265G Project
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RParker
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To be quite honest the thought did cross my mine but I can't pull the trigger:
1. I'm just not confident enough to have a 300 gallon tank be my first build. With the amount I already have into this build between the stand and equipment I would feel more confident buying vs. building.
2. If the thing were to explode and I need to file an insurance claim I would rather state the tank was purchased.
I don't have a problem with the price I was given for the tank, it was the cost versus reward, 200% more for 6" of extra material all around didn't quite add up to me.
1. I'm just not confident enough to have a 300 gallon tank be my first build. With the amount I already have into this build between the stand and equipment I would feel more confident buying vs. building.
2. If the thing were to explode and I need to file an insurance claim I would rather state the tank was purchased.
I don't have a problem with the price I was given for the tank, it was the cost versus reward, 200% more for 6" of extra material all around didn't quite add up to me.
BigTuna321
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great looking tank
Ed Reef
New member
Why do you need to get your hands in the overflow?? Are you thinking for maintenance?? Also what type of drain desing are u looking at using?? Would suggest looking into a 'Herbie' method as it will save u some space and also easy maintenance
Just my 2cent
Edit: With a tank this size, 1 drain pipe for each over flow should be sufficient, unless u're thinking of using the other drain as a 'emergency' drain pipe??
Just my 2cent
Edit: With a tank this size, 1 drain pipe for each over flow should be sufficient, unless u're thinking of using the other drain as a 'emergency' drain pipe??
Ed Reef
New member
LR in overflow? :rolleye1: I think the chances of that happening is very very slim. Never happen to me in my 9 years of reefing
I won't worry too much about having the emergency drainage too for the following reason:
1. You already have 2 drain pipe (left/ right) - this is good for popele with only 1 drain pipe.
2. You're running a combine Return/ CL system so even if both drainage got stuck somehow, you still have your CL intake for water access and return. Only thing is to ensure you have a powerful enough pumps for this purpose
Besides, even if you go with Plan B, once you competed your aquascape (as your tank is quite narrow) you won't be able to reach the overflow anyway :eek2:
Only thing is to make sure your wier is lower (planned it as if you're running a wave box) as with 2 drain pipe (1 on each side) the CL and other add pumps u might planned to add on in the future will increase your water level due to the limited drain pipe.
Drain pipe (should you decided to go with 1 on each end) should be at least 2"
