OwNeD162
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Saw that "L" tank a while back, pretty awesome idea! But one cooler, is this guys tank http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=211082 
Taqpol's 120g All In Stand Reef Build! (Pics)
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Taqpol
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Yep, a T1i, I love it.
Taqpol
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My stand is constructed the same way Padrino constructed his. First I built a frame out of pine 1x4's and conected them with pocket holes.
Then I made three more.
I used the kitchen bar to construct the frame as i knew it was level and had lots of good places to clamp on. Unfortunately, immediately after I took this picture i realized my first set of screws was slightly too long and I screwed the frame into the table. Good thing my fiance doesn't read this...
Later I cut 3/4" oak plywood to size and made a top and bottom.
Then I made three more.
I used the kitchen bar to construct the frame as i knew it was level and had lots of good places to clamp on. Unfortunately, immediately after I took this picture i realized my first set of screws was slightly too long and I screwed the frame into the table. Good thing my fiance doesn't read this...
Later I cut 3/4" oak plywood to size and made a top and bottom.
Taqpol
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The frame was then painted white with Kilz primer and I covered it with 1/4" oak plywood.
I also added shelves made out of 1x8's and connected with more pocket screws.
I then went to town on the molding. Here's the finished product.
In other news, I hate molding. Especially when I don't have all the correct tools.
The stand isn't 100% done. I am still going to stain it a very light color to match my stand and i still need to construct a door. Wish me luck...
I also added shelves made out of 1x8's and connected with more pocket screws.
I then went to town on the molding. Here's the finished product.
In other news, I hate molding. Especially when I don't have all the correct tools.
The stand isn't 100% done. I am still going to stain it a very light color to match my stand and i still need to construct a door. Wish me luck...
Taqpol
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Lastly, random pics from when I had my camera out!
If you look back near the beginning of the thread you can see this cat at ~8 weeks old. I think it has put on a little more growth then my corals:
It also found its way on top of my fish tank one day. I think it was trying to fish!
...and a sneak peak into the culmination of this project:
If you look back near the beginning of the thread you can see this cat at ~8 weeks old. I think it has put on a little more growth then my corals:
It also found its way on top of my fish tank one day. I think it was trying to fish!
...and a sneak peak into the culmination of this project:
Taqpol
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24"x24"x14" with the water level at 12". 29.3 gallons according to the internal dimensions. I'm pretty pumped.
I already had a really good lens (the Tamron 28-72 f2.8) which I shoot most of my general shots, but I did also pick up a Canon 100mm Macro with the purchase of the new camera. That is my macro lens and it is sweet.
where online? looking but nothing that cheap around..
Taqpol
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I guess the price has gone back up. Probably all of us reefer's upping the demand.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/194451-GREY/Canon_4657A006_100mm_f_2_8_USM_Macro.html
They also have an IS version out that they have upgraded to an "L" quality lens. Unfortunately, its $1000.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/194451-GREY/Canon_4657A006_100mm_f_2_8_USM_Macro.html
They also have an IS version out that they have upgraded to an "L" quality lens. Unfortunately, its $1000.
Taqpol
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Here it is!!! I just painted the back wall black and I haven't been able to clean up a few silicone spills yet.
I used a lot of masking tape. It was absolutely essential with the black silicone.
I also need to know, preferably soon, whether you guys think this tank will be strong enough without any top bracing.
I used a lot of masking tape. It was absolutely essential with the black silicone.
I also need to know, preferably soon, whether you guys think this tank will be strong enough without any top bracing.
Goodwin9
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How long do you plan to let it cure before doing a water test?
kudora
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yeah i would leave water in there for several days and in a spot that can take 24 gallons of water. i think it will be fine but the cautious side of me would second guess just like you are.
Taqpol
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Most of the silicone was done last Thursday night, and the rest plus some reinforcement was done on Friday morning. I'm traveling across the state tomorrow to check out a grad school and won't get back till Sunday night, so it will have 9-10 days to cure before water ever touches it. I really wanted to get the tank and stand set up with saltwater before I left so that I could use it as a QT tank for when I get home but that doesn't seem to be in the cards.
I will probably do a freshwater test in the garage, but I am worried that a few days test won't actually be indicative of the actual strength. If a seem were to split it would probably happen years down the road.
I should probably stop worrying. Lots of AGA tanks use 1/4" glass that have more water volume and more height to the water column then I have. As was discussed previously on this thread water column height is the most important factor to pressure on a pane of glass.
salali
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I love your tank. Good job
I wish that I have the skills to make a tank like this. I will up grade from 20gal to 90 or more and make a tank that will fit a yellow tang my dream fish.
You know getting boring in Pullman and I had the 20gal for almost 3 years.
First questions form where did you get the tools and the glass?
I wish that I have the skills to make a tank like this. I will up grade from 20gal to 90 or more and make a tank that will fit a yellow tang my dream fish.
You know getting boring in Pullman and I had the 20gal for almost 3 years.
First questions form where did you get the tools and the glass?
Taqpol
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Am I crazy for driving five hours one way for a fish store sale? Barrier Reef Aquariums in Seattle had a MASSIVE three year anniversary sale, and I walked away with a lot of goodies.
1x Half Black Mimic Tang
1x Baby Kole Tang (its smaller then a quarter!!)
1x Christmas Wrasse
3x Amazing looking SPS frags for $9.99
1x Head of purple/green Acanthastrea
1x ORA Spongodes
........and I even won the raffle my fiance really wanted!
2x ORA Semi Picasso clowns, a $140 value!
They are going in my frag/anemone tank that is unofficially my fiances tank. Maybe this will be her gateway drug.
1x Half Black Mimic Tang
1x Baby Kole Tang (its smaller then a quarter!!)
1x Christmas Wrasse
3x Amazing looking SPS frags for $9.99
1x Head of purple/green Acanthastrea
1x ORA Spongodes
........and I even won the raffle my fiance really wanted!
2x ORA Semi Picasso clowns, a $140 value!
They are going in my frag/anemone tank that is unofficially my fiances tank. Maybe this will be her gateway drug.
Taqpol
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Another Pullman reefer? You should come over and see my tank sometime!
The glass hole saws I ordered from www.glass-holes.com and all my glass I get from a local company called Sim's Glass. If you want to borrow any of my tools or need any help drilling glass just ask me. If you wanted a little tank like the one I just made I would make another one if you paid for the glass.
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