Hey all,
I’m getting ready to buy a new/used set up. It will be a 65 gallon reef ready (36x18x24) with a 20 gallon sump and 10 gallon ATO.
The only spot I have for it is on an outer wall where the joists would run parallel to the wall and tank. I’ve searched through threads and many say hire a structural engineer but I don’t have that kind of money.
The house was built in 1935, no known or visible termite damage (it’s been inspected). It will be about 5 feet from the main structural support beam running the entire length of the house. I currently have a 40 gallon (no sump) in this spot and don’t have any issues (other than leveling).
thoughts? Would your best guesstimate say it’s good or should I try to find a spot running perpendicular to the joists?
I’m getting ready to buy a new/used set up. It will be a 65 gallon reef ready (36x18x24) with a 20 gallon sump and 10 gallon ATO.
The only spot I have for it is on an outer wall where the joists would run parallel to the wall and tank. I’ve searched through threads and many say hire a structural engineer but I don’t have that kind of money.
The house was built in 1935, no known or visible termite damage (it’s been inspected). It will be about 5 feet from the main structural support beam running the entire length of the house. I currently have a 40 gallon (no sump) in this spot and don’t have any issues (other than leveling).
thoughts? Would your best guesstimate say it’s good or should I try to find a spot running perpendicular to the joists?