Poseidon's NEW Adventure!

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05-20-2012, 01:01 PM
Post #1: Poseidon

I got the back on, and a shelf in the middle of the stand. I went with 3/8" CHERRY Ply, and it looks awesome with a natural oil finish with the Cedar contrast.

I have to still cut out the shelf for the bottom, and I have to get some foam to set the tank on. Hopefully I'll get those done this afternoon.

I am a bit sore, and a bit sunburned from yesterday. (Changing shocks at 2pm in the sun not such a great idea.)
05-24-2012, 07:35 PM
Post #2: Poseidon

Here is an updated pic of the stand and tank, next purchase will be the overflow. Glass Holes?
http://perfectpix.smugmug.com/Aquari...omePhoto-L.jpg
I cheaped out and took the pic with my phone. I like it MUCH better with the back and shelves, plus it is ROCK solid now!
05-27-2012, 07:35 PM
Post #3: binford4000

Looking good Mike !! :thumbsup:
05-27-2012, 08:01 PM
Post #4: GTi

Your old 'scape was awesome! Is there a build thread for that tank?

I am also watching you new build with interest as I am looking at transferring my 29 gallon Biocube in to a 50 long open top. To keep things simple, I am probably going to do an all in one configuration but definitely want a cabinet to hide all the electronics and ATO in.

Looking forward to seeing how yours comes together!
05-28-2012, 06:23 PM
Post #5: Poseidon

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Originally Posted by binford4000

Looking good Mike !! :thumbsup:

Thanks Chuck, I am getting closer!

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Originally Posted by GTi

Your old 'scape was awesome! Is there a build thread for that tank?

I am also watching you new build with interest as I am looking at transferring my 29 gallon Biocube in to a 50 long open top. To keep things simple, I am probably going to do an all in one configuration but definitely want a cabinet to hide all the electronics and ATO in.

Looking forward to seeing how yours comes together!

I had to go to the "Other" board...

http://www.michiganreefers.com/forum...llon-tank.html

That is an OLD thread, not sure how up to date it was before the tank came down.
05-29-2012, 09:53 AM
Post #6: cbau45

Welcome back Mike! Looks like you're off to a great start. Can't wait to see how this turns out.
05-29-2012, 06:14 PM
Post #7: Mike

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Originally Posted by Poseidon

Here is an updated pic of the stand and tank, next purchase will be the overflow. Glass Holes?
http://perfectpix.smugmug.com/Aquari...omePhoto-L.jpg
I cheaped out and took the pic with my phone. I like it MUCH better with the back and shelves, plus it is ROCK solid now!

I love the look Mike. It is amazing how far we have come from the days of ye' ole 2*4 stand (DIY). This hobby teaches so many new skills. I think that will look sweet.

I think a lot of us have also learned bigger is not better and more can just be more. If we reef in moderation in terms of size it can be lesss of a chore and we have more to really enjoy ;-)
05-29-2012, 07:12 PM
Post #8: Poseidon

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Originally Posted by cbau45

Welcome back Mike! Looks like you're off to a great start. Can't wait to see how this turns out.

Thanks Craig!

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Originally Posted by Mike

I love the look Mike. It is amazing how far we have come from the days of ye' ole 2*4 stand (DIY). This hobby teaches so many new skills. I think that will look sweet.

I think a lot of us have also learned bigger is not better and more can just be more. If we reef in moderation in terms of size it can be lesss of a chore and we have more to really enjoy ;-)

Thanks Mike! You are correct, I never would have learned so much about PVC without this hobby!

I am actually thinking of making some end tables to match... Maybe my entertainment center too. ;)
05-29-2012, 09:04 PM
Post #9: dlhirst

Great looking build! I love the idea of a false back to hide all the plumbing...
05-30-2012, 06:27 PM
Post #10: Poseidon

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Originally Posted by chort55

Thats a great idea Mike. We did the same thing when we had the 75g and it "fit" into the room much more IMO. Not that the tank itself didn't stand out, but the stand flowed better with the other furniture in the room compared to a totally different wood/ coloration then the rest of the room.

Everything is coming together nicely.... you got water in there yet?? :)

Not yet Chris, Andy is going to see if he can get Glass-holes at the shop for me though.

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Originally Posted by dlhirst

Great looking build! I love the idea of a false back to hide all the plumbing...

Thanks, I ended making that back solid though... It will still hide the plumbing just fine! :D

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