spectra Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 Well it has been a few years without a tank and figured it might be time to get my feet wet again. I was looking at another tank but this one just fits the spot and also am trying to keep it in a certain price range Not really sure what way I am going to go but will probably just stick with zoas as that is what I think I miss the most from my last tank. So here is the start of my build. First off the tank well a box with a tank in it. Now off to the stand. I am going to build one as I am to picky to buy something already to go. I also want it at least 36 inches tall. So picked up this chunk of butcher block for 20 bucks and am going from there. HD has 3/4 poplar and am going to grab a sheet and cut out the sides and a door and stain it. Then trimmed and sanded it. Well that's about it for now will post up my progress pics as I get things done. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 YAY! Welcome to the Fusion 20 club Scott! Like what you have done so far with the stand! I'm keeping track of people with good stand building skills! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 13, 2015 Author Share Posted July 13, 2015 Hopefully have most of it done tomorrow. Its my day off so heading to HD early to grab a few things. After looking and looking I think I might have it figured out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 14, 2015 Author Share Posted July 14, 2015 Well got a few things done but not what I wanted to. Kind of changed plans mid stream as I was in HD.....so on to the pics Had fun with the Kreg jig Then mad some frames. Routed out for a plywood panel. Added a plywood back and a bottom to it. Top just sitting on it for a pics as I still need to sand it some more and make a shelf once the ply goes in the sides. Going to make a single door just like the sides and should be god to go. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g2theram Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 That stand is looking great in a few months when I get ready for my set up I might be asking you for some pointers Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 14, 2015 Author Share Posted July 14, 2015 (edited) That stand is looking great in a few months when I get ready for my set up I might be asking you for some pointers Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thanks! and no problem will help out if I can. I actually do metal work but do enjoy dabbling with wood. If it was bigger I would do steel and wrap with wood but this little Fusion is not going to weigh much at all. Edited July 14, 2015 by spectra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 That looks really good Scott! You're putting my IKEA stand to shame!???? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 14, 2015 Author Share Posted July 14, 2015 That looks really good Scott! You're putting my IKEA stand to shame! Thanks Kim I think Oh and also the top did come from Ikea it was one of there butcher block counter tops they sell 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 19, 2015 Author Share Posted July 19, 2015 Well not to much progress was a little to hot in the garage to do much.....but did get the stand almost finished. A little more sanding and I might be ready for some stain. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 Looking good Scott! Get that stand done so u can get that tank going ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
softy Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 Nice job on the stand!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadySaber Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 wow thats a awesome stand.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 19, 2015 Author Share Posted July 19, 2015 Thanks for the compliments! Oh and here is a teaser shot 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsonmfg Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 Looks good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 24, 2015 Author Share Posted July 24, 2015 Well after almost a week I think I have the stand figured out. I did not like the finish as I am one anal person staining when it is 90 outside is not recommended Took me 2 nights of sanding with 400 grit wet sand paper to come up with what I have. Stand is black with a little distressed look and some of the lighter poplar showing through. I have one more coat of poly to put on tonight as there is one side that does not look good to me.............. And on a side note UPS dropped off 30lbs of Reefcleaner rock 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Posted July 24, 2015 Share Posted July 24, 2015 Looking good as always. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted July 24, 2015 Share Posted July 24, 2015 Wow Scott you are anal! I'm sure once it gets going it is going to look amazing! I thought the stand looked great as it was. It is wise that you are so patient. Much easier to get things right now then when you have it all full of water! I will probably have upgraded by the time you get your tank up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 24, 2015 Author Share Posted July 24, 2015 Wow Scott you are anal! I'm sure once it gets going it is going to look amazing! I thought the stand looked great as it was. It is wise that you are so patient. Much easier to get things right now then when you have it all full of water! I will probably have upgraded by the time you get your tank up! Well who knows there might be a fusion 20 and stand for sale.............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted July 24, 2015 Share Posted July 24, 2015 Well who knows there might be a fusion 20 and stand for sale.............. LOL did you change your mind again? You still eyeing that Redsea reefstar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 24, 2015 Author Share Posted July 24, 2015 LOL did you change your mind again? You still eyeing that Redsea reefstar? Yeah that thing has never left my mind........... but it sold I think. To be honest I really would like a 150 or bigger but do not have the room. I had a Kole Tang and loved that fish and really want another tank that I can have one in.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted July 24, 2015 Share Posted July 24, 2015 I'm sure Jeff can order another one! ???? Life is too short to settle. There is an awesome envisions someone is selling that is 150 gallons but as I recall I think you prefer glass. And yes the bad thing about nanos is u can't keep big cool fish! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 24, 2015 Author Share Posted July 24, 2015 I'm sure Jeff can order another one! Life is too short to settle. There is an awesome envisions someone is selling that is 150 gallons but as I recall I think you prefer glass. And yes the bad thing about nanos is u can't keep big cool fish! They just show up at his shop he does not order them.... Yeah I am a glass fan and someday will have a big tank but for now the little one will have to do...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted July 24, 2015 Share Posted July 24, 2015 They just show up at his shop he does not order them.... Yeah I am a glass fan and someday will have a big tank but for now the little one will have to do...... I wish cool expensive tanks would just show up at my house! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted July 24, 2015 Author Share Posted July 24, 2015 I wish cool expensive tanks would just show up at my house! me too after talking with Jeff they just show up he does not really have a clue they are coming. Kind of odd but not a bad thing I guess...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadySaber Posted July 24, 2015 Share Posted July 24, 2015 ok now Im officially jealous of your mad carpentry skills. Really awesome work. As for anal I do that all the time I'm super anal about my projects.. I actually have to force myself at times to step away... LOLOLOL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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