First time stand build

[Cadiz.Jonathan]

Ok so I have decided to build a stand for my 24 aquapod never done this and need some advice the only tool I have is a power drill.. Lol so I figured I can get the store and they would cut it.. I'm not trying to go over board with this project but any advice would be great


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[smoq]

Check my stand's build journal, hope that help you with basics. http://www.plantedtank.net/forums/diy/86299-75g-fish-tank-stand-my-first.html#post832683

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

You have to make sure that the store cuts the wood right. They sometimes aren't 100% perfect.

 

[125reefer]

i wouldnt do that.they charge you after 2 cuts .just go get yourself a power saw for like 40 or fifty bucks.

 

[JavyJaverson]

i would go to a lumber yard for the wood. I went to hd to get 2x4's and they really butchered the cuts. I had to leave it there as they were all off by 1/8", some longer some shorter than what i asked for.

 

[roc5288]

If you know someone that you can borrow a table saw it will be a plus.

 

[Cadiz.Jonathan]

Yea kinda pissed I put together the frame and it's uneven ahh sucks hope I could fix it with out trying to take it apart.. I would invest in tools if I had sum room but I don't.. Well any advice on fixing this without trying to pry it apart?


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[125reefer]

get a power saw its fairly small and can be put in a closet

 

[bueller]

how uneven is it?? 1/8 or 3/4 of a inch

 

[BobNY]

It's going to be difficult to fix without taking apart, and not having a power saw.
Do you have a picture of what you have built so far? Seeing the design may help in coming up with solutions. Ultimately you need to get all like pieces exactly the same length.