smhan1
09-18-2023, 12:17 PM
New 120 gallon (48x24) ready to be set up. Had a friend build me the stand custom to dimensions provided
Before filling up new tank with water to even leak test, I noticed last night that the empty tank is slightly off level on one corner of the stand. It is able to be wobbled slightly (partially because it’s empty). Photo attached is of the corner where the stand is not touching the tank (while empty)
I’ve been told a variety of advice online and wanted to ask here for thoughts on how to fix.
Some have said to put a shim on the one corner, others have said leveling mats or applying thin layer of silicone on the one corner, while the friend who built the stand ( I trust him and his experience) said the tank will be level once filled with water.
He told me with dimensional lumber they don’t always sit perfect. When you add water and weight it’ll settle down into being level.
Wondering what the forums’ thoughts are on this and how I should proceed
Thank you
Before filling up new tank with water to even leak test, I noticed last night that the empty tank is slightly off level on one corner of the stand. It is able to be wobbled slightly (partially because it’s empty). Photo attached is of the corner where the stand is not touching the tank (while empty)
I’ve been told a variety of advice online and wanted to ask here for thoughts on how to fix.
Some have said to put a shim on the one corner, others have said leveling mats or applying thin layer of silicone on the one corner, while the friend who built the stand ( I trust him and his experience) said the tank will be level once filled with water.
He told me with dimensional lumber they don’t always sit perfect. When you add water and weight it’ll settle down into being level.
Wondering what the forums’ thoughts are on this and how I should proceed
Thank you