Not a total DIY, I purchased it many years ago but the original design did not figure in gravel filter bublers and quickly came apart at the seems. That caused the first rebuild some 15+ years ago. Then a few weeks ago another leak developed, not sure from where most probably the multi piece glass on the bottom. The original builder used 3 pieces of glass for the bottom with another strip of glass across the seam. Many places for leaks. So this time when rebuilding I replace that glass and another that broke. I did have to cut the plywood to size and build the box, nail all those little pieces of bamboo on the plywood then insert the glass and seal. So I guess you could say 50/50 DIY. Many improvements on the original design for strenth and functionality.
. As soon as the tank has gone through it's cycle I will get him some more mates.
