How Much Would You Pay For A 90 Gal Tank?

[snowflake311]

I found a 90 gal tank 48" 18" 24". No hood, basic Home made stand, With 10 gal hospital tank. For $100. It was used for turtles for a few years. Holds water.

Deal or no deal?

One other question why don't I ever see white aquarium stands? They are always black or wood.

 

[lyotim88]

i'd say it's a pretty decent deal as long as the stand is good. My friend just bought a 90 with the metal stand and glass canopies for $75, but that was a really good find. You can just paint your stand white if you really want to but it will probably just get dirty.

 

[Mikaila31]

Seems like a deal, its usually $1 a gallon here. However when setting up such a large tank, I would be curious how old it is, does it have a brace on top, and the condition of the seals.

 

[snowflake311]

here is the link.
http/reno.craigslist.org/hsh/1089704498.html

What do you think of the stand? I think I might need to be reenforce it and put up some sides to hide my filter and crap.
The guy said it was filled 2/3 With lots of sand and it worked well. I'm going to check it out today.

 

[lyotim88]

instead of paying an extra 25 for the stand i would just buy my own metal stand for like $75

 

[snowflake311]

instead of paying an extra 25 for the stand i would just buy my own metal stand for like $75

I talked to the guy he will throw it in the deal no extra charge. Really a metal stand? Do they make them for large tanks?

 

[snowflake311]

I got the tank. The stand is very sturdy and the guy took $80 for it. So yippy now I have to sell the 55Gal because my husband thinks one 36 gal tank and a 90 gal tank is more then enough.

 

[NaughtyT]

Hi there,i'm glad you are happy with your new tank Why don't you use fablon to cover the stand,you can get fablon in most large diy stores in a huge range of colours and effects,infact i would search ebay, and although it would maybe be a wee bit more than painting the stand,it will be much more durable and will look fantastic.

 

[lyotim88]

instead of paying an extra 25 for the stand i would just buy my own metal stand for like $75

I talked to the guy he will throw it in the deal no extra charge. Really a metal stand? Do they make them for large tanks?

yes they do make metal stands for tanks that large but it seems you got a great deal as it is, so nvm.

 

[snowflake311]

mmm well the stand is fine but I took a close look and the silicone has been pretty beat up by the turtles in spots. But it still holds water no leaks. Should I worry? Should I reseal it? or if it holds water its ok. Or could I just put some silicone over the areas that are damaged?

 

[Amunet]

I have no idea if you can just put some new sealant over the damaged areas.... dunno why not? *shrugs*
Great deal though! Never see any deals like that around here.

 

[DiscusKeeper403]

mmm well the stand is fine but I took a close look and the silicone has been pretty beat up by the turtles in spots. But it still holds water no leaks. Should I worry? Should I reseal it? or if it holds water its ok. Or could I just put some silicone over the areas that are damaged?

I would reseal it personally. Can't risk it with so much water...

 

[snowflake311]

mmm well the stand is fine but I took a close look and the silicone has been pretty beat up by the turtles in spots. But it still holds water no leaks. Should I worry? Should I reseal it? or if it holds water its ok. Or could I just put some silicone over the areas that are damaged?

I would reseal it personally. Can't risk it with so much water...

Yeah that's what I was thinking. I mean it still holds water but there are areas that are pretty chewed up. Will that affect the tank in the long run?