i started looking today... :(

reefwars · #1 10-26-2010, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by globaldesigns

I also recommend getting one built, but be careful, do find a reputable builder with alot of experience. The last thing you want is a big tank blowing a seem!

Also price isn't everything, you do get what you pay for, and in my opinion the experience of the builder is the most important. You can spend thousands for a custom tank build, it all depends on many factors, so do your shopping/research.

In response to you building it yourself, if you have the courage to do it, then give it a try. But don't get upset if it leaks, I think patience in the building process is key. I myself thought about building my own tank next time, but probably will get Jay (Calgary tank builder) to build my next one, he built my current one, and I can say the quality of it surpasses most.

also had jay do mine and i couldnt pick out one inperfection and i went over it with a fine tooth comb theres things he can do with a tank that not everybody can piece together so it all comes down to what you want and what you expect

Milad · #2 10-26-2010, 08:24 PM

i might go buy some glass and do a 24x24x10 cube for a frag/clown tank and see what happens. does someone have some good links on "how-tos"?

Milad · #3 10-26-2010, 08:40 PM

btw why is everyone mentioning glass? why not acrylic? I like the idea of rounded edges.

globaldesigns · #4 10-26-2010, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Milad

btw why is everyone mentioning glass? why not acrylic? I like the idea of rounded edges.

I personally wouldn't do acrylic for one reason, it does scratch much easier than glass. I also think acrylic is more expensive.