DIY glass aquarium

[Kronk]

So i am waiting on a quote from bigals to build a custom sized aquarium nothing crazy just 40g. I priced out the glass at well under $100 and may do it myself if they charge a ton. Has anyone built there own tank ? i found some tutorials and it doesnt look too difficult so long as you have the proper silicone... anybody ever built there own tank?

Thanks,
Ken

[justinl]

i built my own 60gal acrylic. Id imagine glass is not any harder. My main tipsas follows:

practice. Get scrap pieces and make a couple 1gal tanks for fun (they may come in handy later anyways).

DO NOT SKIMP ON SILICONE. this is the most important part, get the best silicone you can. it will lengthen the life of your tank.

do whatever you have to to avoid getting silicone on the glass (other than the bonded parts duh). i would suggest covering both sides of the panes in newspaper and taping down the paper using masking tape close to the edge (within an inch or so).

[Kronk]

OK big gay als big gay animal farm wants $229 for a 40g tank me thinks i will build it myself... some questions

1) what is the best, strongest brand of silicone?
2) where is everyones favorite place to get glass?
3) Any other tips?

Thanks,
Ken

[Rippin]

Originally Posted by Kronk

OK big gay als big gay animal farm ...

Wow, can you feel the love..?

[Kronk]

HAHAHA havent you ever seen south park...

[Rippin]

Oh, I knew what you were referring to.