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    Default Glass Drilled 5g Refugium and DIY Bulkheads

    Yeah, its a work in progress :oops: (not near bing done yet). Just finished drilling one 1.25" hole (1" PVC)for draining and 1" hole (3/4" PVC) for barbed intake. I'm using DIY bulkheads and washers from Lowes. I'm real pleased with the results, water tight :P . I'm going to change the intake to a right angle barbed fitting.

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    looks good! what did you use to drill the hole with?
    350 gal. 7\'x36\'\'x25\'\'tall, , 3-400w.mh-10k, 2-6\' vho actinic, 175gal.sump, 6ft. 100gal zenia fuge,calcium reactor, kalk reactor and a carbon reactor. 7\' turbofloter 5000 skimmer.

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    Dan, I've been doing Computer Mods and Detailed Stencil work with my trusty Dremel for years. Got me a Diamond bit Dremel in one hand and Spay Bottle in the other and presto. I spray and cut at the same time. You really just need steady hand. I've cut upto 1/4" with my dremel.

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    What did you use for gromets/seals between the PVC and glass?

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    Everything I used was bought at Lowes. The seals are located/hanging by the faucet and sink repair area. 1.25 Washers.

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    Hey, I'm willing to drill holes for $5 a pop if anyone is interested :roll: ......... Anyone? .................. Well fine, I didn't want drill any holes anyway! :x :-D

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    Can you drill my tempered glass tank?

    I'm curious. Why are you going this route instead of using bulkheads?

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    sent ya a pm!!

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