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tjthrows
02/23/2003, 09:42 PM
I just finished constructing the canopy for my new 75gal reef. I made it out 3/4 oak ply and oak stock. The front is oak stock, as is the small back 2" runner piece for stability. The sides, top, and inside risers are all oak ply. It is 10", but 1 3/4" covers up the top of the tank. This bad boy has some weight to it. my question is, how much can the tank stand? I still have to add my VHO's. Yup, my custom stand is equally as overbuilt. My father was curious as to what was going to be taking place on the stand that it had to be that strong...

TJ

texasreefer
02/23/2003, 11:01 PM
You won't have any problems w/ the weight of the canopy. I built one w/ the same materials and haven't hd any problems.