Stand height

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  1. Jim522

    Jim522 Purple Spiny Lobster

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    Instead of clicking "reply" just click "quote" at the bottom right hand corner of the message. Then type away.
    Glad you are happy with yours, I think I'm gonna like it up high as well.
    Thanks,
     
    Jim522, Dec 13, 2009
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  2. bluetang08

    bluetang08 Purple Spiny Lobster

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    Wow so simple thanks again Jim now if I can figure out how to post pics Im in serious business
     
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  3. Jim522

    Jim522 Purple Spiny Lobster

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    You're welcome. But unfortunatly I can't help you with the pics. I'm clueless in that department.
     
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  4. Telgar

    Telgar Snowflake Eel

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    personally that would be too tall for my liking. the standard store bought stand for my 150 is 28" which forces me to the top of a 3 step stool in order to reach the bottom of the tank for maintenance. Ofcourse the 150 is a tall tank to begin with at 29"

    In the end it all boils down to our own personal tastes so I say go for it :)
     
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  5. xxtechxx

    xxtechxx Flamingo Tongue

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    alrite yeah i think 40 + inches is just way too tall. im 5'6" and i think i made my stand to 30" and i think that is the standard height. here are some pics to help you out. the stand is not done... it doesnt have doors because well school started.. but i will finish the doors over my winter break... i was about to do a build thread but never got a chance. i guess ill just post a quick build thread when im done with school. forgot to mention this tank is 4 feet 80 gallons. hope this helps.
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  6. Jim522

    Jim522 Purple Spiny Lobster

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    Looks great. Mine will look very similar (only taller) and probably just the one center brace in the rear as well.
    Thanks for sharing.
     
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  7. xxtechxx

    xxtechxx Flamingo Tongue

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    you want yours to be talleR? i had to get a chair to reach to the bottom of my tank heh.
     
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  8. yamaharider73

    yamaharider73 Kole Tang

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    I built mine 36" I now wish I would have went to 40" +. It would be nice to have more room under the stand IMPO. If/when I ever go to a bigger tank my stand will be at least 40" high. I would rather have more room than not enough. I am pretty much maxed out now.
     
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  9. iLLwiLL

    iLLwiLL Sailfin Tang

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    So what if you need a step stool to reach the bottom . . . if its really a big deal, just get one of those nifty pincher tools. IMO not having to bend over to look into your tank close up is well worth it.

    ~Will.
     
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  10. xxtechxx

    xxtechxx Flamingo Tongue

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    there are just some stuff that you really need your hands because tongs are not as good =]
     
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