New 150g build

[Cammunoz]

Started my 150g build. Started working on the stand today using 4x4s. i attached the 4x4s using hex driven bolts i plan on using Brackets also, just do not know whicknomes to use. Any comments or advice welcom

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[Darthv247]

looks strong. are you going to make a base for it? if not just nail some 2x4 between each leg at the base to keep the legs from collapsing inwards. no brackets should be needed thar way.

 

[Darthv247]

if u really want brackets for extra measure just add some L brackets at the top of the legs.

 

[Jboone82590]

Are those treated?
You did not need to use 4x4.
2x4s would have been more then srong enough and cheaper.

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[Cammunoz]

looks strong. are you going to make a base for it? if not just nail some 2x4 between each leg at the base to keep the legs from collapsing inwards. no brackets should be needed thar way.

I added another 4x4 box to the bottom and attached them to the legs i will take pictures later


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[Cammunoz]

if u really want brackets for extra measure just add some L brackets at the top of the legs.

ok thanks so i only add them to the legs or should i put them at every joint?


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[Cammunoz]

Are those treated?
You did not need to use 4x4.
2x4s would have been more then srong enough and cheaper.

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I know but peice of mind. I dont think they are treated


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[Jboone82590]

I know but peice of mind. I dont think they are treated


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I built a 220 stand with 2x4s
If I where you I would make sure they are not treated.
When you where running screws did some liquid come out of the wood like it was wet?
Is the wood green or white?

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[Cammunoz]

I built a 220 stand with 2x4s
If I where you I would make sure they are not treated.
When you where running screws did some liquid come out of the wood like it was wet?
Is the wood green or white?

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it was white and im almost sure there was nonliquid but i am going back to the hardqare store today. Just curious what happens if it is treated?


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[Jboone82590]

They use some chemicals to make it water proof. Those are bad for your tank.

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[Cammunoz]

New 150g build

Also as far as strong ties what route should i go? I also thinking of just attaching 2x4s to each post, just because the sides of the stand dont have much support?

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[Cammunoz]

They use some chemicals to make it water proof. Those are bad for your tank.

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Hope thats not the case but doubt it because they were like 6 dollars for 6 feet but thanks i will make sure


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[Jboone82590]

Hope thats not the case but doubt it because they were like 6 dollars for 6 feet but thanks i will make sure


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Then you may be good. But it's never a bad thing to make sure.
I don't think you need to worry about the brakets.

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[Jboone82590]

And I would run something on the bottom just incase the 4x4s arnt cut perfect.

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[Cammunoz]

Then you may be good. But it's never a bad thing to make sure.
I don't think you need to worry about the brakets.

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Ok but im worried about the sides if you look at the pic all thats holding the 4x4s up is the screws nothing underneath? should it be ok or should i add 2x4s for support?


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[Jboone82590]

Ok but im worried about the sides if you look at the pic all thats holding the 4x4s up is the screws nothing underneath? should it be ok or should i add 2x4s for support?


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It will be fine. The front and back 4x4 are going to hold all the weight. The ones in the middle won't even be doing anything.
They will just keep the front and back together.
It won't hurt if you do but it's not needed IME.

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[Cammunoz]

It will be fine. The front and back 4x4 are going to hold all the weight. The ones in the middle won't even be doing anything.
They will just keep the front and back together.
It won't hurt if you do but it's not needed IME.

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Thanks i also should add i added another post to the front i will take a picture today


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[Jboone82590]

Thanks i also should add i added another post to the front i will take a picture today


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I would take it out. It will just get in the way of the sump.

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[Jboone82590]

Thanks i also should add i added another post to the front i will take a picture today


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So what's the plan for the tank? Reef?

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[Cammunoz]

I would take it out. It will just get in the way of the sump.

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ok but i plan on having doors on the sides also possibly it maybe a peninsula build


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