500 Gallon Plywood Aquarium Is Finished! But Was It Worth It?

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  • Опубликовано: 26 дек 2024

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  • @seansquill8773
    @seansquill8773 6 месяцев назад +13

    Looks great Troy 👌🏼👌🏼

  • @later_daze_4080
    @later_daze_4080 6 месяцев назад +13

    The "I"m in debt up to my eyeballs" had me cracking up. Tank is sick!

  • @SilentKiller-fx1qj
    @SilentKiller-fx1qj 5 месяцев назад +9

    King of DIY would approve

  • @georgewilliamssr5230
    @georgewilliamssr5230 6 месяцев назад +16

    Good job, live and learn. All part of the journey.

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +2

      Always!

    • @georgewilliamssr5230
      @georgewilliamssr5230 6 месяцев назад

      @@CichlidBros
      I might have to do a project for this guy. He’s getting huge! About 34 inches now
      ruclips.net/video/bD4mt6CDqgg/видео.htmlfeature=shared

  • @walfredjimenez6415
    @walfredjimenez6415 6 месяцев назад +15

    The end result is stunning! Great job, Troy and thank you for sharing this journey! cheers.

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @sandyloyst1811
    @sandyloyst1811 6 месяцев назад +10

    Hell Ya Troy! I'm super excited also. The blues look great in there with their fabulous scape. I can't wait to see the big boys in there myself. I hope you show some transfers also. I love how your finished out the doors and trim. Looks sleek. It fits the room which is perfect for filming but also there is lots of room left for family living and functions. What show pieces all the tanks are. Congratulations on completing this massive build and enjoy. Love and Peace.

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you, really appreciate it!

  • @theholyfetus3097
    @theholyfetus3097 6 месяцев назад +23

    That's an incred price for that size of a tank. I'm inspired, thank you!

  • @ohforgsake
    @ohforgsake 6 месяцев назад +11

    Excited with your progress! Watching from Philippines :)

  • @TetrisKing
    @TetrisKing 6 месяцев назад +9

    It looks so clean now with the framing.

  • @ZacEstes14
    @ZacEstes14 6 месяцев назад +13

    Looks good man

  • @aperm2698
    @aperm2698 6 месяцев назад +12

    this is appositely insanly nice looking good job exited for updates!

  • @razinfishes1918
    @razinfishes1918 6 месяцев назад +6

    Finally its DONE! Great job Troy its looking awesome

  • @adrienneconley7418
    @adrienneconley7418 6 месяцев назад +7

    love it! nice work!

  • @reggie2803
    @reggie2803 6 месяцев назад +6

    Finally finish. The tank looks fabulous. You can pay more than that for a custom tank and a much smaller tank. Great job.

  • @MikeFish316
    @MikeFish316 6 месяцев назад +14

    great looking tank!

  • @andrewbrew745
    @andrewbrew745 6 месяцев назад +9

    Amazing tank an so cheap. You should be really proud of the work you've done.
    Can not wait to see it with the sting Ray and the fish from your 180 gallon.
    Plus already looking forward to what you're going to do with the 180.

  • @RocsAquatic
    @RocsAquatic 6 месяцев назад +12

    Tank looks good

  • @brockg6194
    @brockg6194 5 месяцев назад +3

    Big congrats on completing this tank!

  • @Jake-ur2wf
    @Jake-ur2wf 6 месяцев назад +4

    What an accomplishment, super impressive. Rambo approved.

  • @newerafrican
    @newerafrican 5 месяцев назад +2

    Great to see you livin’ the dream! Keep us inspired and posted.

  • @Razgriz218
    @Razgriz218 6 месяцев назад +9

    Turned out great! Costs are not that bad either!

  • @markcox8956
    @markcox8956 6 месяцев назад +15

    Well done , it’s a absolute beauty can’t wait to see it finished with all the fish

  • @mel_boogie23
    @mel_boogie23 5 месяцев назад +3

    Awsome finished product! I can't wait to see it fully stocked!!

  • @robertsmith8795
    @robertsmith8795 6 месяцев назад +7

    Hell yeah! The finished product looks absolutely amazing and the skills and confidence you must have after that will be awesome and well deserved!

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you, I appreciate that!

  • @thatoldbalddiyguy2939
    @thatoldbalddiyguy2939 6 месяцев назад +36

    Your wife is jacked…💪🏼

    • @mel_boogie23
      @mel_boogie23 5 месяцев назад +5

      I was gonna say the same!! Lmao😅

    • @zackdamon6187
      @zackdamon6187 5 месяцев назад +2

      True

    • @mikejurnak0324
      @mikejurnak0324 5 месяцев назад +1

      She definitely don't miss gym day 😂

  • @ta420nk5
    @ta420nk5 6 месяцев назад +3

    ive wanted to do this for YEARS.. waaay back.. 2002 or so.. it was all over MFK.. its always been something ive wanted to do. congrats man, looks great

  • @Gary-yd4zm
    @Gary-yd4zm 6 месяцев назад +4

    This here my friend is exactly what you want your build to look like!!... I absolutely hate when I see them make it too big and it ends needing wood in the front for brace... An aquarium should be 100% visible glass/acrylic, clean with NO OBSTRUCTIONS.... Perfect.. great job ❤

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you, appreciate that!

