crowned floor.

[Von_Rahvin]

So i got the stand and hood for my 135 down to s fla and yesterday i finally had the time to take a look at how it is sitting. (moving is such a pain) it looks like the floor is crowned 1/4 to 3/8" in the middle of the stand. I can't change the tank location, so i'm open to suggestions by the group. I know it can't stay that way, because the glass will snap.

the one idea i have had so far is to build a sub stand beneath the stand and have it level at the top and have the bottom of the stand convex enough so it will be supported. but this WILL be a pain so it would be great if anyone has any better suggestions.

 

[jeffbrig]

What you need is a massive shim job, then a trim piece to hide the gaps at the floor.

The floor under my tank is also about 3/8" higher at one end than the other. I cut pieces of 1/8" thick hardboard, and used these as giant shims to provide bulk to fill the gap, using 2 and 3 layers where the gap was larger. Then I went around with typical wedge shims to make sure everything was tight and evenly supported all the way around. A slightly tapered kick plate covers the shim and hardboard, from the floor to the bottom of the doors.

 

[nyvp]

same here I have almost 15 shims on my stand. put the shims in then use a 1/4" round to cover them up

 

[Von_Rahvin]

well then since i now know it works i'll have to give it a try! I got to tell you i was scared about shimming it with as much weight as we are talking about.

 

[jeffbrig]

Don't worry, it should work just fine.

BTW, these old pictures from my gallery show my tank leveling.

The level is sitting on a stack of hardboard pieces that I used for space filler. I used most of a 4'x8' piece, cut into 12"x30" pieces. Notice that the edge away from the wall is raised off the ground slightly

Finished product, after installing the toe kick:

 

[nyvp]

have no fear if shims hold my tank yours isnt a problem. get the shims that are part plastic type