Looking for used aquariums

[mehaffydr]

I am getting prepared to go a little wild here in Harvest. I am getting ready to construct a 1000+ gal plywood reef tank. I currently have a 225 gal tank and I need a few aquariums to house all of my livestock during the construction as I must move my current tank because the new tank is going in its place and the tank is sooo huge I need to build it in place so I don't have to move it later. The new tank will be 96" x 72" x 36". I am looking for some used tanks, they don't have to be pretty just hold water. I am willing to pay a fair price not looking for freebies. Best would be 40-75 gal size. Let me know if you have something.

Thanks

Mike

 

[H@rry]

Wow, I'd like to see that construction project! Make sure to take plenty of pictures.

Have you thought about totes or stock tanks from Tractor Supply?

 

[H@rry]

There's also quite a few tanks on Craigslist.

 

[H@rry]

What are you going to do with the 225 when you move it? What are the dimensions?

 

[DirtMcGurt]

That's a massive tank! I'd also like to see some pics and/or updates of it. I have a 60/65 gallon tank and stand. Its a 55 footprint, just a bit taller. I was going to sell it but it seems the black plastic support/trim has cracked. It spent a year outside but under an awning. I guess temperature change caused the cracks. I don't feel comfortable selling it to someone. I would however gladly give it away. If you're using it as a temp tank and not long term, it would probably be ok. You could wrap a tie strap around the top just for added security. Just let me know and its yours. Stand included. If you want.

 

[mehaffydr]

Wow, I'd like to see that construction project! Make sure to take plenty of pictures.

Have you thought about totes or stock tanks from Tractor Supply?

I have and may do that. I will be using a 150 gal stock tank for my sump on the new tank.
There will be lots of pictures and updates. I will do a build thread. I have already ordered the glass 3/4" LIG from glass cages. I will have 2 viewing panels

 

[mehaffydr]

What are you going to do with the 225 when you move it? What are the dimensions?

Not sure yet what will become of the 225. Its an acrylic tank 60" x 36" x 24"

 

[mehaffydr]

That's a massive tank! I'd also like to see some pics and/or updates of it. I have a 60/65 gallon tank and stand. Its a 55 footprint, just a bit taller. I was going to sell it but it seems the black plastic support/trim has cracked. It spent a year outside but under an awning. I guess temperature change caused the cracks. I don't feel comfortable selling it to someone. I would however gladly give it away. If you're using it as a temp tank and not long term, it would probably be ok. You could wrap a tie strap around the top just for added security. Just let me know and its yours. Stand included. If you want.

Thank you and what a great offer. I do have some things I could give you for your generosity. I have an abundance of rose Bubble tip anemone, chaeto if you have any need. I will send you a PM so we can make contact.

 

[Reefing_addiction]

I can’t help but can’t wait to see this build!

 

[GrouperStupor]

I have a 50g food safe barrel you can borrow for live stock or mixing. I have a 50g acrylic and stand I won't be using for at least 3 months you could borrow in exchange for some frags.

 

[Drwsky]

I have a 90 gallon drilled tank with over flow without a stand. Needs to be cleaned but should work. I wouldn't mind some kind of trade I'm new to the hobby and have a couple damsels and freebie frags in my 55 gallon mixed reef.