Has anyone ever?

made a plywood version of their tank and drilled it just so that they can get everything right? or am i just pedantic?

id rather have everything in perspective and be able to see the size and where the holes will go before i spend all the money to get it made and find out that its not what i wanted.

anyone else done this?

 

I've never done it. I don't know anyone who's ever done it. If I decided it would make me feel better to go that route, I'd go for it. Whether or not it's been done before would have no bearing on my decision either way.

If you have the time, resources, the inclination to do it; and a desire to see your plan fleshed out before actually comitting to it--go right ahead!

 

Never seen it... but if you do it.. go ahead and buy epoxy.. make a full plywood version lol...

 

I've chalked out a proposed aquarium on a driveway. But I was 9. It was flippin' awsome.

 

If you're just trying to get a good visual idea it might be worth checking out Google Sketchup, it's a free 3D modeling program and is pretty easy to use.

Google SketchUp

You can even download some pre-made models like this that other people have made.
reef tank, stand and sump by Andy - Google 3D Warehouse

Aqueon 150 Gallon Reef Tank by mmoore099 - Google 3D Warehouse