Equipment Review and Discussion :: 2 xp4--tank almost complete-pics-- started above tank bask-

[untsmurf]

So is there a gap in the back to make room for the intake and outtake tubes? That's what it looks like. It looks great so far. Can't wait to see when it's done.

[madmax1]

So is there a gap in the back to make room for the intake and outtake tubes? That's what it looks like. It looks great so far. Can't wait to see when it's done.

yes .it does not go all the way back there is about 1 1/2" gap for filter and hoses

[grey goose]

Very nice framing......Now don't forget to sand and stain it, and maybe a couple of coats of nice satin polyurethane.

[madmax1]

thanks, sounds good. a lot more work to do .post some more pics soon .waiting for 3d backgrounds ,plexiglass,decos,and such to be delivered. try to grt more done on weekend.

[Skadica]

Are you going to paint it to match the tank stand?

Looks great, I want one.

[madmax1]

yes stand is painted black pine / will match on outside , inside will try to make as close to nture as possable. have 3d foam rock background wich i ordered from black jungle 6 peices 12"x29" wich will cover back wall, some plants , moss, and vine. i have a 20x25 3/8" plexiglass basking platform for each side of tank, will have 2 basking areas, also 1/4" plexi for front viewing window wich is 11 1/4"x50 1/2" ordered plexi from professional plastics

[madmax1]

i have under water lights for under basking area also have blue moonlight leds wich will be set under tank cross bars lights will be on digital night and day timers by zilla, moon lights will not stay on all night .two 24" fluker fluorescentlights for each side over basking area wth repti sun 10,0 uvb fluorscents. 4 medium adjustable goose neck condescent lights.2 for heatlight for day 2 will be for ceramic heat at night.on each side of tank, also on night and day timer.also have lights pluged into temp.control device wich can be adjusted for night and day heating requirments.

[Skadica]

Wow, you have it all planned out well, I will I had the money to pour into my tank like that. Someday I will, mine is going to take longer buying one part at a time.

[tlcthis]

madmax1

WOW! Thank you for the photo's keep us updated. I admire your attitude and effort. I also usually have to customize stuff because I know what i want and it is never on the market.

AND GUYS GIVE THE DUDE A BREAK ON THE STONES!!!!

What size is your tank? I wish they would make them a bit wider.

I agree with your natural approach I just do not have the time to maintain it properly and I like the empty look. My sister moved and we got a turtle, so it truely was not my choice to have a turtle. My daughter set her eyes on him right away when she heard her aunt was moving.

What is the purpose for the custom made wood top?

[Weirdkid]

That looks really nice, keep up the good work!! =D

[madmax1]

madmax1

WOW! Thank you for the photo's keep us updated. I admire your attitude and effort. I also usually have to customize stuff because I know what i want and it is never on the market.

AND GUYS GIVE THE DUDE A BREAK ON THE STONES!!!!

What size is your tank? I wish they would make them a bit wider.

I agree with your natural approach I just do not have the time to maintain it properly and I like the empty look. My sister moved and we got a turtle, so it truely was not my choice to have a turtle. My daughter set her eyes on him right away when she heard her aunt was moving.


What is the purpose for the custom made wood top?

The purpose of the wood top it is going to be a an above tank basking area so i can fill my tank all the way up . it will have 3d rocks & plants & some moss with possibly some vine for deco.on the back & side pannels inside.i will have 2 basking spots on each side with ramps going into water. still waiting for delivery of products I ordered. will post more pictures when i start up again.
the size of the tank is (6 feet long)x(2 feet wide)x(2 feet high) 180 gallons