Plywood tank?

CarpCharacin

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I was thinking about it and I will probably use the pond armour. I would make it bigger, but I don't think I have enough room. I want to build the tank 360 gallons. It will be 6' x 4' and 2' tall.
 

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Well one of the nice things about building something - aquariums and sheds included - is that you can build it to fit your needs. If you were planning on an 8x8 shed, making a 10x10 will cost only a small amount more but will allow a tank that's 2' bigger
 

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Well one of the nice things about building something - aquariums and sheds included - is that you can build it to fit your needs. If you were planning on an 8x8 shed, making a 10x10 will cost only a small amount more but will allow a tank that's 2' bigger
I have to build the shed in a small side yard and there are trees and a star cover that I have to work around. My goal for the shed is to have a 360 plywood tank, a 240 a 55 and 6 40 breeders. I have the 55 and 2 40 breeders. My plan is to get 4 more 40s build the 360 and hopefully find a used 8ft 240.
 

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I have to build the shed in a small side yard and there are trees and a star cover that I have to work around. My goal for the shed is to have a 360 plywood tank, a 240 a 55 and 6 40 breeders. I have the 55 and 2 40 breeders. My plan is to get 4 more 40s build the 360 and hopefully find a used 8ft 240.
How big shed you building? I've got my new tank in a 10' x 10'.... Wish I had more space, but housing prices here in Vancouver are crazy... Maybe someday :(
 

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How big shed you building? I've got my new tank in a 10' x 10'.... Wish I had more space, but housing prices here in Vancouver are crazy... Maybe someday :(
Probably around 8' x 14'. 360 will go in the back, six 40s and utility sink will go on one side, the 55 and 240 will go on the other side. That is the plan. I will probably change the final tank arrangement after the shed is built. I am going to use these double stands for the 40s http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=9883. The 65 gallon one works for 40 breeders. I have one stand and 2 40s so I will need to get 2 more stands and 4 more 40s. I will get the 40s at petco when they have their dollar per gallon sale so I can get them for $40 each.
 

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Probably around 8' x 14'. 360 will go in the back, six 40s and utility sink will go on one side, the 55 and 240 will go on the other side. That is the plan. I will probably change the final tank arrangement after the shed is built. I am going to use these double stands for the 40s http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=9883. The 65 gallon one works for 40 breeders. I have one stand and 2 40s so I will need to get 2 more stands and 4 more 40s. I will get the 40s at petco when they have their dollar per gallon sale so I can get them for $40 each.
Sounds awesome! I know I shouldn't get ahead of this, but what are you thinking of stocking the 360 gallon with?
 

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Depending on your height dimensions in the shed, you could stack the 40 breeders three high if you built your own stands. Could save you some room.

Also, since you are planning a custom plywood build already, why not make one side of the shed and entire tank with dimensions around 14' long by 3' wide? Then, if you maintain the tanks on the other side to be only 24" wide, you would have 3' in between to walk through.

Just some thoughts. Sounds like a fun project. Don't forget to reinforce the floor of the shed and you will probably need to use concrete or at least a good 6" of limestone gravel for the foundation.
 

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I want to use pentair epoxy. At first, I wanted to use pond armour, but it is really expensive and I read that the pentair epoxy is stronger.
I think either can do fine, fish dog used pentair mad has lasted years without a leak(other than Windows) I used pentair initially but sprung a leak after about 4 months. I ended up re coating with pond armor simply because I could next day ship it with Amazon. So far it has held another 2 months
 

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I think i will probably go with the pond armour since it is stronger and it makes a thicker coat. I thought the pentair was stronger, but the pond armour actually is. I want this tank to last a long time. I am going to start building the shed hopefully in a few weeks.
 
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