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Old 03-20-2006, 11:13 PM
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Okay I have a question for all you DIY'ers out their....What size should I make my EuroBrace on my new 230 Gal Tank???
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Old 03-20-2006, 11:40 PM
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What are the tank dimensions?
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Old 03-21-2006, 12:48 AM
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On a six foot tank I would thing 2.5 to 3 inches of 3/8 or 1/2 inch glass would be enough. Now don't forget I base that on no real knowledge just my own experience in building the tanks I have.
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I have a 230g and mine is 1/2" glass and about 3in wide.
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Old 03-21-2006, 01:33 AM
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That tank still holding together Sean ?
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Yep still going good, With all the silicone we used its silliconed to everything even the stand theres no way it will ever let go.
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