Acrylic 500 gallon install

  • We are currently upgrading MFK. thanks! -neo
Here's what's going in the tank when it's ready. These are currently in my 120 with two AC110's and an FX5.
It's tough to gauge their size by the pic. For reference, the pipe ornament is 12" tall and 15" wide.
Giant Gourami, Florida Gar, Peacock Bass, Green Parrot Cichlid, and Red Tail Catfish.
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I finished the stand today. Don't go by the lines on the house, the stand is perfectly level which ever way you put the level on it. The wood base is built from 2x12's, there are 4 along the front and back of the stand spanning 65". I assembled it using joist hangers and galvanized screws and lag bolts. It's VERY sturdy.
There is an area under the stand (56"L x 35"H x 36"D) for filtration.
I topped it with a piece of 3/8" and 3/4" plywood. The only reason I used two pieces of plywood on top was I had it to use up. I also put a coat of primer on the top and sides of the wood and will follow with a coat of semi gloss.
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gonna be sweet when finished. for sure overbuilt, but it sure beats waking up to the sound of 5000 pounds smacking the ground :eek:
 
Love the baby GG
 
Nice work so far!
 
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