Needing a new stand
 

So I decided to install a sump in the next few weeks, but my current stand wouldn't hold a sump so I had to go and build one. I think I may have over built it just a tad but here is the pics!

Here is my 20 gallon tank that I will be using.
http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/pic...pictureid=4078

This is the frame before I faced it. Just a basic 2 by 4 frame that has been glued and then screwed together. My calculations say that the stand should be able to hold 1500 pounds when done. I built the frame so that I can later put a 90 gallon on top of it.
http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/pic...pictureid=4081

This is the nearly finished product, minus the front panel and the paint.
http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/pic...pictureid=4084

I will be painting it a satin black and the front panel will be held in by magnets. I built a cabinet for a customer years ago that I put a magnetic panel on the back and it worked amazingly. So I decided to give it a try instead of using regular hinges. I will also be wiring a LED light and a battery pack to run the heater and protein skimmer if the power goes out.

I love how you're planning for the future upgrade already

Looks great, I wouldn't even bother putting the tank you have right now and just go straight for the jugular and put a 90 on there.

If you are building a LED, building the stand, building a sump. Why not build the tank? It could be lots of fun. Perhaps a little nerve racking, but if it works then you get mad props right?

I've thought about it. Not sure if I will, I think I can find a used tank for allot less than building a new one.

Well I think my little bacteria bloom is under control now. Think I may have added to much bio pellets!

how goes the battle?