The slow process of a new tank.

[StevenSeas]

ooo and that would still be 300 ish pounds of weight.

[Jarob]

whew with rock and sand its at a bare minimum 400 pounds... but I was thinking about using two jackposts for support, and at 18,000lb capacity each i think they would hold it, along with two wall mounted supports. These are what I had in mind set at 5' for easiy viewing height. http://www.thegreathardwarestore.com...936&click=2744

Im planning on moving into an "urban" building where the floors are polished concrete, which I think suits this theme well. Does anyone see any problems with this idea? I could probably get away with one jackpost and 2 wall mounts too if I use a thick wood for the base under the tank.

hmm.... so much to think about. Im shooting for this to be finished around Aug. before school starts back up.

[StevenSeas]

Ooo ok well that's one way to do it lol. I was thinking more of a free floating design... No supports underneath. But those will definitely work. Might leave a little imprint on the floor tho w/ the small footprint but idk w/ 400 ish pounds probably won't do much

[Jarob]

A free floating design would be preferred, but I dont think possible with the 400+ lbs and 18in of depth.

[chunkymonkey]

Maybe I missed it, but why not attempt the in wall? Also, don't see any issues with imprinting on the concrete floor. You aren't by chance moving into a new apartment are you? One I just moved out of is a newer developement that had stained concrete floors and is building a second phase. As for viewing height, I personally would go for something 4' - 4' 6"

[StevenSeas]

It's definitely possible to do free floating design imo...atleast theoretical. Would have to anchor studs in the wall and do a wood framing to it to spread out the pressure points. But you could get it done w/ a few calculations.

[Jarob]

As for viewing height, I personally would go for something 4' - 4' 6"

Yea maybe 5' is a little much, I plan on completly "reenacting" the setup to make sure I know what im doing before I order! and yea its a new apartment, here in downtown corpus though, no actual construction can be done.

[Jarob]

Ahh help me decide on my tank demsions, Im having trouble coming to a decision.. Im thinking 12" height is not enough now lol so maybe 16? which means just a 40breeder would work pretty well but I dont know they are kinda of unattractive