over my stove turning it rapidly to get it warm enough to be somewhat flexible. its in place and is much quieter than that crapy flex hose now it does not sound like a toilet flushing all day. LOL
Thanks everyone !!!
Thanks everyone !!!
