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Topic: tank
Posted By: BDerron
Subject: tank
Date Posted: March 15 2010 at 10:00pm
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Off the wall question. has anyone done business or know of someone that has done business with http://www.glasscages.com - http://www.glasscages.com i am thinking of contracting them to build a tank down the road and wouldnt mind some feedback. or even better yet suggestions on tank builders that might be comparable in price but not in tennesse  |
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Posted By: CapnMorgan
Date Posted: March 15 2010 at 10:07pm
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What size tank are you looking to have built? Eric at Marine Aquatics does a great job, he's in Midvale. ------------- Steve http://utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=40637&PID=356246" rel="nofollow - My Old 180G Mixed Reef Currently: 120G Wavefront Mixed 29G Seahorse & Softies Running ReefAngel Plus x2 435-8 |
Posted By: BDerron
Date Posted: March 15 2010 at 10:10pm
| not really sure yet somewere between 200 and 400 i think. as i said it is a little ways down the road but i want to start planning it out and saving for it :) |
Posted By: tcfab
Date Posted: March 15 2010 at 11:19pm
| I have heard horror stories with glass cages, I personally would not buy anything from them. You can search around on Reef Central and read what experiences people have had with them. Go with Eric at Marine Aquatics, Leemar, Miracles, AGE to name a few. |
Posted By: BDerron
Date Posted: March 15 2010 at 11:25pm
| I like age's work but wasn't sure were to find a dealer for them. Ill have to have a chat with eric and get an idea from him :) thanks for the info |
Posted By: Dion Richins
Date Posted: March 15 2010 at 11:30pm
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Ryan At Aquatic Dreams build them as well. Your welcome to come see my custom 200g that he built. ------------- http://www.customaquariumfurniture.com" rel="nofollow - Bad "censored" Cabinets Best quality in the valley! He is one sexy bald guy, even with out a finger!(MAC) |
Posted By: xlr8r
Date Posted: March 16 2010 at 1:29pm
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I have also heard not-so-good things about Glasscages. One thing for sure is that they will not ship a glass tank due to the damage easily factor. Acrylic is a different story. If you are looking for a custom thing, see advice above!
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Posted By: Ryan Thompson
Date Posted: March 16 2010 at 1:51pm
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Glass Cages ships their tanks. How else would people all over the country get them??? I heard the only real big issue with Glass Cages is there silicone job is performed by monkeys instead of humans. LOL it really is that bad of a job. Go with Eric or Ryan here local. No shipping and good workmanship.
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Posted By: Corey Price
Date Posted: March 16 2010 at 1:57pm
| <---Agrees with all the above, and has a 225 Lee-Mar for a great price right now if you want a deal... |
Posted By: xlr8r
Date Posted: March 16 2010 at 3:43pm
I once spoke with glass cages and was told they won't ship one to my house. Maybe that person was misinformed? at any rate I do agree with the bad silicone job!
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Ryan Thompson wrote:Posted By: Ryan Thompson
Date Posted: March 16 2010 at 3:59pm
| They don't ship to your house. You have to go pick them up at certain locations from what I know. I think the closest to us is in Arizona. |
Posted By: BDerron
Date Posted: March 16 2010 at 5:28pm
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wow im glad i asked lol
Corey i wish i had the money at the moment. just out of curiosity what are you asking for your tank?? |
Posted By: Corey Price
Date Posted: March 16 2010 at 6:14pm
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I'm asking $1000 on KSL and this board, but I would be willing to take significantly less if someone had cash right now. I might be getting desperate soon.
I'm not trying to hijack the thread. My personal advice is similar to what everyone has said- stay local if you can. Ryan at Aquatic Dreams would be a great help if you'd like to stay local. |