pbnj Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Why is it that people (not talking about ARC) obsess about shimming their tanks that are not level by 1/16 of an inch, put styrofoam under their tanks, use eggcrate to protect their bottom glass, but have no problem stomping around inside their new tanks taking pictures with their whole family? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisfowler99 Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 ROFL I've noticed the tendency for "mermaid" pictures recently...just seems odd. (unless she's hot) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesL Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Color me confused. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medi Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 lol.... dang...I knew there was a picture I forgot to take while I was setting up the new tank. Think my kids would be "reef compatible"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+mcallahan Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbnj Posted August 17, 2010 Author Share Posted August 17, 2010 For those of you who are confused about my rant, I just think it's weird that we take all of these precautions to protect our tanks, yet some people can feel comfortable jumping around in theirs taking pictures. Yes, they can take the weight, but why chance it? I can understand if you have to climb in to a 36" deep tank to do aquascaping, but watching people stepping inside their tanks is like running fingernails against the chalkboard to me. I want to scream, "Get out, you're gonna break it, fool!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesL Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Oh, people physically stepping into the tanks when empty. Gotcha now. Yeah, never crossed my mind to try that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisfowler99 Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 For future reference: good: bad: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbnj Posted August 17, 2010 Author Share Posted August 17, 2010 You're killing me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innate1 Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 2 Funny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caferacermike Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Well if your tank was as big as mine, you'd totally understand that I have to get in it to clean it or aquascape it. That's why I'll be risking it when I finally set it up. So consider that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+mcallahan Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Well if your tank was as big as mine, you'd totally understand that I have to get in it to clean it or aquascape it. That's why I'll be risking it when I finally set it up. So consider that. when are you going to set it up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbnj Posted August 17, 2010 Author Share Posted August 17, 2010 Well if your tank was as big as mine, you'd totally understand that I have to get in it to clean it or aquascape it. That's why I'll be risking it when I finally set it up. So consider that. Like I said, if one must do so out of necessity, so be it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishypets Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 What if you have a SCH 80 PVC bottom? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cyrus Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 For future reference: good: Can I swim too! LMAO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbnj Posted August 18, 2010 Author Share Posted August 18, 2010 What if you have a SCH 80 PVC bottom? OK, I'll make an exception. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timfish Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 You're just jealous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbnj Posted August 18, 2010 Author Share Posted August 18, 2010 I have no problem with someone going in once it's full of water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caferacermike Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 Question: Why is it acceptable for those that have a large tank to get in it to modify, clean, scape, etc when new and dry yet somehow totally offensive and worthy of your judgment should they choose to climb in (or sub a family member) the tank for a photo op if not doing some sort of maintenance? That sounds like big tank envy to me. That's the only reason I can come up with. I'm completely flummoxed by your hatred of those of us with the bragging rights. If you spent $5k on your tank and another $5-8k on eqpt, you just might want a picture of you or your family in the tank to show others that might not understand how large the tank is. I have thus far opted out of the "person in my tank" pics and have always told people to imagine a Coke machine on its side. I think I need batteries for my camera........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caferacermike Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 Now also consider the fact that the bottoms on tanks this large are generally 3/4"-1" thick and capable of supporting thousands of pounds on them. Yet you make an exception for sch80 PVC. You failed miserably on that one. PVC comes in just about every thickness you might want. A slab of 1/4" thick sch80 pvc couldn't hold near the weight of the glass and would crack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbnj Posted August 19, 2010 Author Share Posted August 19, 2010 Dude, relax....just a humerous, light-hearted observation coming from someone who is hyper-conservative (and very accident-prone). I have an 8' 240g empty tank sitting in my living room and I won't even let my wife vacuum in there. You can do cartwheels in your tank for all I care....go nuts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caferacermike Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 Dude, how bout you chillax? Ifn you couldn't read some of the sarcasm then we can't be friends. As they say, ask a silly question-get a silly answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caferacermike Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 Heck I'm even helping you sort your wiring in the DIY area. If I was serious, do you think I'd be helping you sort your Icecap woes? I can stop if you'd like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishypets Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 Mike you off your meds again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Hydro Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 wow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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