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|  Where to drill my tank? I have 1" bulk heads, 75 Gal tank with black trim.  In relation to the black trim at the top, how far down should I be drilling my holes? 1 suggestion I have heard is the middle of the hole 3" below the trim. Anyone else agree/disagree? I don't have an overflow box as of yet. I'll be plumbing a Bean Animal. | 
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|   I would go at least 2" to the top of the hole from the trim. On my own tank I'd probably go 6" to center for piece of mind. 
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|   If I remember correctly, the correct measure is 1 1/2x the hole diameter from the edge and 2x the hole diameter from another hole. | 
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|   If it were your tank how long would you place the holes?  I need to take into account the elbows for the drains for the BA overflow. | 
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|   Are you thinking of doing an internal or external overflow? | 
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