How To Buy and Fix Up A Used Aquarium

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 พ.ย. 2022
  • In this video, we go and buy the absolute worst aquarium we could find on Facebook marketplace. We brought our fish tank back to Dallas North Aquarium, where we prep it, clean it, set it up on display, and give the aquarium away, all within less than 48 hours!
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ความคิดเห็น • 75

  • @lawrence1986ify
    @lawrence1986ify ปีที่แล้ว +9

    About 3 years ago, I got out of the hobby but never got rid of my tanks. I don't know why, but the wife was like, "What are you doing with the tanks?" I said they were staying, and she said that if you're not going to use them, they need to go. I have no idea why I even keep them in the first place, but in my area, 75 gallons are hard to find with a sump setup anyways. I ignored her for the longest time because I just knew I was going to use them for something, but I didn't know what. But I had been planning it in my head for the longest-what I wanted to do and my vision of how I was going to make them look. My dad had stage 4 cancer, and one day I was sleeping, and I woke up, and she was like, "What are you doing?" ium fixing the tanks today, she's like today! I'm like, "Yes!" today! She's like they haven't been running in 3 years. I said I don't know why, but they need to be up. So I'm resealing them, buying sand, buying a new lid, and just redoing the UV sterilizer. everything I could touch or paint to make it look amazing, and I think it was because my dad told me to. In my dream, witch is weird, but I work up and I'm like, "I'm doing the tanks; I didn't even want to, but I just knew I had to." I still can't explain why, but it was one of the things I and he enjoyed. I used to hook him up with all types of fish, and he had like 2 or 3 55-gallon tanks. I must say, I do enjoy having the tank back up and running again. It looks amazing, and it is some of the best work I have done yet. I went with Malawi Mbuna, which was also one of my plans. I think the fish look amazing. My 75-gallon tank is already up and running, and I've been planning my 55-gallon tank with a new canister filter and painting the tank's sand landscape. I'm not sure why I need two tanks; one is plenty.

  • @OfficallyMcRae
    @OfficallyMcRae ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We discovered that shop decades ago when I was a child. The staff made a lifetime impact on my life. I only had a 35 gallon tank but we had tons of species in it with their help. Still the best tank I’ve never had. Soon I’ll be setting up two 55 gallon tanks to be heavily planted freshwater tanks in our house and I will be making a trip all the way to Dallas for their help to stock it.

  • @rpmstudios
    @rpmstudios ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Wow, such a beautiful job you’ve done on the flip! That was actually my uncle and grandma that you gave away the tank to. Thank you, you’re such a blessing! 😊

    • @seeker599
      @seeker599 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wait how old is he ?

  • @Ichthyofile
    @Ichthyofile ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Good to see some positivity being spread Shawn! Way to go guys

  • @michaelross5674
    @michaelross5674 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Such a great story I just went through the cancer thing with both of my parents dad then mom about a year ago .... She had a big tank we used to enjoy... I'm currently trying to buy a used aquarium near me ... But it's hard being only one working and also custody of my nephew but was an awesome video

  • @robertsowinski164
    @robertsowinski164 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice to see there are some genuine kind people still left in this world. God bless you would have wonderful thing you did for that family.

  • @melevsreef
    @melevsreef ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful edit. I have no doubt your channel will explode with followers.

  • @samidaliphoto
    @samidaliphoto ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This guy is like an angel fish. Sean Snails is Graceful and Kind. 🐠

  • @stoneysscapes7544
    @stoneysscapes7544 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really enjoyed the efforts that you always give !!! Great family that you were able to bring some joy to Bleaching, would have never knew , but old stuff growing on the rocks is very good content . I am already hoping that you will do something similar in the future 💰

  • @bigben8369
    @bigben8369 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a beautiful project, with beautiful people. Respect!

  • @stevecox8066
    @stevecox8066 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys are incredible! The human spirit is beautiful. Thanks for the inspiration brother. I hope you have the greatest success in life!

  • @rahamimdavidov5439
    @rahamimdavidov5439 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What an absolute wonderful way to share the hobby and make someone’s day! Keep it up, you guys are amazing

  • @azslotracer
    @azslotracer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a wonderful gesture on your parts. It is truly going to a great place and will help lift some spirits!

  • @DanishnSonic
    @DanishnSonic ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is amazing! I don't think I've seen other companies do this, their own youtube channel with actual videos like this! Makes me want to by fritz products. Too bad its not available in my country.

    • @fritzaquaticsvideo
      @fritzaquaticsvideo  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We always wanted to! Just needed to get the right team!

  • @YTZack408
    @YTZack408 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is great. Hopefully more to come!

  • @vigilum
    @vigilum ปีที่แล้ว

    Bravo, such good things happening. Thank you for sharing

  • @davidolsen3209
    @davidolsen3209 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are a good man with a great heart 👍👏

  • @stevemc6861
    @stevemc6861 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOW! What a great video. Not sure how to spell your name, so I'll go with what I know. Sean, you are an awesome human. The next time I'm in Dallas, I will most certainly drop by the Dallas North Aquarium store. You deserve the business. Nice Job!

  • @Teddzworth
    @Teddzworth ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This channel is a hidden Gem

    • @fritzaquaticsvideo
      @fritzaquaticsvideo  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Please help us spread the word and give us all your feedback!

  • @blaineboone6765
    @blaineboone6765 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So cool that yall gave away such an awesome set up

  • @isaacchen7315
    @isaacchen7315 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    feeling bad your video only have 26 likes so i hit like and subed :)

    • @shawnssnails8824
      @shawnssnails8824 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks!!! Gotta get some people watching. It’s not easy to bring people into the page. Share for us and more people will come ❤😊

  • @Lachri
    @Lachri ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was so fun!!

