WTB: 90+ gal aquarium

[jerpa]

I'm looking for a 90-125 gal tank. I would prefer something 4ft wide but that's up for debate. Needs to be drilled for overflows and be glass. I'm ready to take the plunge....

 

[jerpa]

lol. At $4 dollars a gallon in my full-size pickup I could buy new with the gas money. Thanks anyway

 

[Masterderrull]

Shop around, 90's arn't that expensive and there are no scratches in a new tank. Just my opinion. I have bought used tanks before and they tell you there are no scratches, but there always is.

 

[Masterderrull]

Also drill it yourself if you want, we all have diamond bits you can borrow or buy from one of us who live close to you.

Welcome to the hobby!!

 

[jerpa]

Thanks for the advice. I know I can get one that's not drilled pretty cheap. I don't want acrylic(for the scratching reason) and from what I understand the bottoms of tanks of that size are tempered glass. So can I drill the sides for an overflow? I honestly didn't even look into that. Looks like more research for me.

 

[cloakerpoked]

Yes, you can drill the backs for an overflow. A lot of times, stores will have big sales on tanks like the 90's, where you can get a new one for $200 or less. Of course, if you want my advice on a 4' tank, go with the Marineland Deep Dimension 150 with Starphire front/sides. It's a lot of $, but well worth it IMHO.

 

[jerpa]

Yeah that would be ideal. Unfortunately my budget isn't ideal, especially considering the jump in price for equipment. I'd really like to find a 120 however those sizes don't seem to go on sale although if I'm drilling myself....

 

[Masterderrull]

Look at this link. It's a split link, but it's awesome and the designers are local.

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1310585

 

[lori7973]

I lowered the price of my tank and am including the sump and return pump for $500. 90 gallon RR

 

[jerpa]

Thanks Lori. I already e-mailed you before regarding your set-up. I would be interested in the tank, sump, and pump. The stand is beautiful but it doesn't match the room its going in and that is a strict requirement(not mine) so for 500 it just doesn't work for me. Sorry.

 

[Big Dog]

90 tank and stand went for $140 at Elmer's used equipment sale this morning and it was damn nice, I actually thought it was you when the guy bought it. He never hesitated! ..........

I got a 30 to build a sump for $20

They had a real nice 65 with overflow and stand in the store for $270.

 

[lori7973]

Thanks Lori. I already e-mailed you before regarding your set-up. I would be interested in the tank, sump, and pump. The stand is beautiful but it doesn't match the room its going in and that is a strict requirement(not mine) so for 500 it just doesn't work for me. Sorry.

Same reason we are selling it, doesn't match new house we are buying.

 

[jerpa]

Big Dog- it should've been me. Saturday would be the one day I can't get off work. May have to get sick one of these days or have a family wedding.

 

[jerpa]

No longer looking.