well, a pond would be better, but it will defeat the purpose of swimming fishes in the house itself. so i guess an 8ft(max) will be ideal, or 6-7 footer if 8ft is out of my budget reach.
planning to relocate my overstocked 3ft tank inhabitants, currently holding a 12" fat oscar, a 3" grown feeder goldfish(dunno why my oscar wont eat him like the rest of his frens, but i like him now, got him from 1cm, now already this big), 7 platydoras, an oriental goby and a school of malayan flying barbs.
thinking of adding a few polypterus(if they are compatible with my platydoras,if not, might have to ditch this idea), an aro and others(still looking, probably a datnoides, etc etc..lol)

EDIT*
usually how much do they cost for 6-8ft tank? 12mm thickness with brace, for 2ftx2.5ft? or a 2.5ftx2.5ft side and height dimensions

This post has been edited by LuQEE: Nov 26 2012, 11:06 AM

i lekemen you get this kind of tanks which is suitable for your needs. if your house has spme space of land ty to do the pond which is better also unless get the fiberglass.

fiberglass

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Added on November 26, 2012, 11:11 amwith that kind of thickness may cost you around 2k + cos glass thingy is aint no cheap boss. cos i've been told from my friend whom work in the glass furniture and many ppl customize their aquarium base on their needs based on the thickness of the glass and length as well to cut cost and long lasting i prefer using fiberglass/poly cos it won't easily crack and leaked compared with glass types.

This post has been edited by kakarocht: Nov 26 2012, 11:13 AM

owh, fiberglass..
i always wonder what do you guys use for it..lol
but that thing have to be mounted on the wall?

no need to wall mounted boss. like i mention just refer to the link that i gives to you it is much more suitable for your environment glass and it already cater your needs already since you mention the dimensions you want. if small types like 4feet only suitable for home decoration fish only. if you wan to put many giant monsters fish glass types is not suitable cos some monster fish like toman/arapaima can easily hit the glass either crack it or wounded the fish itself.

It's 4*1.8*1.8

LuQee,
Your 8ft use this TetraTec RMB1200


流量：2400升/小时[SIZE=7]
适用水族箱：150-200厘米（约150-400L）
最大扬程：3.6米
过滤箱容量：22.7L
滤材盒数量：4个
进出水管内径：22毫米,长1.5米左右
功率：60W（220V）
尺寸：长33×宽33×高56厘米

邮寄重量：约20kg

I don't like fibre tank coz can't feel the fish.
My dream tank is big tank on the floor
Then I can sleep on the floor and doze off

okok. then just get 4 tier types will do and get the size bigger since you're using the 4 feet tank.

The ingredients needed is simple only.

1) 3/4 tier tray types ( cost me around 20 for medium (3 tier trays) and 30 for large types (4 tier trays)
1) cordless drill battery type (rechargeable) cost about RM 50 from giant brand.
2) drill bits (size as your preference in order to make the holes for your trickles filter)
3) hole saw (for plastic/pvc types) for 1/2 size for pvc. cost about RM 10 per pc.
4) some of the pvc pipes but i bought it about 16m if not mistaken cos around RM 20 +/- only. Can used for future projects.
3) pvc accessories such 90 degree elbow x 2 (1/2 inch), threaded bushing (1/2 inch), threaded 90 degrees (1/2 inch) and threaded plug (1/2 inch) (cost me around RM 10 cos buy few)

same as you, i want to see the fishes swimming in more than 1 point of view, so ill just stick to glass type tanks.
and im doing this due to my mom want one as a room/wall separator.
that tetratec filter really look a bit familiar with the marineland C filters.. lol
thanx, will try to do some research about it then

I am using a tangki filter, it somehow function as a sub tank filter. I found a way which i would ve to drink holes while allow the water to overflow into my tangki just like a subtank setup. :
Will try to post some photos ltr on.

I just to a fren, a garden supply business owner. He can supply up to 11 feet fiberglass tank + long side glass, if i abandon the cement pond idea. About look, he recommended wood frames, as it is movable & got authentic look too (I'm thinking, i might ask for a wooden deck as well, but will cost a nuclear bomb to my pocket)

Do u know this guy Raymond Soon from Century Religious Supply? Been eyeing his products for years, but he's far in penang..

I totally understand this, i want this kinda tank as well! But we're gonna need a lot of space for this dream

Antzz,
11ft?! Show us the pictures and price tag!

Kakarocht,
Thanks for the lists but i only understand till the "drill bit" parts

LuQee, You cepat survey TetraTec.
Maybe can join the pre-order before closes 15/12 (for me )
I cant find any Marineland C-Series in Taobao.
TetraTec Canister

Check these out guys
Specifications for External Canister Filters

not sure bro.. cos i also eyeing the 8ft fiberglass but i got call them before and they can transport the goods to anywhere. you can try to sms/call him as well. price considered cheap liao. Cos i would prefer migrate to fiberglass/poly instead of using the normal aquarium glass which can cos a bomb.

for the saw hole here is the image.



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the saw hole is used with the drill?
I have drill.
What bout these? threaded bushing (1/2 inch), threaded 90 degrees (1/2 inch) and threaded plug

yup need to used with the drill for the saw hole.

the pvc pipe



threaded 90 degree



threaded plug



threaded bushing



hose adapter

sorry sis,
cant order now due to my parents house still havent finished yet.
even if i order now... they will surely be angry for buying and using precious available space in the house. lol
me got house space issues currently.

just used your current setup will do.

ha, if i buy one (6 drawers, and 9 drawers). only rm105.
if take 9 drawers*2 units rm114.

baloi?

TetraTec canister RMB1200 might cost RM776 (+-)
Gonna continue survey. hihi. See FURNITURE

This post has been edited by genielee_83: Nov 26 2012, 06:21 PM

yup..but depends on you also if you prefer to buy ready made which cost you a bomb y not buy it. its your money actually.