W1ngz
01/06/2019, 12:57 AM
Starting to look at a new system to replace my old 75 that was already used when I got it 5 years ago. I've decided that a rimless 90 cube would best fit the space where the tank is.
I've never made my own stand before, so looking for some input. I've based it on the monster stand thread over here (http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1169964).
The basic frame looks like this, all made of 2x4s. Overall the frame will be 4' x 30"
http://reefcentral.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=398699&stc=1&d=1546757064
The top and sump floor will be 3/4" ply, topped with foam mat. A small section on the right of the stand will be walled off for electrical.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=398700&stc=1&d=1546757129
The sides will be completely removable for easy access. The little tank on the right is a small frag grow-out tank that will be plumbed to to rest of the system.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=398701&stc=1&d=1546757333
Once it's all done, I'm hoping the finish will make it look like an old barnwood crate.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=398702&stc=1&d=1546757333
I've never made my own stand before, so looking for some input. I've based it on the monster stand thread over here (http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1169964).
The basic frame looks like this, all made of 2x4s. Overall the frame will be 4' x 30"
http://reefcentral.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=398699&stc=1&d=1546757064
The top and sump floor will be 3/4" ply, topped with foam mat. A small section on the right of the stand will be walled off for electrical.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=398700&stc=1&d=1546757129
The sides will be completely removable for easy access. The little tank on the right is a small frag grow-out tank that will be plumbed to to rest of the system.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=398701&stc=1&d=1546757333
Once it's all done, I'm hoping the finish will make it look like an old barnwood crate.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=398702&stc=1&d=1546757333