bottomdweller_fan Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 ............... here is the more!! In order to make sure that the silicone would not pull away from the pond liner or the acrylic, I sandwiched it between the acrylic, plywood, pond liner, and 1x2 lumber. I then did a second layer of silicone on top of the one that was sandwiched in order to have a nice finish. I filled the tank partway to see if there were any leaks. There was a very small one so I emptied the tank, found the leak, fixed it and, after letting the silicone dry, started filling again. This time there were no leaks so I filled the tank and let it sit for about 4 hours. There were still no leaks so I emptied the tank and added the deck planks to the top as braces. I added a layer of fluorite and then a layer of sand (SIL3). Then I decorated and then… added the fish that had been in the 108 gallon tank. The tank has been up and running for over a week now and everything is going well. It is taking awhile to fully fill as my holding container only holds 50 gallons at a time, but it is nearly there. I hope you enjoy these posts as much as I enjoyed building the tank! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qattarra Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 That is an awesome tank ! I'm sooooo jealous! lol Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
African_Fever Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 Tank looks great. Any pics or plans of the internal filter that you're doing in the end section? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiskeygirl Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 Looks unbalievable ... can't wait to get started on mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slough Shark Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 (edited) Very well done, good for you! I would definately have to go biotope that bad boy with a wicked DIY styro background. Maybe someday! I'm sure it is alot cheaper than buying a glass tank of that size :thumbs: Edited October 7, 2008 by Slough Shark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patrick Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 I want one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveDude77 Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 WOW! :shock: That is very nice. You sure made it sound easy to build. How many hours you figure you put into that and was it as easy as it sounds? Nice setup. :thumbs: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2manytanks Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Man, that tank makes me want a bigger house. I just LOVE the length of it. Fantastic job, you must be very proud and excited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parachromis1 Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Absolutey CANT wait for my plywood tank now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomdweller_fan Posted October 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 (edited) WOW! That is very nice. You sure made it sound easy to build. How many hours you figure you put into that and was it as easy as it sounds?Nice setup. Thanks. Actually, it was easier than I thought it would be. The most time was spent researching and asking questions (I'm a real woodworking noob ). As well, waiting for the silicone, varnish, and wood glue to fully cure took the most time. In total, I would say I spent a total of maybe 24 hours over the space of a couple of weeks. Edited October 8, 2008 by bottomdweller_fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomdweller_fan Posted October 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 (edited) Man, that tank makes me want a bigger house. I just LOVE the length of it. Fantastic job, you must be very proud and excited. Thanks. I am really proud of it (cause I did it all by myself - except for some help with lifting). I am really excited, but I think the fish are even more so - they use every inch of the tank :w00t: Edited October 8, 2008 by bottomdweller_fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2manytanks Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Man, that tank makes me want a bigger house. I just LOVE the length of it. Fantastic job, you must be very proud and excited. Thanks. I am really proud of it (cause I did it all by myself - except for some help with lifting). I am really excited, but I think the fish are even more so - they use every inch of the tank :w00t: Feels good doesn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomdweller_fan Posted October 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Tank looks great. Any pics or plans of the internal filter that you're doing in the end section? Thank you. Here is a plan of the internal filter it will be 35.25" long by 23" tall and 6.5" wide and built out of black acrylic so it blends in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvision Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 What are you using for lighting? Are those MH lights? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vallisneria Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Looks great now that its full Now it just needs a big school of angelfish Keep us updated how it matures and the plants fill in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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