Flex conduit (BX) does not ususally come "prestuffed" with wire. In older applications the BX conduit itself was used as the circuit ground. You would definitely not want to do that in a modern circuit as it would usually not pass code and would be suseptable to RFI/EMI. Do not share a ground with two different circuits, you could introduce a ground plane hum and also have code problems.
My own personal soap box is the use of twist-lock recepticles and plugs rather than NEMA 5-15 or 5-20 "straight prong" connectors. Twist-lock offer surface contact area several magnitudes greater than straight plugs as well as self cleaning contacts and a mechanical lock. These outlets can be installed in a normal box. Give it a thought.
If you do not have a 200-300 amp main panel you might consider upgrading your main panel service at this time.
My own personal soap box is the use of twist-lock recepticles and plugs rather than NEMA 5-15 or 5-20 "straight prong" connectors. Twist-lock offer surface contact area several magnitudes greater than straight plugs as well as self cleaning contacts and a mechanical lock. These outlets can be installed in a normal box. Give it a thought.
If you do not have a 200-300 amp main panel you might consider upgrading your main panel service at this time.