Details of the "low tide method" of tank moving?

[Matt]

A 90 with 5 inches of water, a sand bed, and LR... likely weighs a bit more than 500 pounds. Add the effect of sloshing and weight transfer, and any one guy could wind up holding 200lbs or more. I wouldn't mind a short lift, down to a cart or moving blanket, but I wouldn't carry it far that way, unless you've got three very fit friends, with strong backs.

[Zoaelite]

Originally Posted by Matt

A 90 with 5 inches of water, a sand bed, and LR... likely weighs a bit more than 500 pounds. Add the effect of sloshing and weight transfer, and any one guy could wind up holding 200lbs or more. I wouldn't mind a short lift, down to a cart or moving blanket, but I wouldn't carry it far that way, unless you've got three very fit friends, with strong backs.

Got agree moving that sounds like instant back problems
Levi

[skylord]

Low Tide moving is ussually researved for smaller tanks. What your thinking of doing will put a lot of stress on the tank and your friends. I have moved a 33g this way but ALL the rock was removed and as much water as possible then when I got it to the vehicle I added water just to cover the sand. No way would I attempt this with even a 75g. And I would be surprised if what you want to do is less than 700lbs. A couple of rubbermaids....less than $30, a wiped out back is forever. A shattered tank.........just not worth the risk.

Scott