RR tanks?

PVitty77 · 05/28/2007, 06:31 PM

is there a website or store where i can get either a 20L or 29 gal reef ready tank. if i have too i will buy the bits and drill myself but i would rather buy it drilled already

xenon · 05/28/2007, 07:02 PM

I dont think so.. is there a reason why you need a 20L or 29g?

You should definately plan to drill it yourself and build yourself a skimmer box for the overflow. Fun stuff

PVitty77 · 05/28/2007, 07:22 PM

yes i built an in wall stand where a small closet used to be and they are the only two tanks that fit the dimensions. since the 29 has more water volume i thought maybe they would make them RR but maybe not. since i have to drill it what size holes should i drill. and can i split the return line from my sump/fuge to create a current?

Village Idiot · 05/29/2007, 06:37 AM

The smallest RR tank that AGA makes is a 55. You'll have to drill your own most likely or pay more for a custom tank.

SirSmapty · 05/29/2007, 09:20 AM

It's not hard to drill it. Just make sure the pane you drill isn't tempered. The size of the hole is going to be determined by the size of the bulkhead you use. the tank I just drilled is an 80, and I used a 1" drain and 3/4" return. I don't recall the outer diameter, but you should get the fittings 1st and then the correct size bit once you have the fittings to measure. Check for a local group and see if someone already has the bit you need.

Do some checking on here for tips on drilling the glass, but my tips are:
1. GO SLOW.
2. Use a garden hose to keep the bit cool and to help move the glass particles out of the grove.
3. Cut a template out of wood and tape it to the tank to help guide your cut.
4. put a board on the otherside to keep the bit from "breaking through" the glass and chipping. (learned this the hard way)
5. Try to drill from the inside of the tank.
6. GO SLOW

bmrescort · 05/29/2007, 11:07 AM

Have you thought about an acrylic tank?????

ZC · 05/29/2007, 12:08 PM

Truvu aquariums have 20L and 29g RR acrylic tanks you can order and have it shipped to your door. Just a thought.

www.truvuaquariums.com ( I think )

bucky145 · 05/29/2007, 02:29 PM

I wouldnt drill it yourself if you mess up you have a broken brand new tank.I would go to a glass shop to have it drilled it wont cost that much to do.Look in your local phone book to find someone close to you.Why buy all the stuff your only going to use once?

Nano Chris · 05/29/2007, 04:12 PM

On another idea get with your local reef club and see if someone there can drill the tank for you.

PVitty77 · 06/01/2007, 05:02 PM

thanks guys. i think im gonna buy the tank from the website ZC gave me

alexb518 · 06/01/2007, 05:07 PM

wait, don't tell me you're gonna buy an auquasystem...those are garbage and overpriced

PVitty77 · 06/02/2007, 07:12 PM

what should i get then?
id rather buy the tank than drill it.

BigScott · 06/02/2007, 07:18 PM

http://glasscages.com/?sAction=ViewCat&lCatID=41\

scott

PVitty77 · 06/04/2007, 09:13 AM

sorry that website isnt working for me can you send it again?

05/28/2007, 06:31 PM	#1
PVitty77 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: NE United States Posts: 232	RR tanks? is there a website or store where i can get either a 20L or 29 gal reef ready tank. if i have too i will buy the bits and drill myself but i would rather buy it drilled already __________________ "Not try. There is no try. Do, or do not." YODA. Current Tank Info: 20L reef almost ready. Planning 75 gal reef.

05/28/2007, 07:22 PM	#3
PVitty77 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: NE United States Posts: 232	yes i built an in wall stand where a small closet used to be and they are the only two tanks that fit the dimensions. since the 29 has more water volume i thought maybe they would make them RR but maybe not. since i have to drill it what size holes should i drill. and can i split the return line from my sump/fuge to create a current? __________________ "Not try. There is no try. Do, or do not." YODA. Current Tank Info: 20L reef almost ready. Planning 75 gal reef.

