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Old 09-10-2014, 10:51 PM
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not sure about other lfs but concept charges $250 plus materials .

materials for your tank would probably run about $150-$200 if you have nothing already

come see me if youd like to get something done,as well if youd like a quick 5 minute course i charge nothing but a fresh coffee hehe

we are in the NE close to pices

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just noticed your title says edmonton but your location is calgary, none the less the offer still stands
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Old 09-10-2014, 11:16 PM
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The first thing you need to decide on is the type of overflow system (herbie, durso, bean animal) you want and then go from there. Researching these topics will also show you how most of the plumbing is set up. Melev's Reef website is good for getting sump info as well. It's pretty easy to plumb PVC it's just a matter of knowing what pieces to buy and put lots of unions in so you can easily take things apart and adjust the piping.
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Old 09-11-2014, 03:18 AM
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I plumbed my own system with zero experience, with a measuring tape, a hacksaw, and a cheapo mitre box. My system is fairly simple though you can see it on my blog. Just watch lots of YouTube videos and research the kind of system you want. I didn't drill any glass though so that is something I'd like to try yet. There lots of videos on this as well. Gluing PVC is easy and the instructions are on the glue. Break up your plumbing into lots of sections with unions for easier disassembly for maintenance and modifications.

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Plumbing on my tank took about 20 minutes and less than $30. Bulk heads came with tank, so those are more if needed.
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Go see Denny, that's the best way, after his 5 minute course it'll be easy for you. He has all the parts you may need as well.
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Rona will be your best friend, they have most if not all the PVC connections you will need and they are very cheap too !
I have made so many trips there even the cashiers remembers me.
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Old 09-22-2014, 03:06 PM
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Go see Denny, that's the best way, after his 5 minute course it'll be easy for you. He has all the parts you may need as well.
Thanks everyone. Have been doing reading into this and took a trip to small rona by my work during lunch. Does anyone have Denny's contact info? It would be great to talk to someone about this in person.
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