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[arcab4]

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[tony]

i hope this works.  

i just picked-up a 135 plexi from a plastic co that made it, but the retailer never purchased it.  i got a great deal!

but, it has a back corner closed off for filteration with a large hole cut out in the bottom of that corner box.  something not around when i was in the hobby many moons ago.  well, i will make use of that, but my question is what connections do i need make it a leak-proof set-up?

i want to go to the local hardware store to get the right components (probably pvc) to make this happen.  please, if you can, provide a link of what it should look like so i can get the right stuff.  thank you so much!!!  if no photo on the net, just a list of parts would be much appreciated...

tony

[Ovrclckd]

Thats a marine tank, setup for a reef. Thats called a corner overflow. You should set up a sump.

[tony]

i've seen these used for fresh also.  i will be using a sump-like filter, but i need to know how or what parts to use to connect to that hole in the bottom.  i know, from what i've seen, pvc is used.  but i can't see in the stores exactly how it mates up to that hole.  if anyone knows, please share.  thank you!

[clothahump]

The item you need is quite simply called a Tank connector,they are used on the overflow system of domestic cold water tanks,usually situated in your loft to feed the hot water supply.
They screw together,I find it is wise to run a small bead of silicone (aquarium) around the joint before tightening. 8)

[arcflame]

I got a 15 gallon tank for $5 with a hole in the bottom like that. I just bought some plexi and glued a piece over the hole (inside the tank) with silicone. It worked like a charm. Granted, there's a lot more pressure with a tank of your size, but if you got some of that heavy 1/4" stuff at Home Depot I bet it would work. Remember, the water pressure will push the patch down and there should be very little risk of a leak if it's sealed properly.