Looking for affordable glass

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Thinking about building a plywood tank around 300 gal. I got two quotes on .75 inch glass and about pooped myself on the spot $600.00 to $800.00.
I've read silicone will not stick to acrylic glass.Need a size of 71 inch * 28.25 inch could someone guide me in the right direction to affordable glass.
 
I need help on this as well I'm going to see if I can come across any large glass at a yard sale.

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search craigslist. occassionly you can find glass table tops w proper thickness and dimensions. btw i've seen 28" tall tanks built w 1/2" thick glass. Might be a wee bit cheaper than 3/4
 
I wouldnt really look for "cheap glass" Just call around to your local custom glass shops and see who will give the best deal. Use them against each other to get a lower price. this place said this price, what are you willing to offer me for it ? then when they go under call back to first place and tell them how low the other store went and just keep going. lol
 
Do you think a thick glass top dining room table would work for a tank. I have seen a lot of them on the internet for sale from $150 on up.
 
my buddy made a 360 gal out of a cheap leaking 210 gal he found on craigslist. same viewing area but has 3 sides of glass and is wider and longer. lots of room for his rays and arowanas to turn around
 
karaig19 said:
I need help on this as well I'm going to see if I can come across any large glass at a yard sale.
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If it is worth it to you to drive to Orlando for a free piece of glass, and if you can transport it, let me know. I have several in the ball park of 2.5x5.

Just a thought, if you have some cash on hand I know of a 9ft long glass tank (360g) that is for sale. It is $1500 with stand, sump, and two pumps.
 
1/2" glass would be thick enough for you, most 30" tall tanks are only made with 1/2". If you want the extra safety factor then you could go with 5/8" and still save some money.
 
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