106 Gal Mixed Reef Bone Yard Build

[Fossilman06]

So I've decided to jump back into the hobby after about 20 years of not having a reef tank or any aquariums in my life. I would like to blame all the R2R members and their beautiful tanks I stalk and dream about for my obsession. A lot has changed in the hobby, for the good, and automation technology sure has made the chores less daunting. I'm still in the planning and gathering stage and have purchased a few essentials. First things first:

The Resurrection from The Bone Yard

My plan is to dismantle and re-seal a cube tank(1.5"/12mm thick glass 32"Lx32"Wx24"H) I found super cheap from private seller that had corner damage on the bottom pane. The silicone looked dried out and well worn. When picking up the tank it was left outside and muddy. No other damage to be found. With only the bottom pane corners damaged, I felt I could salvage this bad boy. If not what's $50 going to set me back? Well, 1.5"/12mm glass cost a few coins these days. $210 worth of glass later and I'm on my way. The damaged bottom was pre drilled and had a full length overflow box, which I don't want anyways, so I'm happy to be replacing the bottom.

Cutting and removing silicone was a little more labor intensive than I thought it would be. The glass was bonded really well for its age and visual appearance.

Next post will be of all the glass cleaned and silicone residue removed and ready for the build.

 

[HandsyLobster]

I just built a tank I know what you are about to go through!

 

[Fossilman06]

I just built a tank I know what you are about to go through!

I'm excited! Would you recommend drilling glass before sealing or after sealing? I will be attempting a coast to coast C2C, Bean Animal Overflow 2" main overflow, with 1.5" secondary and Emergency overflow.

 

[HandsyLobster]

I would drill it first in case the bottom cracks then you don’t have to re-glue it all again. For overflow still deciding what I’m doing but I’m going to have it in tank. I see yours is out of tank.

 

[Txoutlaw]

Interested in seeing the outcome on this build.so how's it going?

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Following along!

 

[Fossilman06]

Sorry for the pause in activity. I've taken a break from the build due to life and work. I have yet to silicone the glass back or drill the needed return and overflow holes. I will continue soon though. Thanks for following along and your patience.