Nicks “I learned how to properly QT” 250G Rimless build

[sternicus]

Got the stand all finished, added some lights and painted and added shelf liner to the top and sump area. Starting to really come together

 

[sternicus]

Also added two support joists to the top portion as the bottom already had some. Probably wasn’t needed since I doubled up the strength of the sides, but was a nice safety addition to make me feel like the stand would hold the weight

 

[Devaji]

nice stand for a amazing tank! I dig the doors.
I would paint the 2x4s now so it don't drive you crazy and have to do it later

 

[sternicus]

nice stand for a amazing tank! I dig the doors.
I would paint the 2x4s now so it don't drive you crazy and have to do it later

That’s what I was thinking

 

[sternicus]

Got the confirmation today that the tank will be here on Monday. So now the fun is on

 

[Devaji]

Got the confirmation today that the tank will be here on Monday. So now the fun is on

you better make sure your camera battery is charged and get a few friends to help you get that bad boy on the stand!

 

[sternicus]

you better make sure your camera battery is charged and get a few friends to help you get that bad boy on the stand!

I know I’m very excited! My plan is to pick it up at my local shipping depot then have buddies over for friends and beer

 

[Devaji]

yup beer always helps

 

[sternicus]

yup beer always helps

It’s around 600pounds so 5-6 guys should be able to confidently lift it

 

[sternicus]

Very exciting day, got 106 pounds of dry rock from Marine Depot . About 1- 1.5 pounds broke off the 100 I ordered so I’m very happy this plus the 100 I already have will be awesome I’m sure

 

[sternicus]

Here is around 190-200 pounds of rock I will be using for my new tank. Gonna be so awesome, now to Acid Bath the new rock!!

 

[sternicus]

So here’s my first aquascape. I would appreciate any ideas that could improve or make it better. Obviously not cemented in yet but will be

 

[sternicus]

Front left portion has been pushed back to create a more realistic swimming scape for the eyes. Really like this setup and the amount of rock

 

[sternicus]

Tomorrow is the big day! I will be updating all day as the tank will be ready for pickup in my truck around 9am

 

[sternicus]

Tank is all loaded on the truck and is almost home. Had to make a stop to pickup the industrial suction cups

 

[sternicus]

Everyone will be here around 6 and then we will take the tank in. Can’t wait!

 

[sternicus]

All the dust has settled and it’s finally done!

Silicone work is impeccable, glass clarity is amazing, overall I’m very very very pleased with how it all turned out[emoji18][emoji18][emoji18]

 

[sternicus]

Here’s a small example of the silicone work. Looks impeccable to me and I’m very confident with Planet Aquariums and the job they did on this tank.

 

[sternicus]

Good news! I put a hole in the wall the size of my butt [emoji24], not really good news just another annoying delay to work on my build. Good news is I patched it right up and it’s drying now. Tonight I will be getting my sand and Marco-400 to cement together the rocks to create my scape, then it’s off to water making for days!

 

[sternicus]

Sand is in! Rockscape is done and cemented. Was a ***** to get to stay properly but I got it done with the help of my fiancé