  • @jamrock6180
    @jamrock6180 6 месяцев назад +9

    Great work. You can use foam pads for sound damping. I did that with my 240 gal tank and things got quite.

  • @noelmangion6316
    @noelmangion6316 6 месяцев назад +5

    The 500 gallon tank is looking pretty good thanks for the update video can’t wait till the next video with the fish in it and the stingray 👍

  • @opiate2L
    @opiate2L Месяц назад +1

    Thanks for being honest about true prices. Many youtubers quote prices that they seem to remember from 10 years ago.

  • @RogueAquariums
    @RogueAquariums 6 месяцев назад +5

    The tank & sump look great. You took your time on this project and it shows. Hope this system lasts you for years to come.

  • @PriceTagAquariums
    @PriceTagAquariums 6 месяцев назад +7

    Very well done, Troy. I'm sure this is such a huge accomplishment to get this all done. Everything looks great! I've been following this video series since the beginning!

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks man! Really appreciate the support

  • @shaymcquaid
    @shaymcquaid 5 месяцев назад +1

    You have reignited my passion. "Thanks"...

  • @devachapman6315
    @devachapman6315 5 месяцев назад +3

    wow your wife back is ripped! oh nice job on the tank too. thanks for the price break down!

  • @MichaelOMalley-ug9tr
    @MichaelOMalley-ug9tr 5 месяцев назад +1

    Since you have a mitre saw already, stick a little quarter round trim in the front of the tank, it'll hide that silicon line! Tank looks awesome!

  • @donhabel1590
    @donhabel1590 6 месяцев назад +6

    Congrats on a job well done couldn't wait for this one looking forward to seeing the stingray 🎉👍👍

  • @markfranklin8831
    @markfranklin8831 6 месяцев назад +2

    Its a amazing tank. Thanks for sharing

  • @cichlids253
    @cichlids253 5 месяцев назад +3

    So cool definitely wanting a tank this big one day

  • @3guavamidnit
    @3guavamidnit 5 месяцев назад +1

    Congratulations bro...way to go...cant wait to see all the fishes in...

  • @davidallen2682
    @davidallen2682 2 месяца назад +1

    The world would be a much cheaper and better place if more people built their own projects.

  • @dhrabarchuk
    @dhrabarchuk 4 месяца назад +1

    Awesome job. Looks like an amazing addition to your beautiful setup!

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  4 месяца назад

      Thank you, I appreciate that!

  • @rudy6222
    @rudy6222 6 месяцев назад +9

    Nice

  • @cmammen
    @cmammen 6 месяцев назад +10

    Yes 🎉😂😊
    So big and you’re not a pro you’re just a regular guy like us!

  • @ErronJenkins
    @ErronJenkins 6 месяцев назад +2

    Beautiful plywood aquarium I just subscribed worth the wait

  • @brianp6180
    @brianp6180 6 месяцев назад +2

    Awesome! Really looks great.

  • @melwingun
    @melwingun 5 месяцев назад +2

    So happy for you!!! Congrats

  • @jackstarsky3268
    @jackstarsky3268 6 месяцев назад +1

    Epic build. the only things I would fix is how the lights form three triangular rays with dark spots in between

  • @yashbhoir2087
    @yashbhoir2087 6 месяцев назад +6

    Kudos for doing such hard projects to encourage the h9bby. ❤ .
    Nothing can beat the sicce syncra💪

  • @Aquanorth.fishkeeping
    @Aquanorth.fishkeeping 6 месяцев назад +9

    Great video and awesome tank! One grand cheaper than a new 180 is crazy tho, might have to try building something myself in the future 😅

  • @kc2540
    @kc2540 6 месяцев назад +2

    Congrats... Looks Great.. About to start mine but I am worried about one thing... My own patience! Good job excited to see the fish going in. Kc

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  5 месяцев назад +1

      Awesome. Best of luck!

  • @j.t.cooper2963
    @j.t.cooper2963 6 месяцев назад +5

    👍🏻😎Incredible tank!

  • @sweetchinmusichbk435
    @sweetchinmusichbk435 6 месяцев назад +8

    Let’s go!

  • @Tan-lc7ti
    @Tan-lc7ti 6 месяцев назад +4

    Super cool… go cubs😫!

