Plywood tank build

[USMC2171]

Well here are a few more pics, I finished the stud walls in the front. i left a 17" opening to access under the tank on each side the stud in the center. I then cut 2' 2x8's and lined them over the top of the stand to reinforce the bottom of the tank. I know that it was stated above that 3/4' plywood would handle the load, being a Marine has taught me that "Its better to have it, and not need it, tan to need it and not have it." I believe that's soo true with gear, or in this case structural support. I will wrap the stand tomorrow, at the top to brace the seams at the bottom of tank.
Here's some pics.

Thanks badoleross, I'll research further.

 

[Navyscuba]

Looking Good Marine. Semper Fortis.

 

[USMC2171]

Thanks Navyscuba. I hope the wife doesnt throw me out for all the time Im soending on it, LOL

 

[Phatboydime]

I missunderstood the use you intended for the 2x6s..In this case they are not overkill.

 

[Navyscuba]

haha

Thanks Navyscuba. I hope the wife doesnt throw me out for all the time Im soending on it, LOL

I know what you mean I haven't finish my project due to cold weather but hopefully I get my time. hahaha:duh:

 

[Phatboydime]

I havnt even been able to get started on my tanks stand or canopy. Pickin up the wood next weekend though...so that is a start. Yay!

 

[USMC2171]

Well I have finished the stand frame, wrapped it with 2x6. and placed the tank on top of it. Waiting to get paid to order the POND COAT, and the glass.

 

[Phatboydime]

Moar pix...Im addicted to pix!!!

 

[USMC2171]

Sorry phatboy, I cant seem to upload to the site right now. Ill try again tomorrow. I maybe a little biased, but it looks pretty **** good!

 

[USMC2171]

OK it worked, here they are!! That's my boy.