Another Stand Build

NDIrish · Jul 24, 2019

Ok, I am in process of laying out building a new125g tank stand. Looking at old stand it is made of 3/4" MDF board and it has held the tank for at least 4 years (I bought used).
Looking at the design that it appears everyone is doing. I want to change it up and use 1 x 4 and 1 x 6 redwood.
I wanted to put it out here to get options from people who are more knowledgeable than me.
See the attached drawing.
You're viewing it from the front. I plan on installing a removable 1 x 6 once I install the sump.

Dramad1 · Jul 24, 2019

What is that extra section in the back?

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Dramad1 · Jul 24, 2019

Above is one I built 3 years ago, similar method, kreg jig is your friend

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NDIrish · Jul 25, 2019

I needed to add the 5.50" section in the back for my sump. It is not going to support the tank. I was planning on using a 40g breader tank.
I'm planning on using dowels to connect my joints.

NDIrish · Jul 25, 2019

Do you have a build thread for you stand?

Fish Fan · Jul 25, 2019

Hi! You can certainly use dowels, but as Dramad1 mentioned, I he Kreg Jig is your friend. I’m following along, I enjoy woodworking and have built several stands over the years. Please keep us posted with your progress.

Good luck!

-Fish Fan

NDIrish · Jul 25, 2019

Doing some research on woodworking, using dowels with tite bond III wood glue makes for stronger bond. Definitely will be using kreg jig for the front support so it can be removable.

Fish Fan · Jul 25, 2019

NDIrish said:
Doing some research on woodworking, using dowels with tite bond III wood glue makes for stronger bond. Definitely will be using kreg jig for the front support so it can be removable.

Hello again! Just a suggestion, but if you're unfamiliar with the Kreg Jig, take a few minutes to watch some videos. The Kreg Jig is really not for making joints so that they are removable, it's for making permanent joints. These joints will also be glued with something like Titebond II or III wood glue, and will be as strong or stronger than many other joints (including dowels). The main advantage of the Kreg Jig over a typical dowel jig is that the Kreg Jig is easier to use to get a great joint. The least expensive version can be had for about $20 (about the same as a dowel jig), but if you can spend a little more some of the other Kreg Jig kits are definitely worth it.

Just because I know someone will beat me to it if I don't day this first, but the Kreg Jig is far from the ONLY or even the BEST way to make a glue joint, but it's an easy way to join two pieces of wood, especially for those new to woodworking or with access to limited tools. Just my two cents ;-)

Here's a quick intro to the Kreg Jig system. I don't think they make it clear in this video, but you'll want to glue Kreg Joints just like any other joint. The glue is what gives the joint its final strength, the screws hold the two pieces firmly together until the glue can cure (like wood clamps).

I hope that helps, and good luck on your build!

-FF

jaxredsoxfan · Jul 25, 2019

I agree with fish fan, applied properly the glue bond will be as strong or stronger than the actual wood itself. Because the supports are vertical I think dowels would be just fine as well, just a little harder to implement, kregg takes seconds to make s really strong joint.

NDIrish · Jul 25, 2019

Fish Fan said:

Hello again! Just a suggestion, but if you're unfamiliar with the Kreg Jig, take a few minutes to watch some videos. The Kreg Jig is really not for making joints so that they are removable, it's for making permanent joints. These joints will also be glued with something like Titebond II or III wood glue, and will be as strong or stronger than many other joints (including dowels). The main advantage of the Kreg Jig over a typical dowel jig is that the Kreg Jig is easier to use to get a great joint. The least expensive version can be had for about $20 (about the same as a dowel jig), but if you can spend a little more some of the other Kreg Jig kits are definitely worth it.

Just because I know someone will beat me to it if I don't day this first, but the Kreg Jig is far from the ONLY or even the BEST way to make a glue joint, but it's an easy way to join two pieces of wood, especially for those new to woodworking or with access to limited tools. Just my two cents ;-)

Here's a quick intro to the Kreg Jig system. I don't think they make it clear in this video, but you'll want to glue Kreg Joints just like any other joint. The glue is what gives the joint its final strength, the screws hold the two pieces firmly together until the glue can cure (like wood clamps).

I hope that helps, and good luck on your build!

-FF

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Thanks for the info. I'll definitely look into it.

jt17 · Jul 25, 2019

+1 on kreg jig. I have used mine on many other projects.

Nicholas Pendergrass · Jul 25, 2019

Following along

Dramad1 · Jul 25, 2019

NDIrish said:
Do you have a build thread for you stand?

No build thread for the stand. I can say though it held the tank for 2 years with out an issue. Had to break it down so I could have room for a clown breeder system. Interested to see this when it is finished

NDIrish · Jul 25, 2019

Dramad1 said:
No build thread for the stand. I can say though it held the tank for 2 years with out an issue. Had to break it down so I could have room for a clown breeder system. Interested to see this when it is finished

Thanks

NDIrish · Jul 26, 2019

Dramad1 said:
No build thread for the stand. I can say though it held the tank for 2 years with out an issue. Had to break it down so I could have room for a clown breeder system. Interested to see this when it is finished

What wood boards did you use?
Thanks

NDIrish · Jul 30, 2019

After doing a little more research and the advice, I have decided to go with the Kreg jig. Also my brother has a K4 master jig set.

bubbasguppies · Jul 31, 2019

Kregg tools are the $h!t. I have a few of their products and built a hidden shelf for the wife with their jigs before attempting a stand. Next project for me is an 18x20 cabinet for ATO and dosing equipment.