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Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by kimbo, Jan 22, 2013.

  1. Jan 22, 2013 #1
    kimbo

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    I am wanting to build a hood for my marineland 27gal cube. I got my new rapid led kit all put together and built a nice mount to hang them from. took a couple days to build. and my fiancé and daughter are complaining about how bright they are. which I understand it does light the whole room up at about 40-60 %, so a hood seems to be my only option. I am having trouble finding plans for it, I know a lot of guys build there own and am wondering if someone can point me in the right direction. Thank You
     
  2. Jan 22, 2013 #2
    Ray

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    For a hood of that size some simple molding and plywood at Menard's would work and look really nice. Depending on your stand (painted/stained) would dictate on what type of wood you would want to use. Going this route would limit the amount of tools you would need and still give you a nice looking hood. JMO
     
  3. Jan 22, 2013 #3
    blackx-runner Cedar Rapids, IA

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    Are you just wanting some plans to do it yourself, or are you wanting someone to build it for you.
    Try getting a hold of KPotter2. He makes stands and hoods. I am sure he can help you out.
     
  4. Jan 22, 2013 #4
    Fence13 Des Moines

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    Keep us posted on what you find out. I have the same tank and a new/better top would be a good concept.
     
  5. Jan 22, 2013 #5
    kimbo

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    I don't have any of the tools i would need besides a tape measure and drill. But my buddy has a table saw so thats not a issue. But if someone has experience building them i would rather go that route.. i can get the supplies needed and throw some cash in for helping me out
     
  6. Jan 22, 2013 #6
    Ray

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    What does your stand look like? Is it painted or stained?
     
  7. Jan 22, 2013 #7
    kimbo

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    Its painted black. If you google marineland 27gallon cube its the stand that comes with it. I would like for the hood to kind of match the woodwork of the stand
     
  8. Jan 22, 2013 #8
    Travis G

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    i strongly suggest getting a hold of kyle. (Kpotter2) his skills are insane
     
  9. Jan 22, 2013 #9
    Kpotter2 North liberty, IA

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    Ha Ha...Thanks guys for the plug! Kim if you need some someone to build it for you let me know. I don't really make plans, because I just build off the top of my mind. I would use 1x2 or 1x3 and build a box that would sit on top of your tank. Then once you have that built you can then skin it with some some thin plywood you can then laminate it to look just like your stand. Then route out the front for a door depending how tall you want the canopy! You can also make it like a picture frame style. Build a picture frame,but then rabbet a grove for a piece of plywood to slide into the space and then build your box that way. I have all kinds a of ways to skin this cat. lol


    Let me know what way you want to go. DIY or custom build!


    Good luck! feel free to ask me any questions you may have..PM me and I will shoot you my Cell#


    Kyle
     

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