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Old 09-20-2008, 11:28 PM
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Just wondering what do other reefers use for both mixing/holding water and for water changes? Want something on wheels (no more hauling)like the big Rubbermaid garbage cans but am wondering how well these work when semi-full of water and if they are safe to use?
I bought one from Walmart but am wondering if it is okay or not??
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Old 09-21-2008, 12:20 AM
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Brute force containers are good, but I would suggest buying or making a dolly to go under a wheel-less container, Imo where the wheels go on the garbage containers is a weak point.
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Old 09-21-2008, 12:27 AM
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I'll second that ... I use a Brute trash can with the matching Rubbermaid Brute Dolly.
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Old 09-21-2008, 03:22 AM
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And these Brute cans/dolly are available where? Home Depot??
So you think the wheels on the wheeled Rubbermaids are not strong enough?
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Old 09-21-2008, 03:53 AM
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And these Brute cans/dolly are available where? Home Depot??
So you think the wheels on the wheeled Rubbermaids are not strong enough?
Yep ... I got mine from Home Depot.
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Old 09-21-2008, 04:39 AM
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Why don't you just use a pump and a length of hose?
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Old 09-21-2008, 05:18 AM
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Made up my own dolly with a 2x2' piece of plywood and 4 swivelling casters from HD. Had the plywood but the casters cost about $10 for all.
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