Large tank DIY

Mike de Leon · 10/08/2018, 09:03 AM

Looking at building my own. I want to build a 84” X 30” X 18” with a synergy overflow.
Any tips out there? What are the pros and cons?
I want to use a 3/4” and do a rimless.

ravi197699 · 10/09/2018, 05:43 AM

first of all good luck with your build and looking forward to see it grow, I am having my tank build onsite due to the size of the tank which is 91" x 60" x 33" high with 3/4" thick glass, I personally don't go for the looks of the tank and specially when tank size is larger, I am all about the strength, supports and braces (Aluminum or metal) when it comes to supporting the tank. My tank is scheduled for this Friday or Saturday. I will be posting pictures of the progress in my build and you can use these for your reference.

Mike de Leon · 10/09/2018, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by ravi197699

first of all good luck with your build and looking forward to see it grow, I am having my tank build onsite due to the size of the tank which is 91" x 60" x 33" high with 3/4" thick glass, I personally don't go for the looks of the tank and specially when tank size is larger, I am all about the strength, supports and braces (Aluminum or metal) when it comes to supporting the tank. My tank is scheduled for this Friday or Saturday. I will be posting pictures of the progress in my build and you can use these for your reference.

Thanks. One of the reasons for building on site for me is access. It will be difficult to bring the larger tank to where I need it to go. Looking forward to your build. Sounds exciting.

10/08/2018, 09:03 AM	#1
Mike de Leon Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Ont. Canada Posts: 2,308	Large tank DIY Looking at building my own. I want to build a 84” X 30” X 18” with a synergy overflow. Any tips out there? What are the pros and cons? I want to use a 3/4” and do a rimless. __________________ Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.. Current Tank Info: 180 Gallon, 3 G4 Radions

10/09/2018, 05:43 AM	#2
ravi197699 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 567	first of all good luck with your build and looking forward to see it grow, I am having my tank build onsite due to the size of the tank which is 91" x 60" x 33" high with 3/4" thick glass, I personally don't go for the looks of the tank and specially when tank size is larger, I am all about the strength, supports and braces (Aluminum or metal) when it comes to supporting the tank. My tank is scheduled for this Friday or Saturday. I will be posting pictures of the progress in my build and you can use these for your reference.