20L De-Rimmed

[avalanche1201]

***update***

I have modified my Current 36w lighting system to hang it from the stand.

 

Cover

 

Bulbs

 

Reflector

 

Once I removed the cover and the bulbs I got down to the reflector and removed that by taking out the four screws in the corner. Once the reflector was removed I drilled 4 holes. One (1) next to the ballast and One (1) next to the switches. As well as Two (2) more more towards the middle of the fixture.

 

I suspended it with black chain underneath a screw held into place with a washer and nut. Some of the threads are also caught on the metal creating a strong hold with the unit.

 

Front View hanging:

 

Top View:

 

Now I'm trying to decide on my next move...Start the plumbing or work on saving up for a DIY LED light and other equipment (pumps, skimmer, controllers etc)

 

Thanks for looking and any input/ideas/suggestions are appreciated

 

edit:

will fix the image rotation soon

[shaner014]

Build looks great, my first tank was a DIY rimless 10g. Never regretted removing it.

 

I must say, I'm also intrigued by this Tonka Tree. Pic? Lol

[05XRunner]

can you even drill that tank? I thought all those Aqueon tanks are tempered

[TeflonTomDosh]

can you even drill that tank? I thought all those Aqueon tanks are tempered

I drilled my 40b and it's an aqueon tank.

[chachew]

can you even drill that tank? I thought all those Aqueon tanks are tempered

 

I also have the same exact tank from Petco and i drilled 3 holes in the back glass. I believe the 40b are not tempered at all. I think the other sizes from Aqueon are tempered tho

[05XRunner]

well here is a way to check and see if its tempered or not

http://www.jolietareareefclub.com/forums/s...read.php?t=4509

[avalanche1201]

From the sites I've seen the 20L is not tempered...if that has recently changed I will let you know when I go to drill it.

 

No updates but I will be sanding the stand down to smooth it out and get rid of the factory markings on the studs. I decided I like the framed out look and it will also help keep weight down by not skinning it. I will be making doors though to help finish off the front.

 

As for now I will leave you with a picture of the Tonka Tree at night. The photo was shot on 11/07/12 (straight from the camera no post editing)

 

[lkoechle]

What ultimately happened to this build?? I hate threads that just end Especially because I love almost everything you're doing and want to know if I should take some of your ideas!

[crusoe]

I agree with Ikoechle, have any more progress pictures of the stand build?