ADA Rimless tanks

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  1. xmetalfan99

    xmetalfan99 Giant Squid

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    Does anyone know if you can drill the back of ADA rimless tanks? I want to set up a small nano using an ADA tank and would like to be able to drill it instead of using an overflow box.
     
    xmetalfan99, Sep 22, 2010
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  3. sostoudt

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    they(ADA/ADG) say the bottoms aren't tempered but don't recommend it, but people have done it.
     
    sostoudt, Sep 23, 2010
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  4. smoyer

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    Technically you can drill the sides however anytime you drill an aquarium you have a risk of damaging the tank. I would recommend practicing on less valuable glass first.
     
    smoyer, Dec 29, 2010
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  5. TheSaltwaterGuy

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    I myself am not sure but i wouldnt do it unless u actually know what ur doing
     
    TheSaltwaterGuy, Dec 29, 2010
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