Rev's 400+ Gallon Basement Inwall

[Black Pearl]

Lol thanks everyone! I think the brick wall will take on a whole new look when blue fills that hole and we accent the wall with a little lighting and maybe decor.

The next big question is do you think o can pull this off? This is the project of the day!

Is this for you light fixture?

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

It is but now I've run into a bit of an issue! The floor joist above the tank are about 4 inches off to the left of where I need them to be. This would cause the lights to hang off center.

Any thoughts on what I can do?

 

[Brew12]

It is but now I've run into a bit of an issue! The floor joist above the tank are about 4 inches off to the left of where I need them to be. This would cause the lights to hang off center.

Any thoughts on what I can do?

Cut a piece of 3/4" plywood and screw it into the studs on either side of where you need to mount the hoist. Then mount the hoist to the plywood.

Well, either that or hang your lights off center. :p

 

[jsker]

It is but now I've run into a bit of an issue! The floor joist above the tank are about 4 inches off to the left of where I need them to be. This would cause the lights to hang off center.

Any thoughts on what I can do?

Screw a board between the two joist, then center you hoist.

 

[Black Pearl]

Screw a board between the two joist, then center you hoist.

Agreed

 

[120reefkeeper]

Agreed

Double Agreed! [emoji12]

 

[dbl]

It is but now I've run into a bit of an issue! The floor joist above the tank are about 4 inches off to the left of where I need them to be. This would cause the lights to hang off center.

Any thoughts on what I can do?

I'm afraid you're going to have to remove everything and start over!!!

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

I decided to tear out the wall and move the tank.

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Lol.

But really thanks for the advice. I'll have to use multiple 2x4's because the mounting plate is big and the rail will also have to be raised to the level of the motor.

 

[Brew12]

Lol.

But really thanks for the advice. I'll have to use multiple 2x4's because the mounting plate is big and the rail will also have to be raised to the level of the motor.

Another option would be to put a pair of these spanning the studs. Would be lower profile and better looking. Just need to be comfortable cutting and drilling aluminum.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Crown-Bo...um-Flat-Bar-with-1-8-in-Thick-56900/100338251

 

[jsker]

I'm afraid you're going to have to remove everything and start over!!!

LOL ROTF

 

[PSXerholic]

Already adjusted it again..

Not reading the text, just screened through the pictures.
Wow, this is going to be an amazing tank system Rev !!!!!!

Good luck that everything works out as planned ;-)

-Andre

 

[PSXerholic]

Thank you all!

I picked up some carpets for the cat walk. It was a cheap add on! Ha!

Not really a fan of dedicated fishrooms, but I would love to have this !!!!

-Andre

 

[mpjmeyer]

Is this beast of a tank for fish or performing baptisms?

Seriously though, incredible build so far!! I check almost every day to see if water has been added yet.

 

[Janci]

#1062 posts, still no water and now the lights are off center.... where and when exactly did this go wrong?
Nice scaping and for sure more great ideas still to come!!
Congrats

 

[adestafi]

Add water to the tank and they wont notice the color of the brick....

 

[Ljaus]

I actually really like the brick. It's something different and a break from the norm of these days and besides once the tank is full no one will notice it

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Well got this lift installed, finally, and guess what? The motor won't turn! :(

Should have tested it prior to install. It will be easy to replace that part. I'll have to call the company tomorrow. Ugh!

 

[jsker]

All good thing come in time:)

 

[TonapahNorth]

Rev ... would you tell us what kind of rock and sand you are using and why?
Thanks