start to my diy 480 gallon timber pond (not finished)

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Polypterus
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8'x4'x2'
it is only half way up in this pic.
i have 1/2" all thread rod and lock nuts and washers for the corners and middle.
im going to put plywood on the inside.
then a layer of styro board,then pond liner.
going to filter with 2 55gallon drums and a uv sterilizer.
media as follows,cut up pvc,scrubbies,sponges,filter fiber,felt.
not sure on what gph pump to use on this,suggestions? :D
will update as soon as i get more done.
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Razman

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Oooo i wanna see how this turns out. Take LOTS of pics ok?!?!?
yeah, lots of pics.:iagree:
 

KenyanSandBoa

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That should be pretty sweet when that's up and running.

What are you putting in it?
 

ethnics

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any reason u went with that kinda wood for the structure? regular 4x4's woulda been way cheaper unless u got that stuff for free or if u wanted the outside to look way nicer, good start bro
 
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