05/29/2007, 11:07 AM	#6
bmrescort Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: St. Charles Posts: 378	Have you thought about an acrylic tank????? __________________ Jerry Current Tank Info: 125 aga dual built in overflows, cherry stand and canopy, 200LBS liverock,octopus 200nw skimmer( mods), 3x250 mh 14k hamiltons,barracuda pump, 100 gallon sump in basement w 80 lbs of live sand and cheato, GEO 618 Calcium reactor w/milwaukee ph meter.

05/29/2007, 12:08 PM	#7
ZC Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Overland Park, KS Posts: 1,132	Truvu aquariums have 20L and 29g RR acrylic tanks you can order and have it shipped to your door. Just a thought. www.truvuaquariums.com ( I think ) __________________ "Friends don't let friends put xenia in their tanks" Current Tank Info: 2 yr old 160g: mixed reef

05/29/2007, 02:29 PM	#8
bucky145 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: philadelphia Posts: 186	I wouldnt drill it yourself if you mess up you have a broken brand new tank.I would go to a glass shop to have it drilled it wont cost that much to do.Look in your local phone book to find someone close to you.Why buy all the stuff your only going to use once? __________________ Anyone can do eight seconds for a $150000.00 Current Tank Info: Red Sea max 650 mixed reef

05/28/2007, 07:02 PM	#2
xenon Owner of Canada Corals Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mississauga, Canada Posts: 3,148	I dont think so.. is there a reason why you need a 20L or 29g? You should definately plan to drill it yourself and build yourself a skimmer box for the overflow. Fun stuff

05/29/2007, 06:37 AM	#4
Village Idiot Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 214	The smallest RR tank that AGA makes is a 55. You'll have to drill your own most likely or pay more for a custom tank.

05/29/2007, 09:20 AM	#5
SirSmapty Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 102	It's not hard to drill it. Just make sure the pane you drill isn't tempered. The size of the hole is going to be determined by the size of the bulkhead you use. the tank I just drilled is an 80, and I used a 1" drain and 3/4" return. I don't recall the outer diameter, but you should get the fittings 1st and then the correct size bit once you have the fittings to measure. Check for a local group and see if someone already has the bit you need. Do some checking on here for tips on drilling the glass, but my tips are: 1. GO SLOW. 2. Use a garden hose to keep the bit cool and to help move the glass particles out of the grove. 3. Cut a template out of wood and tape it to the tank to help guide your cut. 4. put a board on the otherside to keep the bit from "breaking through" the glass and chipping. (learned this the hard way) 5. Try to drill from the inside of the tank. 6. GO SLOW

05/29/2007, 04:12 PM	#9
Nano Chris Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 2,758	On another idea get with your local reef club and see if someone there can drill the tank for you. __________________ Chris ------- 34 Gallon Red Sea Max 130! Setup (Just got back into the hobby) Current Tank Info: 34 Gallon RedSeaMax!

06/01/2007, 05:02 PM	#10
PVitty77 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: NE United States Posts: 232	thanks guys. i think im gonna buy the tank from the website ZC gave me __________________ "Not try. There is no try. Do, or do not." YODA. Current Tank Info: 20L reef almost ready. Planning 75 gal reef.

06/01/2007, 05:07 PM	#11
alexb518 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Mateo Posts: 514	wait, don't tell me you're gonna buy an auquasystem...those are garbage and overpriced

06/02/2007, 07:12 PM	#12
PVitty77 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: NE United States Posts: 232	what should i get then? id rather buy the tank than drill it. __________________ "Not try. There is no try. Do, or do not." YODA. Current Tank Info: 20L reef almost ready. Planning 75 gal reef.

06/02/2007, 07:18 PM	#13
BigScott Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: norman , okla Posts: 2,267	http://glasscages.com/?sAction=ViewCat&lCatID=41\ scott __________________ Big ScoTT just stoppin in to say hello.. Current Tank Info: one 40 breeder,40 long sump..t5 lights an a 50 gallon in the works..if i ever get a truck to move it..

06/04/2007, 09:13 AM	#14
PVitty77 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: NE United States Posts: 232	sorry that website isnt working for me can you send it again? __________________ "Not try. There is no try. Do, or do not." YODA. Current Tank Info: 20L reef almost ready. Planning 75 gal reef.