Navyblue
03/03/2010, 12:55 PM
I am considering replacing my 120G. It is currently on a siphon box. I am thinking of doing a drilled custom tank.
My cabinet has no hole underneath, meaning it would be easier if I have the hole at the back, but my LFS doesn't recommend it (they say it is prone to leak). Personally I imagine the bulkhead might stress the tank if it is not done properly.
My questions is:
- Where should the outlet hole be located?
- How large should the overflow box be?
What would happen if I do without an overflow box and just have a pipe that sticks upwards to let water flows in? Gargling noise? If would work, it seems that the easiest way is to have the hole drilled like 4" under the rim at the back of the tank and have an elbow on the bulk head that faces up. What am I missing?
My cabinet has no hole underneath, meaning it would be easier if I have the hole at the back, but my LFS doesn't recommend it (they say it is prone to leak). Personally I imagine the bulkhead might stress the tank if it is not done properly.
My questions is:
- Where should the outlet hole be located?
- How large should the overflow box be?
What would happen if I do without an overflow box and just have a pipe that sticks upwards to let water flows in? Gargling noise? If would work, it seems that the easiest way is to have the hole drilled like 4" under the rim at the back of the tank and have an elbow on the bulk head that faces up. What am I missing?