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Beverly
12-06-2011, 02:21 AM
We're considering the possibility of custom building an all-in-one, under 40g. Can anyone recommend a tank builder?

TIA :)
Myka
12-06-2011, 02:29 AM
Do you ever go to Calgary? I "never" go to Calgary, but I still got Concept Aquarium in Calgary to build my custom tank. Great builders.
Beverly
12-06-2011, 02:33 AM
Hi Myka,

I haven't been to Calgary in the last 30 years - eek! I'll keep them in mind though if no one around here can do it. If we decide to go in that direction, that is.

What did they build for you?
BlueTang<3
12-06-2011, 02:37 AM
Dave built my frag tank and sump did an excellent job we will be getting him to build our next upgrade.
Myka
12-06-2011, 02:37 AM
They built me a custom 100 gallon (48x20x24") with external overflow and some other bells n whistles.
MarkoD
12-06-2011, 02:40 AM
Neil builds good tanks.
doch
12-06-2011, 02:50 AM
Upgrading already!?!?!

Might as well go bigger than a 40gal Bev!

+1 on Neil... great tanks and he's local.
The Grizz
12-06-2011, 02:55 AM
PMed you Neil's contact info.
MarkoD
12-06-2011, 03:14 AM
Upgrading already!?!?!

Might as well go bigger than a 40gal Bev!

+1 on Neil... great tanks and he's local.

But takes forever
Beverly
12-06-2011, 03:17 AM
Wow! Thanks for the PMs.

As I said, we (meaning me) are just thinking about it. Our 10g is running perfectly at the moment and it would be a shame to upgrade to something that's beyond my ablility to look after it with ease and pleasure.

I'm going upstairs now to gaze into the wonder of our beloved 10g. There are new frags everywhere after the pre-Christmas sales :)
lastlight
12-06-2011, 03:38 AM
I doubt there's any upgrades left for me but if I ever downgraded concept would be building it. Cuts, seams and overall finish is the shiznit.
Nano
12-06-2011, 03:39 AM
Wow! Thanks for the PMs.

As I said, we (meaning me) are just thinking about it. Our 10g is running perfectly at the moment and it would be a shame to upgrade to something that's beyond my ablility to look after it with ease and pleasure.

I'm going upstairs now to gaze into the wonder of our beloved 10g. There are new frags everywhere after the pre-Christmas sales :)

But remember! With small tank come great responsibility! big tank = less chance of water problems! I'm upgrading my 20g in a years time I hope to a 125-250g havent quite decided yet!
reefwars
12-06-2011, 03:40 AM
But remember! With small tank come great responsibility! big tank = less chance of water problems! I'm upgrading my 20g in a years time I hope to a 125-250g havent quite decided yet!



yes but bigger is alot more expensive to maintain and set up;)
The Grizz
12-06-2011, 03:51 AM
yes but bigger is alot more expensive to maintain and set up;)

And that's the truth, the whole truth & nothing but the truth.
Beverly
12-07-2011, 03:12 AM
Dave built my frag tank and sump did an excellent job we will be getting him to build our next upgrade.

Can you please tell me how to get in contact with Dave? TIA :)


yes but bigger is alot more expensive to maintain and set up;)

So true. A few years back we had a 180g :drinking: That's why I don't want to go too big. Time and money are big factors for us.
intarsiabox
12-07-2011, 03:21 AM
But takes forever

He got my tank done when he said he would. It took a month but he was in Italy on holidays during that time as well. Beautiful job on the tank, starphire on 3 sides and external overflow. Now I just have to finish my stand and build a sump.
The Grizz
12-07-2011, 03:34 AM
Can you please tell me how to get in contact with Dave.

Concepts Aquatics a.k.a Dave, site sponsor.
Nano
12-07-2011, 03:43 AM
And that's the truth, the whole truth & nothing but the truth.

lol yup. my mistake :mrgreen: more expensive lol
outacontrol
12-07-2011, 05:06 AM
Can you please tell me how to get in contact with Dave? TIA :)




So true. A few years back we had a 180g :drinking: That's why I don't want to go too big. Time and money are big factors for us.


Here is a link for Concept Aquatics, talk to Dave he is a great guy:
http://www.conceptaquatics.ca/
riceboy
12-07-2011, 01:14 PM
Dave at concepts all the way take a look at my tank build the quality and craftsmanship is amazing, and pricing is great. Once I get my own house the next upgrade will be through Dave for sure just a heads up there Dave lol.
molotov
12-07-2011, 03:59 PM
I would also recommend Dave if you're not in a hurry. I'm still waiting on a few of the finishing details. He built me a 150G display starphire front/sides/brace, custom sump (his design) and a reservoir partitioned into two. I will post pics as soon as I get it.

His attention to design and detail is why I stuck with him. So a trip to Calgary is well worth it; again if you're not in a hurry.