New Stingray build 3.4 X 1m X 85

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    Time for another big tamk for the kids

    Mr James has been summoned again!

    Tank will be 3.2m X 1m X 85cm
    Base is triple base 36cm with floating base
    Bracing all round bottom and vertical and euro bracing right around
    Sump will be 2m X 60cm X 60cm

    Stand in place for James to start
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    As @f-fish said the last time. The show is about to begin. Is there silicone on the stand already?
     
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    Looking forward to this...
     
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    congrats
     
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    Fantastic!
    Good luck with the project. :thumbup:
     
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    I am speechless......this is truly amazing .
     
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    Omg ....I'm so jealous. I can't wait to build a tank this size.

    Cant wait to see the progress and I want lots of pics.. This AMA zing.
     
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    That sump is bigger than my tank .
     
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    WOW :) all I can say :)
     
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    Congratulations!
    Do you need the hight for the rays though?
     
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    James is THE BEST guy ever !!!
     
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    Haha thanks
    Umm silicone on stand?
     
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    Yes the height helps with the adult rays not only when they play up and down the glass but also in breeding the extra swimming space helps the Male in getting the job done especially with large stubborn females
     
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