I agree with what you are saying but there was already a small crack in it that I decided to risk it. I was aware of the chance and had things in place to get everything moved out quick. I do however see that innovate Marine has a sale for 40% off tank and stand if you are willing to wait the 12-16. Just wish I hadn’t just bought a foxface or I would be jumping on that and letting the clowns stick it out in the 20G backup I have.Diy Wood stands are notorious for being not 110% level and even concrete floors are often not perfectly flat , this often helps the tank fail early , paper shims maybe