New stand idea

Twitterbait · 03-13-2006, 02:28 PM

So i'm planning to build a stand for my tank to replace the ugly metal rack that i have right now. my plan is a little different though. I plan on making a good solid frame with a solid back. then i will make the 2 side decorative panels and the full front panel removable to allow easy acces when i need it. i will still hang doors on the front with latches. and if i can afford it i will set up my power on one of the side panels. when i pull the tank out i will be plugging the existing drain (1" out the back) and replacing it with a drain in the bottom (2" with a durso). i will also be drilling for a cls using 1" bulkheads (not sure if i will go through the back or the bottom). just starting this as a build progress thread. now i just need to get a compound miter saw...

wharyat · 03-13-2006, 02:32 PM

Sounds good!

Compound miter saws have to be one of the greatest tools. You can easily find a decent name brand saw for under $100; unless you want a 12" blade and a nifty laser.

Tim224DT · 03-13-2006, 03:53 PM

Cant wait to see pics!!

We just got a new 12" blade saw with a laser!! I cant wait to get started on building a stand for my 29gallon someday soon maybe.

Tim

Twitterbait · 03-13-2006, 03:57 PM

I am trying to find a specific type of fastener to secure the panels to the frame. I am looking for they type that are being used in most pre-built furniture where you have a ribbed post screw into the removeable panel and a flat screw/nut that is set into the frame and then you insert the ribbed post screw into a hole in the frame and secure it with the flat nut thingy... i have been looking and can't find them anywhere...

Fyreaway · 03-13-2006, 10:44 PM

What you're looking for is called knock down hardware. Any good woodworking store (rockler.com) will have all kinds of solutions for your application.

rmhuntley · 03-13-2006, 11:54 PM

you can actually get that cam-lock type of fasteners at National builders hardware. its here in downtown portland on se 12th and taylor

Twitterbait · 03-14-2006, 01:38 PM

Awsome thanks! Fyreway, that is a nice looking site thanks for the address and the proper description. Welcome to TRT too!
i'll be sure to check out that store rm, thanks.

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