thanks guys I think Im going to teardown, move and re setup the current display so I won't feel rushed to get them in the new tank. I really appreciate the offer though.

here is the stand.

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...-00-52_606.jpg

At first I thought i was wrapped in a red bow... Then I realized I'm tired and its only a tie strap.

Good luck with the move of the current system.

Jay,
I have that 90 gal poly eth. Tub in the basement if you need it for the transfer.

Lol it might as well be it might be my birthday, Christmas and Easter all wrapped in one!!

Thanks Bob I might take you up on that. Would like to keep as much water as possible.

sump pic:

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...01/4_photo.jpg

If you need it, it's here. I just had knee surgery today so unfortunately I cannot deliver and check out the new system. If you need some one to stand around and give orders though, I'm all in. I'll be good to go in a few if you need a hand with the plumbing. LMK.

ouch what happened?
No problem I can pick it up.
I may just pick your brain with the plumbing questions.

I have a lot of pipe and fittings here, so maybe go shopping here beforehand, I can always make a trip to the wholesale as well for odds and ends.
I tore my meniscus in my knee last fall, finally got in to get it repaired. No worries, good as new now(so they tell me).
But seriously if you need me, let me know, we'll get the plumbing done.

That would be stellar. Me and plumbing don't get along! I really want it to be nice and professional looking

So tomorrow is the big day and I'm freaking out lol.

just need to get it down stairs safe and sound.

on the bright side I picked up a few more pieces today. Thanks again Ken (Bwa)
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...-38-18_745.jpg

Anyone have advice on getting the tank down stairs?

I have a Milwaukee PVC cutter if you need it.

What do you mean?
Besides the fact you should have lots of help?
Could you clarify your question?

Nice pumps

I guess any techniques that have worked to make it easier. dollies, crazy carpets ect.

Well, getting it as close to the stairs as possible on some kind of table or sawhorses helps.
Not knowing what you are dealing with for stairs and turns, I'd suggest you set up some saw horses or such at the bottom of the stairs as this is when everyone should take a rest. Besides that, it's just a matter of keeping the tank off the floor.
Do not set it down on edges and try not to twist it.
As for dollies and carpets, that all depends on the layout of your home.
They are useful when you are not dealing with stairs, but the stairs should be a fluid move; no trying to set it down. You can rest it on your thigh, but you really should keep going until you can set it down flat.

Does that help answer your question?

I ended up sliding mine down the stairs on several clean blankets. It was the easiest part of the whole move.

Buy a few of these and get your kids to move the tank!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUE4x-_pb9A

An appliance dolly and an extra pair of hands are invaluable.

Good luck.

Everything went smooth as butter, lots of good friends helping out, most of them shaking their heads asking why are you putting a glass swimming pool in the basement.

A big thanks to Chris (Lapdog) he sold me this tank and was nice enough to come over with 2 pairs of suction cups and a dolly to help me get it down safely.

I mean to take more pics but it went by so fast... here are a few.

Tank loaded in my truck (behind the rug rats)
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...-17-52_667.jpg

off loaded to the sidewalk waiting for reinforcements

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...-08-08_673.jpg

In the basement :mrgreen:
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...-15-59_572.jpg

stand (with the old setup in the background waiting to be torn down)
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...-16-12_724.jpg

And sump
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...6-16-29_36.jpg

Now I have to get some wood working done!

you need a skirt?

i can build you a skirt

Thanks for your offer but I am looking forward to doing the skirting.

And who is Subman jr. ?

Ahh Crap that's my son. He logged in on my computer and I didn't notice. It's senior thats looking forward to the woodworking lol

Was he is the boy at my house?

Yeah that's the one.

Just wanted to give Neil at NWGP kudos for building this tank. It's unbelievably built and I would highly recommend him for any custom tank builds. If anyone is interested drop lapdog2020 (Chris) a pm he was also fantastic to deal with and went way above and beyond all expectations!

Thanks Neil and Chris

I am glad that this stand is finally going to be put to use. Did you figure out the OF & cross brace issue?

It looks like the spacing might just work out. I need to measure things to make sure but I think it will be ok. The stand is incredible by the way.

Wow looks good. I'll be by next weekend with your magnets and stuff if you still need them.

Tanks Jason I hope that you will enjoy your tank for many years to come. Happy reefing.

I am planning on it!

that tank is looking really shiny......ju got some cajones mang.....I would not put a tank that size in a room with a pool table:razz:

It's a bullet proof glass. Good place to hang around for game of pool.

slow process but little by little...I built my electronics box for under the DT.
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...-17-15_533.jpg

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...-17-35_553.jpg

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...-17-52_512.jpg

it's only 12" deep but at 32" tall and 30" wide I should have plenty of room for my Profilux controller and Doser on the top shelf. The bottom area will be for my two profilux power bars, vortech cotrollers, Radion Ballasts and a UPS back up. The Box is completely sealed except for a hole for the cords that will have a rubber fitting (or something like it) to seal it as well.

Hey Jay, I will play a game of pool for a fish (no money just fish).

The pool table is for show...the balls are under lock and key! We break away from the tank!

The 10ft Tv to the right makes the room a great place to hang out!

Your on Kev!

I better go dig out my pool cue and give it a little shine.