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Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by Travis G, Sep 11, 2013.

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  1. Sep 11, 2013 #1
    Travis G

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    So ill be starting my stand soon! Question, will one 2x4 in each corner upright be enough to hold a 75 cube? Ill be building 2 rectangle sections. One on top and one on the floor with 2x4s connecting the 2. Dimensions are 30x25 36" tall. Ill be building a skirt to go around. Or at least a front removable front piece. Secondly, my basement is very unlevel.... my 120 had twistable levelers. Drill pilot holes insert thread pieces and twist in levelers. Hopefully i can find them at menards. Thanks for all the help!
     
  2. Sep 12, 2013 #2
    ThyRaven

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    Trying to find you the guide. Ill post a link soonest lol
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  3. Sep 12, 2013 #3
    nrenn Waverly, Iowa

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    Depending on construction method, yes that could be strong enough. I'm designing mine right now, and rather than building a frame and covering with a skirt, it is structural and furniture grade all in one. I would suggest a variation of frame and panel construction. It is quite strong and can be anywhere from functional to furniture quality. Its easy to build. And prevents racking without having to add ugly looking diagonal braces


    https://www.google.com/search?q=fra...&dpr=1
     
  4. Sep 12, 2013 #4
    Travis G

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    Unfortunately j dont have the resources to make such beautiful panels
     
  5. Sep 12, 2013 #5
    nrenn Waverly, Iowa

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    Oh they don't have to be beautiful at all. You can do the same thing with 2x4s and 1/2 plywood. All you need is a tablesaw and radial arm or miter saw. Maybe a biscuit joiner if you want really solid joints, but not required
     
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    Bud West Des Moines, IA

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    Go to RC and find DIY Stands Template and Calculator
     
  7. Sep 12, 2013 #7
    ThyRaven

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    http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1567110
    Is what Bud and I were talking about. Same thread I am using to build my new one.
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  8. Sep 12, 2013 #8
    Travis G

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    Thats the template im using. I just wasnt sure if I needed 2 in each corner or if one was enough
     
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    Bud West Des Moines, IA

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    So which member is your question on, the green ones (in post #3 of the RC thread) or the pink ones
     
  10. Sep 12, 2013 #10
    ThyRaven

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    If you got the supplies I'll help build yours if you help me build mine lol
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  11. Sep 12, 2013 #11
    Travis G

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    Pink ones
     
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    Travis G

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    Im gonna try and get mine done tomorrow night.im throwin a diaper party for my buddy. Sunday I gotta get the camper ready for my bday weekend
     
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  13. Sep 12, 2013 #13
    Adam Durant, Iowa

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    Here's a couple pictures of a stand I just built for my 135.









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  14. Sep 12, 2013 #14
    Travis G

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    Im goin to do inner braces and put legs between the 2 halves and angle the screws into the top and bottom and to the inside legs. Whats another $5 in 2x4s?
     
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    Kpotter2 North liberty, IA

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    I would do it like this =

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    Kpotter2 North liberty, IA

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    Great looking build by the way!



     
  17. Sep 12, 2013 #17
    Travis G

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    Like how? Lol
     
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    Travis G

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    Like how? Lol
     
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    Travis G

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    Got it
     
  20. Sep 13, 2013 #20
    mikesams05p71

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    That looks almost identical to the stand I just built for my 120. Hoping the pics I sent ya help. Simple and sturdy. Paint it black and no one will even notice it lol
     
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