  • @sfephenmarkham1917
    @sfephenmarkham1917 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow that was a lot of work! But man, the reward was freaking huge!!! Great Job!!

  • @J_ellis709
    @J_ellis709 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was an awesome heart warming video!!

  • @elephunktheband
    @elephunktheband ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video man!! I recently road tripped to Dallas from OKC a few weeks ago to buy my first “like-new” 75 gallon saltwater setup and unfortunately I was sold a chipped tank that I was told on Reef2Reef would not likely hold water much longer. I stopped by the Dallas North Aquarium store on my way home and realized I should have bought a setup from there. Guess ya live & learn but I really wish I would have bought a nice refurbished setup like the one you prepared. Well done FritzFam🔥🔥

  • @stmartinhb28
    @stmartinhb28 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow such a great job!!! Can't wait to see the next aquarium flip!

  • @RookieReefer
    @RookieReefer ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well done Sir Snail! So good to see it went to a deserving family, got to make you feel good.

  • @user-qd9sk5zw6q
    @user-qd9sk5zw6q ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video what a great family and a wonderful story 👍

  • @the1animationmaster859
    @the1animationmaster859 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    My uncle gave me a 15 year old aquarium 100 gallon for free because he thought it was worth nothing but I thought I could use it for a nice aquarium so right now I have it in my garage and I’m trying to fix it up the wood is cracked on it but not the glass😀 so it should not leak I’m so excited to get it fixed up

    • @fritzaquaticsvideo
      @fritzaquaticsvideo  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Nice! The frame being cracked is concerning though. Send over some pics

  • @paulbradbury7166
    @paulbradbury7166 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hat's off awesome sharing and caring

  • @VictoriaLeeCreates
    @VictoriaLeeCreates ปีที่แล้ว +1

    such a natural. STOP IT SHAWN! your to good 👍

  • @tonybotting9548
    @tonybotting9548 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Waves from across the pond here in the UK . Loved this video , imagine being able to do this for someone ( feels good man ) Awesome video a follow up would be good ..

  • @chuckwieland3940
    @chuckwieland3940 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done, sir!

  • @bryansthebomb8154
    @bryansthebomb8154 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video!

  • @thefurious69
    @thefurious69 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you go to the music in your videos you should lower the volume. I have my volume louder to hear you clearly sometimes, then randomly the music starts blasting in my speakers. Thanks for the video.

  • @BrookleyBell
    @BrookleyBell ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Snailed it! I really enjoyed this 😊🥰

  • @anwaruddin960
    @anwaruddin960 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking Soo good man

  • @VictoriaLeeCreates
    @VictoriaLeeCreates ปีที่แล้ว

    Literally just got chills 🤧🥲

  • @darrickh2494
    @darrickh2494 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome!

  • @matthewowen1360
    @matthewowen1360 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best video ever!

  • @dfal6898
    @dfal6898 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This a great thing guys! Geez I would really love to see this tank in their house and seeing that family working on it together.

  • @rofishy2
    @rofishy2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Vinegar is a fish tank owner’s friend

  • @rickyking-gonzalez393
    @rickyking-gonzalez393 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just wondering would it be ok to pressure wash a tank that has really bad calcium deposit

  • @djcmission
    @djcmission ปีที่แล้ว

    That was cool. Period. 🥶

  • @tcepilot
    @tcepilot ปีที่แล้ว

    Be cool to see an update

  • @leem270
    @leem270 ปีที่แล้ว

    You sprayed the live rock with tap water?

  • @pedroluisroman1263
    @pedroluisroman1263 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good people.

  • @shannonmcgrath-qh6ty
    @shannonmcgrath-qh6ty 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Sean Smith I watched your last video and I loved it. I got on this channel because I was looking for a used aquarium. I recently lost both my legs in my hand I'm living in an assistant living where I can't have pets but I can have a Fish Tank and I would love one so I would love to buy 1 of the ones you if possible. Please let me know

  • @ScallywagsFishBowl
    @ScallywagsFishBowl ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE

  • @premramsita8354
    @premramsita8354 ปีที่แล้ว

    It was destiny for this kid to get this aquarium. The reef God works in mysterious ways.

  • @brad823
    @brad823 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video, but not what I expected based on title. Good luck to new owners.

  • @scottallan6770
    @scottallan6770 ปีที่แล้ว +1

  • @samm9017
    @samm9017 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Drop the link to OF👇

  • @AntonioCastro-ws8uk
    @AntonioCastro-ws8uk ปีที่แล้ว

    Old the tank didn’t have a leak

  • @AntonioCastro-ws8uk
    @AntonioCastro-ws8uk ปีที่แล้ว

    Why didn’t the owner take everything out

  • @readinow1163
    @readinow1163 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful outcome!!! The Good Lord was telling him to go because He had you do this for him!!! You can't get a more beautiful life than that!!! MARANATHA ☝️ 👑 🙏 ☝️🔑♥️

  • @CH-hq6bc
    @CH-hq6bc ปีที่แล้ว

    🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 Isaiah 53:5

  • @novoiperkele
    @novoiperkele ปีที่แล้ว

    MUSIC LOUD::: LOUDDD!!!!!

    • @fritzaquaticsvideo
      @fritzaquaticsvideo  ปีที่แล้ว

      We totally understand and thanks for the feedback! We hope you cut us some slack on this one’s music levels and keep coming back to see the improvements!

  • @bovice1766
    @bovice1766 ปีที่แล้ว

    No I'm not crying mind your business

  • @VictoriaLeeCreates
    @VictoriaLeeCreates ปีที่แล้ว

    Seriously enjoying 😉 this. 🙄🤌