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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: DIY Drip Systems & Water Changers

    Another compilation for reference. I'll keep a running tab of all the good Drip Systems and Water Changers that I come across. Post a link if you...

    Started by Pharaoh, 09-17-2009 06:08 PM
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  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: DIY Aquarium Thickness Calculator

    Here are a few links that I have come across that are valuable if you are interested in building your own tank. Acrylic Tank Thickness Calculator:...

    Started by Pharaoh, 09-17-2009 05:35 PM
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  3. Sticky Thread Sticky: DIY Aquarium Stand Building

    This is a compilation of DIY stand builds from across the MCA forum and other valuable resources for building stands yourself. Feel free to suggest...

    Started by Pharaoh, 09-17-2009 05:49 PM
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  1. Pool grow out set up

    using a 6 foot by 15 in pool for a grow out tank . place foam under it to hold in heat lose through the floor helps . i have this set up in my...

    Started by lmod58, 06-28-2010 11:46 PM
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    09-03-2010 11:09 PM Go to last post
  2. Fishroom Build in Progress

    So here is the much anticipated (at least by me :biggrin1:) thread of our fishroom build. Wayne will have to into the details of his plan, but...

    Started by vermcichlidaddict, 06-08-2010 11:09 PM
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  3. cheapest diy egg tumbler

    Things you will have around your fish room and its easy but double up the mesh on both sides. check the link out ...

    Started by matthew4204, 07-15-2010 09:16 AM
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  4. My first system and I need help in the design

    I'm going to use a sump for the first time on my new tanks.If anyone can help point me to some good DIY project threads.Or just some good advice.Here...

    Started by Bud, 02-24-2010 09:48 AM
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  5. Building a "fishroom"

    Not really a room, just a corner of the basement. I am building a stand that is 3 feet tall, almost 4 feet wide, and 12 feet long. It will have...

    Started by FishAndFire, 02-28-2010 09:15 PM
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  6. drilling a tank?

    drilling a tank? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Anyone have experience drilling for...

    Started by awinstead, 05-29-2010 10:37 PM
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  7. DIY Tank divider?

    I need to divide my 55 to grow out my yellow labs. I was wondering if anyone has any good ideas on how to make one

    Started by jbkurtzer, 06-02-2010 07:19 PM
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  8. 2-x-90gl biuld with 2-600gph pumps in one sump

    Well I finally have got a good start on the project.Here is a few pictures so far.The tanks are a foot print of 24''x48 Still have not made up my...

    Started by Bud, 05-17-2010 10:35 AM
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    05-20-2010 07:38 AM Go to last post
  9. Do it your self STAND

    This is the stand me and my dad made for our fishroom which is not done hope u enjoy ill keep posting pictures

    Started by fishman232, 05-05-2010 05:16 PM
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  10. DIY Stand

    This is a picture of a stand that I built and is not totaly done yet. The stand was bulit for a larger aquarium but I got this aquarium at a great...

    Started by Big dog, 04-30-2010 08:29 AM
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  11. 24/7 New Water changer (chemical Way)

    in my old article DIY : 24/7 New Water Drip System it works great for chlorine. but when i found out about Chloramine in my water. That system will...

    Started by neoprodigy, 06-26-2007 02:37 PM
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  12. How to build a double stand

    I am looking for plans to build a double 55 stand. My biggest concern is to have the needed support preferably without center braces (at least on...

    Started by roscoe6977, 05-13-2008 06:10 AM
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    05-01-2010 01:28 PM Go to last post
  13. Finaly getting around to redoing my 120

    First one is a picture of it before I start.Second one is of a piece of driftwood I found years ago.Just never got around to cutting it to fit.Just...

    Started by Bud, 03-01-2010 03:35 PM
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  14. new system biuld 3 x 90gl

    To start all 3 90gl acrylic tank have been through hell and back( foot print is 48'' x 24'').They have some shatter cracks scratch and mars all over...

    Started by Bud, 04-24-2010 09:13 PM
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  15. Thumbs up Driftwood

    I went to the lake mushroom hunting and I ended up picking up driftwood instead. I found some really cool pieces of wood. I had to cut the end of a...

    Started by b show, 04-28-2010 11:10 PM
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  16. resealing aquarium ?

    I resealed one of my tanks. I read one of the threads on here and did what it said. Is GE silicone II safe for use? The reason I ask is b/c I had...

    Started by Levine, 12-16-2009 05:51 PM
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  17. Talking Fishroom Journal

    Well, we are all moved into our new house, and I am beginning to build my first fish room. I have all of the tanks and most of the hardware, I just...

    Started by cichlidChad, 06-19-2009 08:59 AM
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  18. Does anybody build tanks

    Not sure if this belongs here, but can anyone/or does anybody know anyone who can take a tank apart and rebuild it? I have 2x 125 gallon tanks (same...

    Started by Red Tiger, 04-10-2010 12:53 PM
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  19. Making rocks/backgrounds

    Alright, so I have my tank set up now. So why should I start another project? I guess I'm a glutton for punishment or something like that. Maybe I'm...

    Started by lando659, 04-13-2010 10:39 PM
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  20. DIY Sump

    I got sick and tired of paying those mega high prices for a pre-fab sump so I decided to try and make one. Not the best looking but so far it's...

    Started by mbovinet, 11-10-2007 09:19 AM
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    04-12-2010 07:12 PM Go to last post
  21. DIY 220 Stand Anyone?

    Was wondering if anyone happens to know a site they could send me or if anyone has built a 220 stand could let me in on there exact steps that I...

    Started by reyes_52057, 09-07-2008 10:37 AM
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    04-12-2010 12:17 PM Go to last post
  22. 120 gallon tank in bar wall

    This is the tank I built into the wall in my basement bar about a year ago. I posted some picteres on IAA website so some of you might have seen...

    Started by fishhead, 02-26-2009 02:45 AM
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  23. DIY Aquarium Background Instructions

    Folks, A few months back, I submitted a photo for the POTM contest of my 90 gallon African Cichlid tank with a do-it-yourself styrofoam and cement...

    Started by gminor, 02-04-2010 03:15 PM
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  24. Fish Room??

    My dream in life has been to have my own fish room... will that become a reality? Our pool table room never gets used... seems a bit senseless to...

    Started by Kerbchek, 06-14-2008 04:00 PM
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    03-21-2010 07:55 AM Go to last post
  25. Set up a fish room

    I thinking on putting in a central sump or central air system in for breeder tanks. Any information would be helping. Thanks Jimmy

    Started by kjim614, 03-14-2010 08:46 PM
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    03-15-2010 06:09 PM Go to last post

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