Aquarium Solution

[Vypyrz]

On a other note if any use the lock types I used I am finding them to be rusting in spots doing it again I'd recommend a good rust paint (let it cure fully) before installing it. It isn't bad but it is there.

This happens to alot of locks. Even the ones on my Boaphiles will rust. Normally, I will occassionally take the lock apart and scrub it with a steel wire brush and either gun oil or WD-40. Then I will soak it in Isopropyl alcohol to remove the oil before putting it back together.

I used a version of this tank mod to convert a 75 gallon aquarium into a display cage for my IJ Carpet Python. I wasn't real comfortable about laying it on it's side because of the size and weight of the 1/4" glass, so I just made the locking plexiglass lids to fit the top.

[kitedemon]

The locks I used clear nail polish on the newest version this has worked well. The sides bothered me a bit until I recalled the weight of water.

75 gal of water is 626 pounds. The needs to hold that in so any spot weight of 30 pounds should be no problem more if it is spread out. I have never had this kind of mass inside a snake set up I don't think there would be any problem with it on its side. the tank is no where the weight of the water it is designed to hold.

[Vypyrz]

The locks I used clear nail polish on the newest version this has worked well. The sides bothered me a bit until I recalled the weight of water.

75 gal of water is 626 pounds. The needs to hold that in so any spot weight of 30 pounds should be no problem more if it is spread out. I have never had this kind of mass inside a snake set up I don't think there would be any problem with it on its side. the tank is no where the weight of the water it is designed to hold.

I will definitely try the nail polish. Thanks for the tip...

[kitedemon]

The nail polish has been in since 9/21/11 so hard to say for sure it works perfectly. I was not planning on mentioning it until I was more certain it worked for a long time. The ones I double coated are better than the single and the one that got a light sanding (300 grit) is the best.

I hope it works out for you so far so good. Let me know if you find some better combination perhaps it can be improved more.

[Foschi Exotic Serpents]

I just got permission from my friend Tim Slotke to post the photos of the displays he's made for friends using aquariums. These are nice!

You can spend a few grand on a custom made display from a caging company... Or you can collect a bunch of super cheap/free tanks from CL and spend just a few hundred to make your own display wall.

These are 20 longs..


These are 10 gal..

[JeRMz]

Plexi glass on top or front. Is there really a difference?

[Foschi Exotic Serpents]

Plexi glass on top or front. Is there really a difference?

Ease of cleaning... If you only plan to do this to one or two small tanks then doing it to the top would be fine. If you're doing it to a 29 gal or above, think about the hassle of reaching down into such a deep enclosure trying to get stuff out, trying to remove bedding, wipe the bottom, etc.. What a pain. Especially if the tank is sitting on a shelf or table which is more than a few feet above floor level.

[kitedemon]

Heat and humidity rise so a solid top means easier to heat and easier to hold humidly. It is as good as a plastic enclosure better at holding temps than my rack or single tubs are by quite a long shot.

[kitedemon]

Ill not use metal hinges again for this type of project. The rope is better in every way and a fraction of the effort and cost.

[Randall Bates]

Hi,

I'm interested in buying hinges from here http://www.spep.com/ , maybe this ones: http://www.spep.com/Blog/Take-ApartHinge.html, but I don't know if it's a good option. Can you recommend me a different model/contractor to work with

Thanks in advance,
Randall