Calling all engineers - mismatched tank/stand - help a brotha out!

[pharazon]

Hello R2R fam!

Once again, I’ve got a perplexing situation that I would love some expert advice on.

I recently acquired an IM Nuvo 40 EXT and Nuvo 50 INT stand. Both products have favorable reviews, BUT, the 40 EXT is a few inches more shallow than the 50 INT. As such, it doesn’t quite reach the corner pillars of the 50 INT stand in the rear.

I’m thinking a 3/4” slab of plywood between the tank and stand, with the front corners of the tank resting on the front pillars of the stand, would be sufficient to distribute the weight of the tank and prevent any catastrophes.

What I’m hoping for is some input from folks much more educated, inclined, and experienced than myself to let me know if that is either a sound idea or a terrible idea. Here’s to better illustrate the situation; just remember, the final setup will (theoretically) have a 3/4” slab of plywood that covers the entire surface area of the stand!



As always, I appreciate any input!

 

[Spieg]

Seems like you could make something to spread the load over the stand, but I wouldn't use plywood (bad things happen when it gets wet). Maybe some thick acrylic or PVC?

 

[pharazon]

Seems like you could make something to spread the load over the stand, but I wouldn't use plywood (bad things happen when it gets wet). Maybe some thick acrylic or PVC?

It comes with a thin PVC board but it’s quite flimsy. I was thinking 3/4” plywood properly sealed would be the best bet, but again I am a novice in this arena.

 

[Spieg]

It comes with a thin PVC board but it’s quite flimsy.

Ya, don't use that either.

It's really hard to seal plywood for long term exposure to salt water. You could try some epoxy marine paint, but doubt it would last more than a year or two.

 

[pharazon]

Ya, don't use that either.

It's really hard to seal plywood for long term exposure to salt water. You could try some epoxy marine paint, but doubt it would last more than a year or two.

Any suggestions on where to acquire a suitable PVC/acrylic slab that would have the structural integrity for the purpose at hand?

 

[455Cutlassdave]

Go to one of your local custom counter shops, they always have scrap cut offs laying around. I bet for a very low price they would they could cut you a piece and drill a hole for the plumbing in the back. Plus it would add a great custom look.

I would go with granite but marble would look nice too.