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dbmet
Sun, 5th Aug 2012, 07:33 PM
So I'm considering getting a 200 gallon tank and stand from San Antonio.. What would be the best way to move this to Victoria Tx?
Rent a uhaul? maybe rent a Cargo Van?
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Gseclipse02
Sun, 5th Aug 2012, 10:17 PM
what alll is coming with it ?>

Big_Pun
Sun, 5th Aug 2012, 11:37 PM
are you trying to keep any live rock, fish coral alive on the move. if its just a tank stand and equipment just get a truck big enough for it. if you have livestock thats a whole other project

dbmet
Mon, 6th Aug 2012, 07:37 AM
Just looking to move the tank and stand that's already empty.

dbmet
Tue, 7th Aug 2012, 05:46 PM
Wonder if I get a cargo van if I can just hire movers in San Antonio to load it.

Big_Pun
Tue, 7th Aug 2012, 07:06 PM
u haul truck would be easiest prob a friend with a truck depending on dimensions of tank and stand.

alton
Wed, 8th Aug 2012, 06:13 AM
I would hire Erik, this was his 200 that we recently moved. Maybe post when you want to move and a couple of MAAST members can assist on the loading? I would also make sure the vehicle has a soft suspension, you don't want to use a bumpy trailer. You could use a 1/2 ton pickup with an 8' bed, place the tank in first, and turn the stand at a slight angle with plenty of blankets and styrofoam for padding straping everything down? The Uhaul would be the best bet.

dbmet
Wed, 8th Aug 2012, 09:59 AM
How do I hire Erik? Hehe. I may put a call out just don't know a lot of people In San Antonio since I live in Victoria

sergiotami
Wed, 8th Aug 2012, 11:08 AM
When did you want to do this, I could possibly help? I go to SA Alot...:)

Noob
Wed, 8th Aug 2012, 11:16 AM
Depending on what side of town you are picking up the tank, i could help also.

Scutterborn
Thu, 9th Aug 2012, 03:22 PM
Depending on what side of town you are picking up the tank, i could help also.

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