Asking for help moving my new tank

[GlassReef]

Hi everyone,

My new tank arrives on the 29th. I'd like to move it into the house on Saturday, the 1st. It's a biggy - 375gals. I figure I should have 10 men on hand (no offense meant ladies ) to ensure that no problems arise. I've only managed to get 6 guys together, so far...

... so, I'm asking if anyone in the area (Spring Hill, Brooksville, Weeki Wachee) would be willing to help. The move would start about noon. There will be plenty of good food and beer available. I'll be renting 10 suction cups to ease the work. I live north of Hexam - on a lime rock road - thought I ought to mention that.

Your help would be much appreciated.

Thanks

 

[GrouperGenius]

Count me in. :beer:

 

[irupp33]

Hey man if its after 4 i can help you i live in hudson

 

[GlassReef]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13613732#post13613732 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by GrouperGenius
Count me in. :beer:

Thank you. Sir ....

I'll PM you with exact details, directions, etc.

 

[GlassReef]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13613745#post13613745 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by irupp33
Hey man if its after 4 i can help you i live in hudson

Darn! Thanks, very much for the offer, but it's all been planned for noon. Very kind of you anyway.

 

[akwtampa]

I should be able to help, too.. I'm up off of Hexam too..

Aaron

 

[CMcNeil]

Tom i would suggest you make a cart for the tank,we moved a few tanks recently with carts and it makes the job 100x easier.make the carts dimensions to fit the lenght and height.the castors can be purchased for $20 for a set of 4.

 

[GlassReef]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13614137#post13614137 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by akwtampa
I should be able to help, too.. I'm up off of Hexam too..

Thank you ... I'll PM you with directions, etc.

 

[GlassReef]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13614166#post13614166 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by CMcNeil
Tom i would suggest you make a cart for the tank,we moved a few tanks recently with carts and it makes the job 100x easier.make the carts dimensions to fit the lenght and height.the castors can be purchased for $20 for a set of 4.

You mean like something with a 2"X4" frame covered with ply?

 

[W Ellis]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13614198#post13614198 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by GlassReef
You mean like something with a 2"X4" frame covered with ply?

Yes a 2x4 frame with plywood. It really does make it alot easier especially with getting it throught the door.

 

[CMcNeil]

Billy where did you get the wheels from?i forgot
Tom just build a 2x4 frame,plywood covered with wheels in the corners and you are golden.we moved Billy's tank in 5 minutes with no back strains

 

[brucem]

harbour freight

 

[W Ellis]

Harbor Freight and that is a link to the casters i bought.

 

[chris22582]

If you need another hand I could drive up. Just let me know.

 

[GlassReef]

W Ellis, CMcNeil, brucem - that sounds like a great idea. I'll take a serious look at it. Thanks!!

chris22582 - that's a generous offer, Chris. I'd hate to make you have to drive so far. Tell you what, if I get caught short, I'll give you a blast. Offer very much appreciated.

 

[squin]

Tom,

I live in St. Pete, but would be more than willing to make the drive. I would love to see your set up. If you come up short on folks let me know!

 

[GlassReef]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13615580#post13615580 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by squin
I live in St. Pete, but would be more than willing to make the drive. I would love to see your set up. If you come up short on folks let me know!

Wow! This forum is REALLY full of great people. Your more than welcome to drop by any time - well ... maybe you better call first so I can clean up the place. I'll take advantage of your kind offer if things get tight. Thanks so much!

 

[barfish]

i want to help just so i can see your setup and get the scoop on how to put together your topoff system. i wish i had the diy skills you do. i deff. want to make a trip up to check out your system sometime, think greg does also.

 

[GlassReef]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13614137#post13614137 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by akwtampa
I should be able to help, too.. I'm up off of Hexam too..

Thanks Aaron - that would be great! Didn't realize you lived so close.

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13616045#post13616045 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by barfish
i want to help just so i can see your setup and get the scoop on how to put together your topoff system. i wish i had the diy skills you do. i deff. want to make a trip up to check out your system sometime, think greg does also.

Thank you Sir. You and Greg are welcome anytime.

 

[Acolin]

I want to, but I have invited people to the Ultimate Garage Sale that day, otherwise I am always glad to help for a size of pizza and a beverage!