My First DIY! (Stand + Canopy)

Discussion in 'I made this!' started by Regf, Jan 30, 2011.

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  1. fishyfinder

    fishyfinder Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    Once weight is on it, it won't rock. It's most likely to be the carpet or uneven floor. I had the same thing with my stand, but once a tank was on it and a few pounds, it didn't move. My bottom was completely level.
     
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  3. link248

    link248 Ritteri Anemone

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    +1 Mine was the same way, solid as a rock now.
     
  4. macon77

    macon77 Fire Worm

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    UGH! I wish I could build like this. (If you see me coming with a saw/hammer/nails, RUN!!!)

    You all humble me.

    I do hope this turns out to your liking. If so, I am going to be in need of a new set soon, too. Perhaps you could stop by...;D
     
  5. Regf

    Regf Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Lol its not as hard as it looks, only part is the cutting of the wood :p I dont even think I used a hammer once!
     
  6. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    I should b cutting the boards for my stand tomorrow...*crosses fingers*. Just cut the boards to appropriate lengths and then screw them together.
     
  7. Regf

    Regf Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Nice!! Make sure you double check the measurments, i made some mistakes here and there, I rushed. Make sure you take lots of pictures!
     
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  9. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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  10. cjrudy

    cjrudy Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Ok thanks, maybe I am just being paranoid, It's hard to find a perfectly level spot in my basement to even check it, but it's very close, I have some pictures I will post soon.
     
  11. Nvizn

    Nvizn Montipora Digitata

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    Excellent trim work.
     
  12. cjrudy

    cjrudy Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Her are some pics

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