Chads 60 gallon and frag tank build

[Chads_Coral_Collection]

Hows it going folks...

I will be starting my current dream tank build (I'm sure my dreams will be bigger in two years lol).

I will be building 60 gallon glass tank. 32L x 18T x 24D.

I'll be placing a frag tank right next to it. 20x20x9.

Both tanks will be plumbed together with the same sump and pump.

I had the glass cut today. And the holes drilled. My silicone shows up tomorrow! So tomorrow a picture should be up for you all to enjoy.

For now enjoy parts laying around. See you tomorrow!!!

 

[Chads_Coral_Collection]

Here you go

 

[drawman]

Good start!

 

[Chads_Coral_Collection]

And here's the tank 48 hrs and we can water test!

 

[Diesel]

Looking good!
What kind of silicone did you use?

 

[Chads_Coral_Collection]

The momentive rtv100

 

[Chads_Coral_Collection]

Water test complete. going to add some braces still. I had the guy cut them the wrong size.

Double check your measurements. Even if u use an online calculator.

All my bonds are super strong. Just 5 inches on one seam is a little weak. It's at the top so bracing should help immensely.

 

[Nano101]

very cool building a tank from scrath! ultimate DIY

 

[Paul87]

Looks good tagging along!

 

[Chads_Coral_Collection]

We have a skeleton!

I used pocket holes for 90 percent of the screws. I made the stand perfect width to hold my frank tank and my 60 gallon. (32x24x18)

Putting a skin around it is next!!!

 

[Chads_Coral_Collection]

With the display loaded up

 

[Chads_Coral_Collection]

Started some plumbing today. Adding gate valves. Check valves and the skin of the stand tomorrow!