schooleyosis
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That stand looks awesome. Great craftsmanship!
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Rhino
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Thanks! Honestly I never did any woodworking until i got into the aquarium game again. The only things i have ever built are fish tank stands. This one by far is my favorite.
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schooleyosis
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Wow, I never would have guessed that. Seems like there is a lot of talent in this club. Guess if I ever need a stand built I know where to ask!!!
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Rhino
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Thanks i really appreciate that. If you ever need any help just let me know.
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schooleyosis
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Hopefully I won't for a long time, but thank you!
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Rhino
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Ha that is what I said about the last 2 tanks i setup in the last year....this is supposed to be my one and only for a while.
schooleyosis
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I know, I know... LOL! There's always something bigger and better out there!
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schooleyosis
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Lookin' good!
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Rhino
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You and me both man, going home to this tank empty every night is killing me.
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Rhino
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Ok guys I am in need of some help today. I was installing my power strip in the stand today and I noticed something. Even though the tank is almost perfectly level when it is on the stand, there is still a gap between the stand and the tank in the front left corner. It appears to run about 2-3 inches each direction before it appears to sit on the stand again. My concern is that when I fill up the tank with water the pressure on the bottom of the tank since it is not sitting perfectly flat will cause it to crack or bust a seam in a few months. What can I do to correct this? I have read a lot where people put foam or something under their tank to make sure it stays level. I thought this tank would be fine though as JBJ already puts a thin, and I mean thin, foam pad under the tank anyways. I greatly appreciate any help you all can give...I really don't want to redo the stand :sad:
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Rhino
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So I have been researching two topics very heavily: Light bulbs and ATO's. Tonight I just want to see what ATO everyone is using and how happy you all are with them. Thanks in advance.
bknapp
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I am using the JBJ ATO, so far so good. Will probably upgrade to the Tunze Osmolator, probably the best around.
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gmoney243
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I'm using an old tunze osmolater and all still works fine after years of service. The unit is 3-5 years old got it used. I did replace the pump buy they are $22 so not a big deal
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Thanks for all the input everyone! I am on the fence big time for this purchase. The jbj is much cheaper than the tunze but has quite a few more bad reviews.....still has tons of good reviews. I just cant decide if it is worth the extra $100+ you know. I was really hoping everyone was using the same one lol would have made this choice much easier!
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