How to remove the stand's center brace

Casey8 · #1 03-17-2013, 04:57 AM

I have a stand for a 40 gallon breeder tank that I want to put a long sump about 36" long in there, but I have to remove the center brace on the top of the stand which is right underneath the tank. I don't see any nails, but I only see the glue. I would like to know if I can saw it apart ? Can someone here who did this job before for your stand, please tell me what is the best way to do it without damage to the stand ?
Thanks.

The Grizz · #2 03-17-2013, 05:08 AM

I am guessing that it is a wood stand? It probably is nailed together with brad nails & the hole where filled in before paint. If that is the case use a light hammer & tap the brace from underneith to see if it moves. Once you get it out put in the sump & replace the brace.

Casey8 · #3 03-17-2013, 05:34 AM

Yes, it is a wood stand. Thank you very much, the way you explain it to me how to check and remove it, sounds quite easy ! I think a woman like me can do it

Thanks Grizz.

lastlight · #4 03-17-2013, 06:06 AM

Hopefully it's not dowel or biscuit construction might be tougher to remove. Is the tank on the stand with water in it?

The Grizz · #5 03-17-2013, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by lastlight

Hopefully it's not dowel or biscuit construction might be tougher to remove. Is the tank on the stand with water in it?

That was my next question^^^

If possible can you show us a pic of the stand?

Evilweevil · #6 03-17-2013, 01:16 PM

If it is a store bought stand it might be easier to remove the plywood on the back ? as it probably is dowels in the center brace ,a person really needs to see some pictures to really be helpful

Casey8 · #7 03-17-2013, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by The Grizz

That was my next question^^^

If possible can you show us a pic of the stand?

I'll try to get a picture tonight to show you.

Casey8 · #8 03-17-2013, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by lastlight

Hopefully it's not dowel or biscuit construction might be tougher to remove. Is the tank on the stand with water in it?

No tank on the top yet, it is a brand new bought from J&l.

Casey8 · #9 03-17-2013, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by The Grizz

I am guessing that it is a wood stand? It probably is nailed together with brad nails & the hole where filled in before paint. If that is the case use a light hammer & tap the brace from underneith to see if it moves. Once you get it out put in the sump & replace the brace.

Jason, please read his instruction here