Shifting a 4ft tank

[Speedwagon]

Hi All Reefers,

I need advise from all expert, I have an intention to shift my 4ft FOWLR tank (abt 400L) position for about 5 meters away but need a 90 degree turn. Any advise what will be the best and most easy method to do that?

Do I really need to remove everything in the tank or sump in order to move it?

My cabinet was made from N30.

Appricate all advise given.

Thanks.

[sherman]

At least 75 % of the water need to be out.

Best to remove all equipments and LS.

And if your floor is marble or tiles of smooth surface you should be able to

shift your tank around.

[liquidnoise]

i will say drain away all water, put the live stock in a tank or pail. remove all sump etc. depends hoow old is the cabinet. till just a little so that u can place a cloth below. but its going to need a few man to do it. make sure all the edges has cloth. the slide or shift slowly.

My main concern is that the cabinet if its old. en may not take the stress. check n check the joints.

[Speedwagon]

Many thanks for the advice.

It seems quite troublesome to shift it and also having some risk in loosing some LS. Not sure whether I should do it actually.

My original idea is to take out 50% water, remove most of the LR, leave all fishes in and slowly push the tank. My floor is marble and I believe if just to move a little, it should not cause any problem, but now I need to move quite a lot and still require turning, which actually let me think twice.......

My another concern is whether the cabinet will damage my flooring even though I was told the cabinet was built to allow some movement.

Btw my tank and cabinet is about 2 years old and still in good condition.

Thanks.

[Speedwagon]

That's my tank.....

[ReDDeviLs]

Since its a barebottom tank, it makes the work alot easier. Can we see the photo of your sump and tell us whats in there.

[Speedwagon]

Here you go.....

[liquidnoise]

i have those big barral type of pail. can lend u to house ur fishes. take out all the equipment and sump plus live rock. Gde luck

[Speedwagon]

i have those big barral type of pail. can lend u to house ur fishes. take out all the equipment and sump plus live rock. Gde luck

Many thanks for the offer. I'm still not yet decide whether I should shift it. If I need your pail I will let you know. Once again really appreciate the help. Thanks.