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Old 04-03-2011, 02:27 PM
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Would love some insite on if it is a worthy venture to build a tank with these dims from starch
48x36x27

Looking forward to your guys and gals input

Got a quote of 2200 from a tank manufacture

Chad
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Old 04-03-2011, 04:12 PM
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I think you need to get some more quotes -that's high.

There is no rocket science in building a tank but it does take some skill and tools and the consequences of getting it wrong can be significant in terms of cost and mess.

I have the tools and ability to build my own however I choose to let someone with more experience build them for me. I'm happy to DIY just about anything else.

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Old 04-03-2011, 05:05 PM
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i've built a couple of breeding tanks and it is alot cheaper to get a tank built for you-the only reason i did it is because i needed a specific size
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Thanks for the input I will defiantly look for more quotes
Little hesitant about building it myself
If there are any tank builders in the lower mainland that can quote me please feel free to contact me
c.bb.74@hotmail.com

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Old 04-04-2011, 05:58 PM
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try Miracles - they ship tanks all the time. Also ask your local LFS if they know of a "hobbyiest" builder.
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Old 04-04-2011, 06:41 PM
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Are you going to do glass or acrylic?
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