Building a stand for my 211g

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peterlin

[I ran across this thread on RC DIY fish stand
that someone built a stand with 4x2. It looks simple enough and I thought that I can do it too. The plan was taken from http://garf.org, modified somewhat to re-enforce the frame.

Since I'm not a carpenter by trade, I am looking for ideas on do's and don'ts. I think about taking measurment and HomeDepot can cut the 4x2 for me. But since they don't gaurantee precision cut, what do I do about leveling? If I am going to need to buy tools (besides drill which I already have to put the wood screws in), I like to know what to get.

From this picture, you can see this stand is superstrong -
add 4 gusets to corners]
 
[I'd say talk to Vincent at Tranquil Scape. I'm sure he'd be more than happy to talk with you about the project even if you are going to do it all by yourself.]
 
[Peter,

Here's thread on RC that shows some of the various construction phases of a 40g breeder stand I built. It's similar in design to what you are wanting to do, though obviously on a smaller scale. While it is built like a tank, I gotta be honest, it's sitting in my formal living room empty. Never got around to setting the thing up. In fact, had to tear one down...but I digress...

http://reefcentral.com/forums....=139581

As for cutting your 2x4's...you're better off not having HD do it. I bet someone in your neck of the woods has a compound miter saw they'd let you borrow for an afternoon. If not, I think you can rent them for the day. Things to keep in mind when figuring dimensions is that dimensional lumber is not exactly what is says it is. For example, a standard 2x4 is NOT 2" x 4". It's more like 1.5" X 3.5" if memory serves me correctly. This can really geek up your plans...Don't ask me how I know this... :sniffle:

I've only built a couple, but Marc is a stand making fool, and is a wealth of information. If I can help though, please let me know. :D]
 
[Thanks Duane. Your stand look awesome. I wish I'm that talented with wood work. Too much cutting for me though. I have no idea how to cut the join, but your stand looks professional.

I'm building this stand with low cost in mind. Since my 211g is not a new tank, I may decide to get rid of it later. Right now I need a stand about 28 inch in height. Currently the stand is too tall, and makes cleaning more difficult.

My love my clam tank where I can get my hand in it easily - and not having to stand on a ladder.]
 
[Hey peter


I would be more than happy to help you out, I work in irving and live in NRH. I have all the tools you would need to put that together. Maybe 1/2 a day to get it together, I always like a woodworking project currently I am building an L shaped office desk for the home office. I could also give you some easy ideas on covering the frame if your interested. I built a small stand for our 29 gal freshwater bowfront you could take a look at a little farther down the line in this forum


If you need the help let me know
Chris Tippitt]
 
[Hi Chris,
Thank you. For some reason your yahoo photo album is empty. I would like to see the stand you built to get some idea.
And yes, I'll need help with wood cutting. Maybe with right tool and measurement, it's possible to cut wood like what Duane is talking about.
Let me know how to contact you. My 150g is pretty full..and I'm itchy to take my 211g apart and rebuild it. But I'll need a stand first. :)
Peter]
 
[Peter,

Thanks for the kind words. Alot of success in woodworking comes down to having the right tools to do the job. Sounds like you have someone nearby willing to help you with that. The finish and trim work is what is time consuming. Just building a 2x4 frame is a pretty simple task, and you can probably get it done in a day. Faster with someone helping you. I look forward to seeing the pics!! :)]
 
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