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Nocturnal
07-31-2007, 10:53 AM
I am going to need decently large sump for my new 210. Looking for something to hold 50+ gallons of water

Looking for something in the 3-4 foot long range and 20" or less in total height. Can be anwhere from 12-20" wide also.

Acrylic is necessary so I can drill holes myself. If you have something in glass and YOU can drill holes, then we can talk also.

Let me know what you have!!

smcnally
07-31-2007, 11:07 AM
You're going to have a hard time finding a sump in those dimensions that holds the capacity you want. 48" x 20" x 12" is only 49.9 gallons (filled to the top). Since most sumps are filled just over half way, you would have to go with your max size 48" x 20" x 20" which would be 83 gallons filled to the top.

chew*
07-31-2007, 11:14 AM
Got a 4ft 75 gallon tank for $50, with the money saved you can get holes drilled. It is a no center brace model non rr. Perfect candidate for a sump.

Nocturnal
07-31-2007, 11:16 AM
My stand is going to be between 33 and 36" tall. I basically just need to be able to reach my arm inside the whole thing while it's under there. Also would need to be able to remove my skimmer if necessary. That's why I was giving myself that much space. I guess I could go 22" high.

Nocturnal
07-31-2007, 11:18 AM
Got a 4ft 75 gallon tank for $50, with the money saved you can get holes drilled. It is a no center brace model non rr. Perfect candidate for a sump.

That would be ideal....does anyone here drill holes?
Problem is, I really don't want to have to drive to RI to pick up a tank. No offence

chew*
07-31-2007, 03:51 PM
I could arrange to drop it off at Coral Reef Aquarium in swansea MA for you where they offer a glass drilling service.

grundig5
07-31-2007, 04:10 PM
Have you contaced NeO on the boards here? He could build one to exact dimensions, and he does fabulous work.

BTW, he can drill all the holes for you too.

Nocturnal
07-31-2007, 05:42 PM
I actually think I got one now, 65 gallons too (48x20x16)
Thanks guys