Drop Off Tank...Should I ?

[Gitsoe]

I really like the look of this tank! But im wondering a few things.

1-Price? how much will a build cost me for about a 4ft-5ft tank by 2ft
2-Glass or Acrylic?
3-Pros and Cons
Does anybody know if there is any Flow problems or maintenance problems?
or have any more info on these type of set-ups?

[Glenn]

that's cool !!! Would love to see one in person - I'm sure it's a great DISPLAY tank ...

[Troylee]

Lol....
http://www.reef2reef.com/forums/memb...self-drop.html

[btkrausen]

Lol....
http://www.reef2reef.com/forums/memb...self-drop.html

I thought that was yours Troy. I saw that same picture over on RC on another thread.

[gar732]

Troylee didn't you have problems with yours due to the stand settling? That was an awesome tank and my favorite of your tanks that I've seen.

[Troylee]

Yeah I used foam under it and the deep side settled causing undue stress on the tank.... It really wasn't ideal for a reef either since everything settled on the deep side... If I had to do it again I would put a closed loop in the drop to keep it clean... Also wouldn't drop from 24" to 36" it was to deep to reach and clean...maybe a 18 to 24" drop or something... Who knows it was a pita!!!! Haha..

[cdness]

I read the title and knew right away it was TroyLee's tank

I really like the look too, but it would be too much for me.

[Gitsoe]

I should of known troy has made one already haha, so I'm assuming it will be just a bunch of problems?

[btkrausen]

That is an ingenious tank Troy. I would love to try one like that.