  • @garyjackson4054
    @garyjackson4054 5 месяцев назад

    Have completed a similar project - 1,700 litres. self build filter and lights, overflow with drip water feed. A lot of work but satisfying. next job is to build a stud wall around so it is in it's own room with viewing window.
    Discus and other amazon fish very happy.

  • @Maggie19701
    @Maggie19701 5 месяцев назад +4

    Your wife is a Saint,IN OUR HOME MY HUSBAND IS,P.HES LOVE MY HOBBY BUT AT A DISTANCE.HE LOOKS AT THE FISH.I HAVE BEEN DOING THIS FOR 45 years. give up the hobby as we retired and traveled and as soon as we were homebound permanently prior to the pandemic, I started up again promising not to go more than 135 in any room .WE NOW HAVE 6 tanks that WE ENJOY.ALONG WITH OUR 1/2 average pond of 60 koi.❤THEY ARE 3 years old and some are 18 inch’s starting at 3 inch .cost to feed about 200 a year as MICHIGAN WE NEVER FEED IN COLD MONTHS. Obviously the pond is not crystal clear but they come to the deck when the food comes out like a puppy. remember as we grow older and you’re just a young man our priorities can change..for now GOD NEVER Promises us a tomorrow so enjoy what makes you happy.even a 10gal can be so much joy

  • @kevinkaiser6051
    @kevinkaiser6051 4 месяца назад +1

    Awesome project thanks for sharing

  • @FishKingdom-sd6qc
    @FishKingdom-sd6qc 6 месяцев назад +6

    Love your videos bro❤ keep going with your channel

  • @yogeshrane9136
    @yogeshrane9136 6 месяцев назад +2

    Looking amazing, waiting to see how lights come out. I think u many need to add more. Let's c how it goes..but so far amazing 😍

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад

      Thanks! I actually only have the lights on at about 5% so should be all good

  • @nathanbox1219
    @nathanbox1219 6 месяцев назад +2

    Show us awesome dude salute to you and your brothers gave me a lot of ideas to play with. 💪🏿💯

  • @mancfox
    @mancfox 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thats awesome!
    I like to tell visitors ive made the stands myself when they ask but to say youve built the tabk az well too is amazing!

  • @AzarusDave
    @AzarusDave 6 месяцев назад +2

    You can use foam in your stand to reduce noise and you can get pipe insulation for your drain lines both will greatly reduce noise for low cost.

  • @nathanbox1219
    @nathanbox1219 6 месяцев назад +3

    That’s awesome bro can’t wait to see it stocked 💯💯💪🏿

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +1

      You and me both! Thanks for watching!

  • @Maggie19701
    @Maggie19701 5 месяцев назад

    When you nailed it in omg I WAS SHOCKED LOL

  • @dwsdarius
    @dwsdarius 6 месяцев назад +3

    Awesome job 🤙

  • @HATTO2750
    @HATTO2750 6 месяцев назад +1

    Looks great but the front right silicone is abit rough maybe trim off excess if possible

  • @kashifkashu7899
    @kashifkashu7899 6 месяцев назад +2

    After months of patience and your Hardwork the end result is fantastic bro..I must say you and your wife must hit the gym regularly since both of you are in good shape .
    Can't wait for the next update regarding the transfer of fishes❤🎉😊😊😊

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks as always for following along and for the support ✊🏻✊🏻

    • @kashifkashu7899
      @kashifkashu7899 6 месяцев назад

      @@CichlidBros ur welcome

  • @MadMatt-bs3xv
    @MadMatt-bs3xv 6 месяцев назад +3

    “I’m in debt up to my eyeballs” 🤣🤣🤣 Bro I remember that commercial from like 20 years ago!!! How did you remember that??? And what was that commercial about??? Excellent find!!!

  • @New_Bern_Aquatics
    @New_Bern_Aquatics 6 месяцев назад +2

    Awesome tank man!! Looks super good!!! 👍 😊

  • @condesdelicafe5982
    @condesdelicafe5982 6 месяцев назад +2

    Fantastic job....

  • @Towfish
    @Towfish 5 месяцев назад +1

    It came out really nice 👍🏼

  • @Jerry-lj3cf
    @Jerry-lj3cf 6 месяцев назад +1

    Hey, I am so happy to see you are done with the big tank 💪. Great job. 😊

  • @leonardlipscomb2163
    @leonardlipscomb2163 5 месяцев назад +1

    I love it . Good job by you .

  • @Christen-ed2qj
    @Christen-ed2qj 6 месяцев назад +6

    Your wife is support you.... awesome

  • @shindama
    @shindama 6 месяцев назад +1

    This would be a great discus tank

  • @Peter-op7ng
    @Peter-op7ng 6 месяцев назад +11

    Stingray is gonna be sweet in there.

  • @oscardean6351
    @oscardean6351 6 месяцев назад +1

    Awesome job, must definitely trim the excess sealant. And an extra wave maker will give you the water agitation to create ripple effect for your lighting 👍☹️

  • @cichlidexperience2256
    @cichlidexperience2256 6 месяцев назад +3

    Here it is!!!!

