robpardee Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 I'm sure this has been beat to death but I can't seem to find any up-to-date information. Is there anyplace known to man to buy replacement hinges for the aquapod 24? I'm re-setting it up but have no hinges at all. Thanks! Quote Link to comment
StevieT Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 You're best to put a want to buy in the hardware sections. Someone may have a hood laying around they can rob them off of. The Aquapod 24 has been discontinued for many years now Or make some Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted December 3, 2014 Author Share Posted December 3, 2014 Hey Stevie! It's been awhile since I've been on, glad to see your still here! I doubt I could make some that don't look obtrusive and I haven't seen any build ideas out there. I may just do the wtb option you mentioned that sounds like a good idea. I emailed Current USA and they said the same thing about the discontinuation but I had hoped being the manufacturer they would at least continue to support the most broken part of the unit. Quote Link to comment
StevieT Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 They are not going to want anything to do with those tanks any more, or tanks in general as they are out of that business. Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted January 17, 2015 Author Share Posted January 17, 2015 Hey StevieT, I just ordered the media basket for the aquapod from your site. The product looks awesome and I can't wait to get it. Now I just need to keep looking for those hinges. Maybe I could 3D print one if I found a file for it! Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted February 7, 2015 Author Share Posted February 7, 2015 Hey guys, I have been wanting a 3D printer and there is a chance that I might be able to buy one soon. I've designed a 3D STL file that is meant to mimic the original Aquapod HInge. I may have to start a new thread to get the answer but I'm looking for what kind of interest there is if I get a workable replacement hinge and offer them for sale? P.S. StevieT your aqupoad MEdiabasket is awesome. It fit perfectly and works great, thanks for such a good product and for the swedish fish! 1 Quote Link to comment
StevieT Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Nice enjoy. I always liked the design of that basket and how it set into the intake grates. Quote Link to comment
Maniu Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 http://trulyfurniture.com/26488/current-aquapod-replacement-hinges-fits-model-7051-24-gallon#.VNaZYHso7MI Not sure if it helps you with your pickle Quote Link to comment
sean1986 Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Take the RIM off! looks really good after being removed. maybe your could add a new light on a goose neck Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted February 8, 2015 Author Share Posted February 8, 2015 I had thought about doing that, but the problem is I built a custom LED fixture into the hood and I'd like to use it, plus I have two cats that inevitably would end up taking a bath! It's happened before. Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted June 1, 2015 Author Share Posted June 1, 2015 I thought it appropriate to revive this thread and share a development. I acquired a 3D printer recently and designed a replacement hinge based on a picture of the original and measuring the aquarium. I have some pictures I wanted to share but they are with white filament. I just received my black filament in the mail and printed new hinges in black and they look great. The only flaw with the current design of the hinges is that the C part where the hood actually slides into is a bit high and leaves a gap between the hood and the tank. I am working on lowering it but for now it works great so my cords don't get pinched. Anyway Enjoy! Quote Link to comment
righttirefire Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Awesome! Since you built it they will come 1 Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted June 2, 2015 Author Share Posted June 2, 2015 Presenting the Black Hinge! Quote Link to comment
gmdcdvm Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 Nice. What would you charge for 4 or 6 of these. Figure best to have extras. G Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted December 10, 2015 Author Share Posted December 10, 2015 I've added some extra thickness to reinforce an area that broke on my original. I can make you some. Look for a PM. Quote Link to comment
Erichburch Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 I No this is an older posting but I’m hoping that you will still see it and can possibly sell me a few of those hinges. I have looked everywhere and asked everyone and nobody knows where to find them. I’m just praying u will see this On 6/1/2015 at 6:15 PM, robpardee said: Presenting the Black Hinge! Not sure how these Forums work but please contact me. I need hinges just like that Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted October 20, 2017 Author Share Posted October 20, 2017 For those who find this thread, I am monitoring my PMs and this thread for anyone interested in them. I will be happy to make some for whoever wants them. I know the frustration of breaking the aquapod hinge and having no replacement. 1 1 Quote Link to comment
T-Bonus Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I just received my new hinges today. Wow. The build on these is phenomenal. Thank you Robpardee. You da man. Quote Link to comment
rrr Posted April 29, 2018 Share Posted April 29, 2018 Are you still taking orders for the hinges? I would love 2 of them. Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted April 30, 2018 Author Share Posted April 30, 2018 PM incoming 3 hours ago, rrr said: Are you still taking orders for the hinges? I would love 2 of them. 1 Quote Link to comment
tonydamar Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 @Robpardee, I would love to get some hinges! I just came across this post last night. I picked up a used Aquapod 24 about a year ago, but the hinges were broken and the tank has sat empty in the corner of my office. Do you or another community member (StevieT) have the filter basket? I have the pieces that slide in to block the water inlets on the back wall, but no filter basket. I was going to make one out of the eggcrate light diffusers. Thanks, Tony Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted July 3, 2018 Author Share Posted July 3, 2018 Hey Tonydamar, I am still making hinges to sell as requested. I'd PM StevieT and see if he could still make you one of the Aquapod 24 baskets. I bought one years ago and it works great still, you don't need the pieces that slide into the grooves to block the water if you buy StevieT's basket, that function is built into the design. I'll PM you about the hinges though. 1 1 Quote Link to comment
Beantownsbest Posted October 5, 2019 Share Posted October 5, 2019 HEY @robpardee, Steve from intank said you could make some of the Hinges that go on the Aquapod 24 tank that are discontinued. I would also take two . Please lmk asap Thanks Al M, 1 Quote Link to comment
Beantownsbest Posted October 11, 2019 Share Posted October 11, 2019 will take 4 make it worth it and have extra , thanks @robpardee Quote Link to comment
robpardee Posted October 11, 2019 Author Share Posted October 11, 2019 10 hours ago, Beantownsbest said: will take 4 make it worth it and have extra , thanks @robpardee Hey @Beantownsbest, I'll PM you with more info. Quote Link to comment
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