DIY Plywood 1200Gallon -Officialy Started

[Tor-Eriik]

I would take a syringe and just squirt some in there to be safe. I have done this on smaller 160L tank with small air pocket in the corner.
But then again a 160L aint a 1200gal.

Its actually 30 of them hehe! Il see what i do,when i take out the supports tomorrow il might lay a line around the whole window. If that is what it takes to make my mind still, why not. Not that big off a deal to do anyways.

 

[sashimimaster]

You should be fine with that seal. Just to be safe I'd run a bead on the inside corner.

 

[Inglorious]

If it will make you sleep better at night having an extra layer on the inside of the window then it's definitely worth doing for the peace of mind.

 

[kwstas_original]

 

[rustyspurs]

Thats what i was thinking aswell. And its also like 4-5mm thick, we pushed and pushed, but couldnt get it closer to the epoxy.. Any other people have opinions about this?

Im thinking sunday, so that i let it sit for 3,5-4 days... Im nervous as hell! If this is not waterproof im gonna cry all the way to the bank.. This is a 6000$ piece of joy.

i had a knot in my stomach when i first filled mine, though my brother standing with the camcorder 'cause when this fails it'll be a you-tube classic' didnt help ,
i actually had a leak around my viewing window, a small trickle but a leaks a leak.
it was my own fault as id originally used normal non aquarium grade silicone, thinking there couldnt be that much of a difference between silicone.. how wrong i was.
Good luck for sunday, ill be watching for the ' successful fill ' post.

 

[Tor-Eriik]

Im a littlebit nervous, but i cant see how this could fail me. I will run a line around the whole window i think, just for piece of mind as you said.

Il keep you guys posted on sunday

 

[MyGiants]

Awesome job!

Is your window Glass or Plexi?

 

[Vidar-Alexander]

It is 19 mm Securit glass. Hardened.
Same type we use in bullit proof glass.

 

[Tor-Eriik]

Damn im ready at this moment! cant wait til tomorrow.. Im prepared for dissapointment, is there any tanks out there that have no leaks on first try?

 

[bubbles123]

From what I remember, I don't think GreenTerra's tank (800 gal) leaked when he filled it the first time. His plywood tank was fibreglassed inside.

I'm hoping for good luck for you. Your build is looking great so far.