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Hmmm...what could I do with this?

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by dead fish, Oct 22, 2012.

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  1. Oct 22, 2012 #1
    dead fish Iowa City

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    So I sold a guy a guitar last week. I mentioned I was into fish tanks. I showed him another guitar (not a great guitar) and he didn't pull the trigger on it. Now he wants to trade me for this stuff. From the pic I'm not really sure it'd be wirth the time/effort to do the trade. The guitar has been in storage for quite some time, so this could be fun.

    What think you, Internet friends?

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  2. Oct 22, 2012 #2
    bladerunner des moines

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    How much is the guitar worth?
     
  3. Oct 22, 2012 #3
    dead fish Iowa City

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    $75-$100. Needs some repair.
     
  4. Oct 22, 2012 #4
    bladerunner des moines

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    Then it's pretty much a straight trade
     
  5. Oct 22, 2012 #5
    Tickyty

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    +1 on the trade. Probably easier to get your money out of the tank set up than a broken guitar.
     
  6. Oct 22, 2012 #6
    blackx-runner Cedar Rapids, IA

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    If you want the tank as a project then go for it, otherwise I would just go for the cash to be used for something in your main tank.
     
  7. Oct 22, 2012 #7
    dead fish Iowa City

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    Well, I don't really need a project right now, but then again, I'm not using the guitar nor am I going to repair it. Like I said...hmmm.
     
  8. Oct 22, 2012 #8
    cowdust9

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    it could be a really cool qt tank /DesktopModules/ActiveForums/themes/_default//emoticons/smile.gif or a clown tank with a big anemone in the middle with 3 par 38 led lights
     
  9. Oct 22, 2012 #9
    phishcrazee Riverside

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    Meh, I'd pass.....the tank looks pretty old. I bet the silicone might need to be re-done. All the equipment is old FW stuff, the only thing I see worth anything is the tank. The stand is ugly imo, and I'm not a fan of the "wood" trim around the tank, but that's a personal preference. Is the glass chipped in some places at the seams? Unless you have some spare time and the wood accenting appeals to you, I'd keep your guitar.
     
  10. Oct 22, 2012 #10
    Waverz

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    Couldn't have said it better. What kind of guitar do you have and whats wrong with it?


     
  11. Oct 22, 2012 #11
    Lee

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    would make a cool freshwater planted tank... I agree the stand is ugly...and it looks like everything is from the 80's.
     
  12. Oct 22, 2012 #12
    nick

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    Looks like a 10 hex as the under gravel only has on lift tube. The stand is press particle board so want to check that out. Looks like a old aqua clear over the back which will be hard to find parts for as well as no light. Old hexs are known for needing resealed. Your call but if I were to buy it from him I would say max of $20. I could sell you a brand new hex with same stand light and hood for like $61 I think.
     
  13. Oct 22, 2012 #13
    AchillesTang23 Cedar Rapids

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    Yeah deff. looks like the silicone needs to be redone, but hey if you have no use for the guitar i'm sure you could eventually find a use for this tank.
     
  14. Oct 23, 2012 #14
    dead fish Iowa City

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    I certainly wouldn't pu the tank in my house lkooking like it does now. There would be some serious customizing done. I like the idea of a clown tank. As for the guitar, it's one of the many I have aroud and it has been in storage for a while. I won't miss it at all. It's be nice to clear it out and have a new tank to fool with. I wouldn't use any of the equipment as I have my own stuff that I could use.

    At any rate, I'm still on the fence.
     
  15. Oct 23, 2012 #15
    PotRoast

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    Just use it as a QT tank. You obviously need one.
     
  16. Oct 23, 2012 #16
    dead fish Iowa City

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    "Obviously" is putting it a little strong, since obviously not everyone uses a QT tank.
     
  17. Oct 23, 2012 #17
    PotRoast

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    OK fine I guess if you want me to sugar coat it.


    My suggestion for you my friend would be to use it as a QT tank! It is your call in the end, but many people utilize a QT tank to acclimate their fish and corals.
     
  18. Oct 23, 2012 #18
    bladerunner des moines

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    I like the clown tank idea better
     
  19. Oct 23, 2012 #19
    erayk1 Coralville, IA

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    What's the "Wife Factor" on this one??? Think of that first lol
     
  20. Oct 23, 2012 #20
    Pete H.

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    +1 Wife Factor ... LOL
     
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