First tank since 2008!

fredward · Jan 17, 2023

Hi everyone. I had a 29g bio cube and a 6gal back in college. It’s been a while since then and finally I’m starting up a tank again. I just got a used 70 gal (3’x2’). It’s a custom build with a bottom drilled return internal overflow. It does have the black plastic rims though. I would like to take at least the top one off and euro brace it. Still looking into if it’s going to be strong enough. I would call myself an advanced diy’er so I am confident I could do a good job just not sure about the 3/8 thick glass.

I also just set up this terrarium!

Peace River · Jan 17, 2023

Welcome to Reef2Reef!!!

Gtinnel · Jan 17, 2023

Welcome to R2R

fishguy242 · Jan 17, 2023

hi ,welcome to the reef...

is top trim cracked ?
just want to remove for look ?
personally if intact ,I would just leave alone, JMO...

dlsorensen · Jan 17, 2023

BamaCoastPyrat · Jan 17, 2023

fredward said:
Hi everyone. I had a 29g bio cube and a 6gal back in college. It’s been a while since then and finally I’m starting up a tank again. I just got a used 70 gal (3’x2’). It’s a custom build with a bottom drilled return internal overflow. It does have the black plastic rims though. I would like to take at least the top one off and euro brace it. Still looking into if it’s going to be strong enough. I would call myself an advanced diy’er so I am confident I could do a good job just not sure about the 3/8 thick glass.

I also just set up this terrarium!

Welcome back to the saltwater game! There is an entire DIY forum here. That is my favorite section.

dstockwell · Jan 17, 2023

Welcome to the Reef

Fish Think Pink · Jan 17, 2023

fredward said:
Hi everyone. I had a 29g bio cube and a 6gal back in college. It’s been a while since then and finally I’m starting up a tank again. I just got a used 70 gal (3’x2’). It’s a custom build with a bottom drilled return internal overflow. It does have the black plastic rims though. I would like to take at least the top one off and euro brace it. Still looking into if it’s going to be strong enough. I would call myself an advanced diy’er so I am confident I could do a good job just not sure about the 3/8 thick glass.

I also just set up this terrarium!

Welcome and Welcome Back! Glad you joined.

Have you considered starting your build thread? I found its a great place to document my tank's evolution for myself. I started tank first then joined, so I'm still finding myself going back collecting pictures & updating historically as well as current state. Once you create your first post in your thread under Forum > Member Aquariums and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID). It is never too early!

This might help you find people local to you in San Diego:

Local Reef Club Discussion

Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.

www.reef2reef.com

This is a good reference book type online article I still review:

The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium

This article was sponsored by @MarineDepot at www.marinedepot.com. Introduction The marine environment is one of the most complex systems on the planet. The aquarium you are about to set up is only a tiny sliver of the vast ocean, but it is no...

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Zach B · Jan 17, 2023

Welcome

LiveWire · Jan 17, 2023

Welcome to the REEF!!

jsker · Jan 17, 2023

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JZ199 · Jan 17, 2023

Welcome!! And welcome back to the hobby! Nice tank, looking forward to seeing it's progress!!

fredward · Jan 17, 2023

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone. The top rim is intact, just want it for looks. Gotta make the wife as happy as possible with this tank

I do understand there are inherent risks. I wont do it if its not gonna work but I've talked with people that have done it successfully, still researching. I was going to build a tank from scratch but glass is just so expensive. Still might find a different used tank instead of this one, just cause this one is 24" deep, a little more than I was originally wanting for our smaller house. I've been watching all the 52 weeks of reefing videos and a lot from brsTV's channel. It's amazing how much the hobby has progressed. Ill for sure get around to starting a build thread. I take pictures of everything already.