Hey folks,
I'm looking to build my own 90 gallon stand. I'm trying to (and hoping to) get a build where there's no center brace in the front. I'd have one in the back, but I'd like to be able to take my sump out if need be, without draining the MT. Here's a couple thoughts on designs attached.
My question is, with 2x6s and 3/4" plywood as a wrapper, is that going to be enough to hold the weight of a full 90 gallon? I'm planning on doubling up the 2x6 in the front for added support. All horizontal pieces are sitting on top of vertical supports. I'm not super great with structural engineering so I can't say I vetted this with a calculator. I'm going for "oh dang that's way over engineered" vs "It 'should' work" if you know what I mean.
Thanks in advance!
-Rob
I'm looking to build my own 90 gallon stand. I'm trying to (and hoping to) get a build where there's no center brace in the front. I'd have one in the back, but I'd like to be able to take my sump out if need be, without draining the MT. Here's a couple thoughts on designs attached.
My question is, with 2x6s and 3/4" plywood as a wrapper, is that going to be enough to hold the weight of a full 90 gallon? I'm planning on doubling up the 2x6 in the front for added support. All horizontal pieces are sitting on top of vertical supports. I'm not super great with structural engineering so I can't say I vetted this with a calculator. I'm going for "oh dang that's way over engineered" vs "It 'should' work" if you know what I mean.
Thanks in advance!
-Rob