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Old 02-03-2009, 04:18 PM   #1
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Looking for a good DIY Sump.


I am looking for some good plans to build a sump/refugium for my 75 gallon tank. Any help would be appreciated.
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Old 02-03-2009, 09:21 PM   #2
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Follow the link to my build thread in my sig... start on page 3

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Old 02-03-2009, 10:16 PM   #3
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Follow the link to my build thread in my sig... start on page 3

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Where did u get your glass pieces for the dividers? Did you have to get them custom cut?
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Old 02-03-2009, 10:31 PM   #4
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You can get the baffles cut at any hardware or glass store that sells glass.
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Old 02-04-2009, 04:29 AM   #5
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Where did u get your glass pieces for the dividers? Did you have to get them custom cut?
Lowe's... they custom cut
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Old 02-04-2009, 08:09 AM   #6
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If you are interested in trying out acrylic instead of glass then here is a link for you:

http://www.melevsreef.com/allmysumps.html
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Old 02-04-2009, 07:34 PM   #7
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Thanks Guys I'm gonna try to get all my supplies together of the next week and then maybe Ill post a build thread with lots of pics.
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