  • @Josh_Rickard
    @Josh_Rickard 6 месяцев назад

    Beautiful! Get some more surface agitation to add some shimmer to the tank!

  • @lots33ml
    @lots33ml 4 месяца назад +1

    Awesome brother!

  • @wbowman1556
    @wbowman1556 2 месяца назад

    Need gate valves on your overflow to create a siphon. Then it will be silent. You have to eliminate the water sound!!
    Very cool tank!!
    Did you consider using Low-E (Starfire) glass? The clarity difference between regular glass and Low E is significant.

  • @dinodinosaur2930
    @dinodinosaur2930 5 месяцев назад +2

    🤔 You could stick foam on the inside of the sump doors to deaden the sounds

  • @newerafrican
    @newerafrican 5 месяцев назад

    I have built a couple of stands and re-sealed an older leaking aquarium and it’s a lot of fun! Nothing like this, though!

  • @mychoicevideo1204
    @mychoicevideo1204 5 месяцев назад +3

    Good 👍

  • @MikeMoskos
    @MikeMoskos 5 месяцев назад +1

    This is so cool!

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  5 месяцев назад

      @@MikeMoskos thanks Mike! 👊🏻👊🏻

  • @Trivedi_Tuesdays
    @Trivedi_Tuesdays 6 месяцев назад +1

    Congrats on banner 18 🎉

  • @Jc-xx8cg
    @Jc-xx8cg 6 месяцев назад +2

    Nice bro..👍

  • @Viperbot
    @Viperbot 4 месяца назад +1

    Good stuff man 👍

  • @elvinsworld11
    @elvinsworld11 6 месяцев назад +2

    Lovely

  • @MrPatagonianFox
    @MrPatagonianFox 6 месяцев назад +1

    The aquarium looks great. The trim really does make a big difference. The tank is so deep I don’t think you’d even notice the bubbles if you have to go the air stone route. I feel a little bad for the juvenile Acara though. I have a feeling they’re going to get downgraded to a smaller tank soon.

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks! Plan is to keep the little guys in there with the new ones. They’re likely big enough to be okay

  • @TwistedJBB
    @TwistedJBB 4 месяца назад

    Considering the cost difference the amount you saved is well worth it. Not to mention all the knowledge you gained from building it. My thing is, if you have to move, how are you going to get it out?

  • @SlimTim_dirty_aquatics
    @SlimTim_dirty_aquatics 6 месяцев назад +4

    Fired Up Response to my comment on needing an update, I thought I was lucky enough for reply. I’ve enjoyed watching this build and can’t wait to see the future inhabitants.

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for following along! 👊🏻👊🏻

  • @chrissimone4916
    @chrissimone4916 5 месяцев назад +1

    Very nice.

  • @adriandiy673
    @adriandiy673 5 месяцев назад +2

    🎉Great 👍

  • @rpliegos
    @rpliegos 6 месяцев назад

    Wow it looks awesome! Congratulations that was a lot of work! Can´t wait to see your cichlids swimming in that huge aquarium, they are going to be very happy! As for the stingray, I´m not sure the sharp rocks are a good idea for them, they might scrape on them

  • @lboogie738aquatics
    @lboogie738aquatics 6 месяцев назад +1

    Awesome video. What are you going to do about lids on the tank?

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад +1

      Will be making some DIY lids this week before fish move over

  • @ethan11evans
    @ethan11evans 5 месяцев назад +1

    this is awesome! just curious, could you have put glass on the sides or would have been too difficult?

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks! You definitely can. I would consider it if I ever built another

  • @marcelbesters538
    @marcelbesters538 6 месяцев назад

    Cant you place a 2 way wavemaker on the back support beam? Maybe its a bit high but it would look better than an airstone

  • @sfephenmarkham1917
    @sfephenmarkham1917 6 месяцев назад +1

    Sooo Awesome!!! wow way to keep going on such a huge project. It looks great!! and your super chick is ripped lol I loved watching your journey. It's totally a dream tank man!! I have a 150 that I want to take with me to my new apt. but I'm not sure if the floor can handle the weight...I'm hoping i can get under the floor and reinforce the floor. crossing my fingers. thanks again it was a great journey. thanks for sharing.

    • @CichlidBros
      @CichlidBros  6 месяцев назад

      Thanks for following along! Really appreciate it!

  • @joelkipling2587
    @joelkipling2587 6 месяцев назад

    Very impressive , well done . Great job. Can i ask a question , what are the dimensions ? .

  • @timadams306
    @timadams306 3 месяца назад

    That water was actually fairly clear without washing the sunset gold. My 3 bags in a 55 needed to be yanked and wash again. Finally cleared up.