Would you trust this?

[fftfk]

Would you consider that fully supported? If not, do you think cutting a piece of plywood to size would be enough additional support?

 

[Pistondog]

Would you consider that fully supported? If not, do you think cutting a piece of plywood to size would be enough additional support?

What size is thetank.
Model number of table, or load rating

 

[fftfk]

Tank is an aqueon 75 gallon supposedly 48x18 base (just measured the base is 48 1/2…glass is 48).. Table is a Home Depot Husky heavy duty work bench 48x20 rated for 1,500 lbs. Strength of the table should be fine it’s just the overlap I’m worried about.

 

[rocket098]

Center it

 

[SpyC]

I wouldn’t. My sleep is worth more than dealing with purchasing a different “stand”. I also play things a bit safer than others when it comes to support.

 

[rocket098]

Let a little overhang on each side or extend one of the sides just nail in a strip of wood like an inch wide

 

[vetteguy53081]

Would you consider that fully supported? If not, do you think cutting a piece of plywood to size would be enough additional support?

While I would. I would suggest an 18" X 48" piece of plywood cut and placed on top to fully support the tank and offer piece of mind

 

[rocket098]

Yep the ply is an easy option if you are not too handy or have no tools. They can cut it at Home Depot

 

[fftfk]

Thanks. I will give it some thought and either buy a new bench or go with a piece of plywood...leaning towards the plywood as I already have a sheet to use!

 

[MoshJosh]

I would center it and probably trust it. . . piece of ply wouldn't hurt though

 

[Pistondog]

Plywood and then 1/8 plastic sheet to help keep saltwater off plywood.