tonyespinoza
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i'd love to.
but the AGE rimless (3/4") is $4315.
think it's worth it!?
but the AGE rimless (3/4") is $4315.
think it's worth it!?
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tonyespinoza
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tbone28
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and the eurobraced one is $4800? I always thought rimless tanks were more expensive than eurobraced ones.
I think your question of if it's worth it is personal preference. I think the best way to determine if it's worth it is to compare the prices of your desired tank across the different tank manufactures, and see what the price range is, while taking into consideration build quality, customer service/support, and company reputation.
The figure of $4315 is off the charts if I just look at that number, but it's probably because I don't know how much that sized tank should go for.
For my tank, AGE was more expensive than the other makers. Not by much though - maybe $300-400, so I thought their rep made it worth the extra money.
I wanted to by an AGA tank initially. Could of had one for CHEAP. My wife, normally the frugal one in the house, did not want the tank to leak and gave me the OK for a custom tank, as long as it would not put 200g of water on the floor. made a lot of sense. I think the tank is one area of equipment purchase where it makes sense to spend more if it means getting a good product
I think your question of if it's worth it is personal preference. I think the best way to determine if it's worth it is to compare the prices of your desired tank across the different tank manufactures, and see what the price range is, while taking into consideration build quality, customer service/support, and company reputation.
The figure of $4315 is off the charts if I just look at that number, but it's probably because I don't know how much that sized tank should go for.
For my tank, AGE was more expensive than the other makers. Not by much though - maybe $300-400, so I thought their rep made it worth the extra money.
I wanted to by an AGA tank initially. Could of had one for CHEAP. My wife, normally the frugal one in the house, did not want the tank to leak and gave me the OK for a custom tank, as long as it would not put 200g of water on the floor. made a lot of sense. I think the tank is one area of equipment purchase where it makes sense to spend more if it means getting a good product
Crypsis
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I'm looking to have a rimless tank built also. I like the idea of an acrylic bottom, how strong is the acrylic to glass bond? You might check these guys out.
http://www.aquariumobsessed.com/
http://www.aquariumobsessed.com/
tbone28
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merlin - I actually asked AGE to do that for me. I wanted PVC bottom, back, and sides. Starphire front, and acrylic Eurobrace. They said it's not worth doing because the price would skyrocket.
Steve, are you buzzin off the alcohol in that cough syrup?
Tony - Like Steve, I've heard that Miracles make good tanks, too. I almost went with that tank. Derrick is the contact person, IIRC. I haven't read of any tank leaks with Miracle tanks.
Steve, are you buzzin off the alcohol in that cough syrup?
Tony - Like Steve, I've heard that Miracles make good tanks, too. I almost went with that tank. Derrick is the contact person, IIRC. I haven't read of any tank leaks with Miracle tanks.
tbone28
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Ok, I understand now why eurobrace is $500 more. It's if you want it on a 3/4" tank. Gotcha! Yeah, if you go eurobrace, you only need 1/2" glass.
Not sure about Miracles warranty.
Something else to think about should you ever need warranty work *knock on wood* - AO and Miracles are in the northeast - canada, IIRC. AGE is in Texas.
Not sure about Miracles warranty.
Something else to think about should you ever need warranty work *knock on wood* - AO and Miracles are in the northeast - canada, IIRC. AGE is in Texas.
If i ever go with glass tank again, i will go with AGE. Even though their price is a bit high but you pay for what ya get... You can check with O.C aquatic. I heard they have an account with AGE. I used to send email to AGE for a quote and their price turn out to be pretty good. But that was last year tho.
tonyespinoza
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hey steve - can you introduce me to OC Aquatic (or give me a contact name there?). i'd like to put together the package for my tank and get an AGE quote. btw, where's OC Aquatic located? (Wondering if i'll pay California sales tax.)
by the way - the miracles quote came in and looks promising.
-tE
by the way - the miracles quote came in and looks promising.
-tE
tonyespinoza
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btw Steve, i thought this was your last tank ever? 
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