Best way to level a 55g tank
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WickedEdges
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Best way to level a 55g tank
Hey all I have a new 55g that I am trying to level with a carpenter's level. It's showing that it's back heavy or my floor just leans that way. What should I use underneath the stand to level it more? I feel like wood might split or be too weak but I just don't know. What have you guys used in the past?
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Re: Best way to level a 55g tank
Wood isn't weak in this application - breaking wood by crushing it with pressure is nearly impossible.
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Re: Best way to level a 55g tank
Do you recommend plywood? Only the back part isn't level with the floor. How do you suggest adjusting just the back? What about using shims? Does anyone have experience with that?
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Re: Best way to level a 55g tank
I have used metal shims, but also pieces of Formica from a cabinet-maker friend (out-of-date samples - they are dense and quite compression-resistant). it all depends on how much physical adjustment is needed and you can get a decent idea of that by shimming the level on the top of the tank on the stand. That will not be perfect, but close.
A good level is essential IME.
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A good level is essential IME.
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Re: Best way to level a 55g tank
I use books I don't read anymore lol
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Re: Best way to level a 55g tank
I use wood shims. Drive them in carefully and check the level ever do often. When you are level you can snap off the remainder of the shim sticking out.
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