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Old 08/10/2005, 01:56 PM
Doubledown Doubledown is offline
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Where do I find water storage tanks?

I am attempting to automate my system a bit more and need to find some nice large size water storage containers.

Do they have to be food grade?

Where can I get them?


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Old 08/10/2005, 02:00 PM
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You can check out Aquatic Eco Systems. Their shipping might be a little high, but they have a huge selection.
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Old 08/10/2005, 02:03 PM
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What size/shape are you looking for? I ask because Rubbermaid Brute trash cans are GREAT for water storage and fairly cheap. They may not work for every person though, depending on your needs and storage location.
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Old 08/10/2005, 03:05 PM
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I found a great plase at www.usplastics.com , everything you need is here, and descent shipping.
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Old 08/10/2005, 03:09 PM
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Rural King is a nice place to look or Tractor supply. They usually have the plastic 55 gallon barrels.
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Old 08/10/2005, 03:14 PM
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found my 55 gallon food grade plastic containers at a local bottler of sauces. 6 dollars each and just had to wash them out as they were used for vinegar. any local bottlers that might use those?
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Old 08/10/2005, 03:26 PM
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jehmco.com
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Old 08/10/2005, 03:38 PM
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I forgot that you can also go to ebay, and type in "fresh water tanks" It will bring up RV water storage tanks (polyetheleen). I have a 30 gallon that I use to transport sea water home from LFS store. Works great and Cheap!
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Old 08/10/2005, 04:11 PM
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I found a great plase at www.usplastics.com , everything you need is here, and descent shipping.
Thanks!

I've been looking for a good tank for my Auto-topoff system. Finally found the size I was looking for there!
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Old 08/11/2005, 09:43 AM
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Look at the used equipment forum and search for 55 gallon containers. The guy is selling them for $25 a piece. They are great, I bought one. Ask him if he will ship.
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Old 08/11/2005, 02:49 PM
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Or you cold try a farm supply or tractor supply and get them for about 8 bucks a piece.
 


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