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![]() So I was debating getting a tank made. However it doesn't look too hard to do your self. Any tips?!
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![]() Definitely watching and subscribing to this epic build. I am so jealous.
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![]() Rynoe, we have some contacts and could source the glass directly from a supplier through my fiance's work. Still cost just north of 2 grand though for the starfire. ouch
It's not too hard to build smaller tanks, as long as you do your research & buy a ton of clamps. That being said, after buying 14 clamps, good silicone and making wooden jigs you're probably not going to save much money compared to a off-the-shelf tank. Unless you're trying to build something custom or rimless... or 10 foot long ![]() Looks like my silicone cleared customs this morning in Washington, should be here by Friday / Monday. Still have 3 panels left to scrape... running out of fingers here. lol Any ideas on where to buy schedule 80 plumbing supplies online this side of the border? My new small town surroundings seem to have left me Home Depot-less... |
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![]() That's still a very good price ,I have a quote for a 4x4x10 tank 2 sapphire panels4x10 for 7000$
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![]() That's still a very good price ,I have a quote for a 4x4x10 tank 2 sapphire panels4x10 for 7000$
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![]() mihaivapler, what thickness of glass did they quote?
For 4ft tall they're probably going with 1", maybe even 1" laminated? 30" tall is really the very upper limit for doing a tank in 1/2" glass if you brace the hell out of it. With my waterline 2" below I'm only supporting 28" of water pressure plus the bottom is euro-braced in 6" wide strips so there's 1" for the silicone to attach to the sides. With the bottom 1" and 2" waterline there's only 27" of unsupported glass. Although I'm aware that I'm on the limit with 1/2" glass the cost would double for 3/4" glass and with a proper 2" steel frame I'm confident it'll work. I'm also basing my build off two other reefers with the same dimensions and glass thickness that have had long term (5yrs +) success with their tanks. |
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Basically the same dimensions as my recent build. Shocked you went with 1/2". I braced the hell out of mine and I still went with 3/4". Coming close to limits with a 10' box of water is scary. Nice work on the stand...looks very nice. |
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![]() And off course after the foundation will be built
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