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I went and reread what you wrote, your dimensions are okay height wise and width wise, it’s just 61 inch tanks usually have a bigger length and width. I would suggest if it has to be that long go custom, or either shorten it. I would look up innovative marine tanks on here, there are tons of people’s views and opinions on their tanks. You could always post a thread and ask for peoples opinions on them also.
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Welcome to Reef2Reef. If you have to have aluminum stand that is going to cost a pretty penny build. But I would try and track down some local welders that could custom build the stand to your specs. Take a look at the their welding abilities and ask for references/work they have completed. If they get mad then they aren't any good to begin with. Most welders are used to being asked these things. I teach welding and we build a lot of different things out of metal but we have built some nonstructural items out of aluminum.
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Here on R2R under Forums there is General Hardware and Filtration Section, but I'd think for every question like above, you may get 5 different opinions... and all the different opinions are "right" Fish stores in your area may also be able to assist you with tanks - while not all keep 'dry goods' like tanks in stock, they'll have some local opinions for you.
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So... why against the wood? Wood won't rust. Wood won't break your budget.but it only comes with a wood stand
You may want to look into having an 80/20 aluminum stand designed and sent to you to assemble. That will still eat up half of your budget.
The most cost effective option would be to get the tank you want and build a stand. When you are choosing a builder (if you go custom), search for others experiences. I ordered a tank last September and my nightmare is still ongoing.... see my build thread if you want details.
One of the most reputable builders out there is Glass Cages. @Joe Glass Cages is always willing to answer questions.
Based off of my (bad) experience, I would also advise that you think about all of the details in front of the build... what type of overflow, size of the drain, how many returns.... get everything figured out. It will make the process less painful and help you stay closer to budget.
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Thanks so much for the support @CMMorgan. really proud of the Glass Cages TeamSo... why against the wood? Wood won't rust. Wood won't break your budget.
You may want to look into having an 80/20 aluminum stand designed and sent to you to assemble. That will still eat up half of your budget.
The most cost effective option would be to get the tank you want and build a stand. When you are choosing a builder (if you go custom), search for others experiences. I ordered a tank last September and my nightmare is still ongoing.... see my build thread if you want details.
One of the most reputable builders out there is Glass Cages. @Joe Glass Cages is always willing to answer questions.
Based off of my (bad) experience, I would also advise that you think about all of the details in front of the build... what type of overflow, size of the drain, how many returns.... get everything figured out. It will make the process less painful and help you stay closer to budget.
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Welcome aboard good luck with your build
