Started a DIY build a bit ago and thought I'd share the progress. It will be delayed 'til after the Holidays. But here is what I have so far (tank needs a little clean up, but letting it dry for now). Tank is 60"x26"x22". Stand is 2x4's and 2x6's with a sheet of 3/4 inch MDF board on top (solid as a rock and definitely overkill but wood is cheap and house is not). First build for me and I limited the tank size for now due to room size restraints, but wanted the experience for when I move to the next place and can build much bigger. It has been fun thus far and appreciate all the knowledge and experiences shared on this website. I will update again after the New Year and I buy the glass. I think 3/8's should be good (hope so, much cheaper than 1/2").
. It is not fun liveong in smalltown USA and driving an hour each way only to have the wrong size again and again. Still trying though. Next order should be in next week some time. In the mean time, I bought a used restaurant tank about 165 gallons and built a stand. I am attaching pics. It is still a work in progress but posting anyway. So far there is a red devil (used initially to cycle tank, but seems to be getting along with new fish so may keep him), 2 altolamp comps, and a julie. Will get substrate in Wednesday and order some more fish after that. Basic setup for now, but I have been patiently waiting for my plywood build to come into fruition, but I WANT FISH! On a side note, has anybody ordered from LiveFishDirect.com? If so, what was your experience?
