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05/02/2009, 12:16 PM | #1 |
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?s regaruding drilling a full display tank.
I have a 125G that has been set up for 2 years now. I have a HOB overflow that is a massive PITA. I have been debating drilling this thing for months now but I am afraid the pressure from the water would cause a crack or breakage. I haven't done it because I don't want to risk any livestock. This is my softie tank so most of the more hardy species reside in there.
Anyway I would like to hear from someone who has drilled a semi-full display before I try this. |
05/02/2009, 12:49 PM | #2 |
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Why risk it? Get some rubbermaid trashcans, drain it almost empty. Drill it and then fill it back up. The softies can handle being out of the water for a little while as long as you keep them wet.
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05/02/2009, 12:52 PM | #3 | |
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Re: ?s regaruding drilling a full display tank.
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DRILL IT!!! Current Tank Info: In charge of over 50,000 gallons of fish only tanks |
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05/02/2009, 01:10 PM | #4 |
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is it glass or acrylic????i drilled my 220 acrylic while it was full.....fwiw lol....just stuck a net on the iside to catch all the shavings.....
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05/02/2009, 02:09 PM | #5 |
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It is 3/8" glass.
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