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Unread 04/07/2012, 10:47 AM   #1
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125g tank leveling

Is 1/16 of an inch out of perfect level ok on a 125g - 6ft long tank?


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Unread 04/07/2012, 12:08 PM   #2
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yah its not much over 6 ft. just that perticular overflow will drain just a hair more than the opposite end.


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Unread 04/07/2012, 04:11 PM   #3
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It's fine.

If you shim to level it out, be sure to shim the bottom of the stand, NOT the tank. Shimming the tank could lead to trouble in the future.


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Unread 04/07/2012, 04:17 PM   #4
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Yea u should be fine. My 90 is closer to 1/8" but no issues.


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