Rev's 400+ Gallon Basement Inwall

revhtree · Dec 23, 2016

Here is where I need some help figuring out a way to hold the plumbing steady and secure! The wood is there temporary so I can finish plumbing!

fftfk · Dec 23, 2016

revhtree said:
You all lose!

Did it leak?

mpjmeyer · Dec 23, 2016

fftfk said:
Did it leak?

Don't know...That little amount of water evaporated 5 mins later lol

Trizzino · Dec 23, 2016

What size pipe is that?

I think something like this
http://www.supplyhouse.com/Holdrite-225-1-1-2-Suspension-Clamp
http://www.supplyhouse.com/Holdrite-235-1-1-2-Standard-Clamp

If spacing is an issue you could use a 2x2 post and flip vertical sides every other or use a combo of standard and suspension clips to account for tight spaces. Suspension on sides of post for top and bottom pipes and standard on middle pipe

How far away is the wall? You could build a shelf from the wall studs with a small post going between the two pipes. Would keep the floor open as well.

Hard to tell spacing in pictures.

dochow · Dec 24, 2016

This entire thread is giving me inspiration for future builds. It's all about patience!!

revhtree · Dec 24, 2016

Trizzino said:
What size pipe is that?

I think something like this
http://www.supplyhouse.com/Holdrite-225-1-1-2-Suspension-Clamp
http://www.supplyhouse.com/Holdrite-235-1-1-2-Standard-Clamp

If spacing is an issue you could use a 2x2 post and flip vertical sides every other or use a combo of standard and suspension clips to account for tight spaces. Suspension on sides of post for top and bottom pipes and standard on middle pipe

How far away is the wall? You could build a shelf from the wall studs with a small post going between the two pipes. Would keep the floor open as well.

Hard to tell spacing in pictures.

Thanks! I actually think I come up with a plan! Here is what I did on the first corner and I will do something similar on the other.

revhtree · Dec 24, 2016

That 2x4 is mounted to my cat walk and is completely sturdy.

Dubs83 · Dec 24, 2016

revhtree said:
Thanks! I actually think I come up with a plan! Here is what I did on the first corner and I will do something similar on the other.

Good work! Merry Christmas!

120reefkeeper · Dec 24, 2016

revhtree said:
That 2x4 is mounted to my cat walk and is completely sturdy.

Nice! In the future you could always replace the 2x4 with one of those pvc fence posts and paint it to match. Put the fancy base on the bottom . [emoji6]

Brew12 · Dec 24, 2016

revhtree said:
Thanks! I actually think I come up with a plan! Here is what I did on the first corner and I will do something similar on the other.

If that ends up not working the way you want, you could always consider swapping out the smaller multiple pipes for a single larger diameter pipe, say 3" or so. Larger piping has more mechanical strength and is less likely to sag.

chefjpaul · Dec 24, 2016

Brew12 said:
If that ends up not working the way you want, you could always consider swapping out the smaller multiple pipes for a single larger diameter pipe, say 3" or so. Larger piping has more mechanical strength and is less likely to sag.

Doesn't look as cool, or as fun without all those valves and pipes though.

Part of the hobby is the build and toys we share.

Brew12 · Dec 24, 2016

chefjpaul said:
Doesn't look as cool, or as fun without all those valves and pipes though.

Part of the hobby is the build and toys we share.

Part of the fun of this hobby is picking on the boss as he works his way through this build!

https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/revs-400-gallon-basement-inwall.243934/page-64#post-3359922

revhtree · Dec 24, 2016

Lol Merry Christmas y'all!

It really is fun putting this new tank together.

Brew12 · Dec 24, 2016

revhtree said:
Lol Merry Christmas y'all!

It really is fun putting this new tank together.

Merry Christmas Rev!

Coming from a family full of pastors I know just how busy Christmas can be. Don't forget to take some time for yourself to reflect on the joy that Christmas brings this weekend!