My 315G Plywood Tank Build
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The only thing that is new is that the PC/R is dryer then it was. I placed a fan inside the tank for more air movement and this has quickened the drying process.
I filled the tank yesterday afternoon and as of this writting I have no leaks.
Tomorrow, I plan on draining the tank so I can get the driftwood and sand back in the tank, refill, and fire up the sump. Now I have to figure out what I am going to to with the outside of the tank!
Tomorrow, I plan on draining the tank so I can get the driftwood and sand back in the tank, refill, and fire up the sump. Now I have to figure out what I am going to to with the outside of the tank!HOW LONG DOES A TANK BUILT THAT WAY LAST? HOW DO I GET INSTRUCTIONS ON BUILDING A TANK LIKE THE ONE YOU ARE BUILDING? AND WHAT THE LARGEST YOU WOULD RECOMMEND TO BUILD?
I WAS LOOKING TO PURCHASE A 350 GALLON ACRYLIC TANK BUT WHAT YOU ARE BUILDING LOOKS PRETTY COOL.....
I WAS LOOKING TO PURCHASE A 350 GALLON ACRYLIC TANK BUT WHAT YOU ARE BUILDING LOOKS PRETTY COOL.....
miltoncenteno09;4072849; said:
Plywood tanks will last many many years if they are build right. I see no eason why a plywood tank could not last 10-15years. I think many are sold or dismantled because they are cheap to build compared to manufatured tanks and the builder want to make them bigger. As far as instructions, there aren't any true instruction that I am aware of but there are several builds that you can look over in the "sticky" at the top of the DIY section. People seem to get ideas from all the buids and then do it their way. The largest build I woud recommend? Whatever you have room for and can afford to run. Remember, the bigger the tank the bigger the pumps the more water for water changes, etc. Halfthe fun of building your own tank is the build itself. Once it up and running, you start looking for ways to make a bigger one.
Remember that costs involved can vary dramatically.
If you're in the industry or can get materials from someone in the industry, you will find your variable costs significantly lower than someone purchasing all the materials at retail prices. Take into consideration the time you will be spending as well. If you can buy something and start enjoying it immediately, you are getting better bang for your buck even if you spend a bit more. However, if you enjoy doing builds and/or are looking to learn and improve skills, that's another consideration.
You'll find that most people that do large projects like this already have the tools needed, both hardware and knowledge.
If you're in the industry or can get materials from someone in the industry, you will find your variable costs significantly lower than someone purchasing all the materials at retail prices. Take into consideration the time you will be spending as well. If you can buy something and start enjoying it immediately, you are getting better bang for your buck even if you spend a bit more. However, if you enjoy doing builds and/or are looking to learn and improve skills, that's another consideration.
You'll find that most people that do large projects like this already have the tools needed, both hardware and knowledge.
