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    DIY 55 Gallon Tank Stand (step by step with photos)

    Step 8: Cut the sides and front Measure out the sides of the cabinet (12 5/8” x 25”), the front outside edges (3 ¾” x 25”), and the Front center...
    Post by: SKAustin, Jan 13, 2007 in forum: I made this!
  2. SKAustin
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    DIY 55 Gallon Tank Stand (step by step with photos)

    Step 7: Attach the top of the main structure With all the legs now in place, screw the top of the main structure to the legs. Remember to drill your...
    Post by: SKAustin, Jan 13, 2007 in forum: I made this!
  3. SKAustin
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    DIY 55 Gallon Tank Stand (step by step with photos)

    Step 6b: Attach the legs A second leg will be placed on the sides of each corner for added support and stability. These legs will be screwed not...
    Post by: SKAustin, Jan 13, 2007 in forum: I made this!
  4. SKAustin
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    DIY 55 Gallon Tank Stand (step by step with photos)

    Step 6a: Attach the legs Once the floor has been nailed to the base, we can begin to attach the legs to the base. Begin by marking the location of...
    Post by: SKAustin, Jan 13, 2007 in forum: I made this!
  5. SKAustin
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    DIY 55 Gallon Tank Stand (step by step with photos)

    Step 5: The cabinet floor While waiting for the glue to dry, cut the sheet of plywood (across the grain) at just over half (about 49”). From the...
    Post by: SKAustin, Jan 13, 2007 in forum: I made this!
  6. SKAustin
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    DIY 55 Gallon Tank Stand (step by step with photos)

    Step 4: Construct the top & bottom of the main structure Cut the three 4”x6” metal braces in half. Line up two of the 48 3/8” pieces parallel to...
    Post by: SKAustin, Jan 13, 2007 in forum: I made this!
  7. SKAustin
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    DIY 55 Gallon Tank Stand (step by step with photos)

    Step 3: Let the construction commence. From the first two 10’ 2x4s, cut four 48 3/8” pieces. These will serve as the length for the top and bottom...
    Post by: SKAustin, Jan 13, 2007 in forum: I made this!
  8. SKAustin
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    DIY 55 Gallon Tank Stand (step by step with photos)

    Step 2: Create a list of materials and tools Create a list of all the materials you will need as well as the tools you will need to complete the...
    Post by: SKAustin, Jan 13, 2007 in forum: I made this!
  9. SKAustin
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    DIY 55 Gallon Tank Stand (step by step with photos)

    Step 1 – Plan out the project: Here it is helpful to know the standard sizes of the wood you plan to use. For example a standard 2x4 is actually 1...
    Post by: SKAustin, Jan 13, 2007 in forum: I made this!
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    DIY 55 Gallon Tank Stand (step by step with photos)

    Well, I’ve decided to build my own stand for our 55 Gallon tank that we plan on converting to a marine reef. Since I've got a digital camera, I may...
    Thread by: SKAustin, Jan 13, 2007, 46 replies, in forum: I made this!
  11. SKAustin
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    Hello everyone, new to 3reef.com

    Hi all, I come from upstate NY, and I bring with me about 23 years of Fresh water fish-keeping experience. To this point, my interest has been in...
    Thread by: SKAustin, Jan 2, 2007, 11 replies, in forum: Say Hello!
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