Dollar Per Gallon & discount Tank Sales

Even with the plastic extender that you slide on? Works on the 10 gallon just fine. I was thinking about getting one for my 20 now I'm concerned a bit.
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Yes, even with the plastic extender. But it only seems to be an issue if you buy the tank and lid separately.
 

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I would recommend trying the lid on the tank before you leave the store.
If they try to pull the "you can't test it before purchasing it" line, ask what the return policy is for lids if they do not fit properly, then buy it, step aside from the cash register and and open it to test it out right there. If it does not fit return it Imedeatly. That way you won't wast driving time and money on an ill fitting lid and still have to find another lid.
If you want to be a little less obvious take it out to your car to test the fit
 
Or, you could make your own lid for incredibly cheap. Just use acrylic sheets, cut holes for cords and feeding and such, and even attach hinges to make it easier to access in your aquarium.
 
I'm not very sure about aquarium lids. I also should've mentioned that the dollar per gallon sale only applies to tanks 29 gallon and smaller. Anything larger is 50% off.

lid separate 35$ each
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I don't remember, but there was one just a few weeks ago I'm pretty sure. I think coralbandit has the cycle figured out
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Sale runs 4 times a year .
Starts right before New Years on a Sunday . Runs until possibly first or second Saturday in Feb. Then on again in March starting on 3rd Sunday , June and September .
Each sale I think last aprox 6 weeks so in all reality the sale is almost 1/2 the year [24 weeks by my math !] .Pretty sure my lay out is accurate ...
Many actually buy tanks and 'salvage' the glass to make better lids for less ! Think about it ….
Don't judge me because this is committed to memory !
 
I asked about this yesterday! Seen a bunch of tanks sitting out in the middle. Said to myself, “These have to be on sale!” Asked someone and today is the day! Lol might have to go grab a 20 and a 15! Maybe a 40! Lol
 
Do you know when it ends? Thinking of upgrading to at least a 40 or 55 for my angels, corydoras, and festivum since they're in a 29 gallon.
 

Lalalalallalalalala I'm not listening
ok maybe I am
 

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I asked about this yesterday! Seen a bunch of tanks sitting out in the middle. Said to myself, “These have to be on sale!” Asked someone and today is the day! Lol might have to go grab a 20 and a 15! Maybe a 40! Lol
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You're in trouble !
I would like to say I used to be like you ,but I just brought my 3@65g home yesterday ! So I am still like you and again will say ,you are in trouble ..I hooked up my trailer once to clear out 2 petcos of their 40bs back when they were $1 !
The sale last atleast a month if not 6 weeks usually ...
 
I was thinking this morning while laying in bed before I logged on...the boys would love a 40b since its longer they would enjoy the swimming room more now they are on sale
 
Following just cause these always turn into funny threads! Thanks for the heads up Skavatar!! Now lets go everyone it's time for tank upgrades and new tank build threads!! Get outta bed and go Buy Buy Buy!!!
 
Following just cause these always turn into funny threads! Thanks for the heads up Skavatar!! Now lets go everyone it's time for tank upgrades and new tank build threads!! Get outta bed and go Buy Buy Buy!!!
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These do usually turn out to be the best threads about our illness !
My name is Tom and they even let me make up a name for when I talk about fish .. I am addicted ! TOO MANY TANKS ALREADY !
I love the DPG !
 
Right on! Not only that, but they also sponsor betta rescues every day.

OK, seriously considering a 75 gallon now!
 
i've been waiting a few months for this sale, getting a 75g. I have had all the supplies standing by, painted concrete blocks and 2x4's. bought a pair of AC70's and some silk plants on sale. https://www.fishlore.com/aquariumfishforum/threads/diy-concrete-stand.399509/

excited but a bit worried about leaks. petco's reviews has a few leaky tanks. anyway to tell if the silicone seals will hold?
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Knock on wood i've had good luck with all my DPG Aqueon tanks. Would you be able to set it up outside for a couple days to test it out?
 
Thanks, Skavatar.
My 30 gallon sump may just become a 40 gallon today.
 
Knock on wood i've had good luck with all my DPG Aqueon tanks. Would you be able to set it up outside for a couple days to test it out?
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I could probably put it on top of my concrete blocks on the back porch and test. but the problem is that the couple of leaky reviews said the tanks didn't leak until a few weeks to a few months later.
 

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I could probably put it on top of my concrete blocks on the back porch and test. but the problem is that the couple of leaky reviews said the tanks didn't leak until a few weeks to a few months later.
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I would just reccomentd inspecting the silicone as best as you can to look for any bubbles or thin spots and still set it up for the couple days outside to see if anything shows. Aside from that only time will tell.
 
I would just reccomentd inspecting the silicone as best as you can to look for any bubbles or thin spots and still set it up for the couple days outside to see if anything shows. Aside from that only time will tell.
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I just saw your thread with the 29G outside. how well does aquarium silicone do outside? I'm in Houston, upper 90's in the summer, down to low 30's in the winter. If it set it up outside it'll have maybe an hour of direct sunlight in the early morning.
 
I just saw your thread with the 29G outside. how well does aquarium silicone do outside? I'm in Houston, upper 90's in the summer, down to low 30's in the winter. If it set it up outside it'll have maybe an hour of direct sunlight in the early morning.
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I started that tank in April temp was still in the 30's-40's or so and it catches direct sunlight from about 8am to 3-4pm with no problems so far. I'm in Rhode Island and we are now getting some hot weather around 90's. I'm not planning on leaving it outside in the winter i'm going to break it down and use it as a bedroom tank this winter with hopefully a school of Tiger Barbs.
 
i've been waiting a few months for this sale, getting a 75g. I have had all the supplies standing by, painted concrete blocks and 2x4's. bought a pair of AC70's and some silk plants on sale. https://www.fishlore.com/aquariumfishforum/threads/diy-concrete-stand.399509/

excited but a bit worried about leaks. petco's reviews has a few leaky tanks. anyway to tell if the silicone seals will hold?
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I'll bet most failures would have been recognized by any of us ??
My experience with trying to get the best tanks they have found that some tanks have glass that does not line up ! Usually the sides are in a little on the bottom ?
That would be something that I would be looking for ..We called it wracking like the glass was warped , but more likely just shifted out of place while still soft ..
None of my tanks have ever leaked and I am on over 100 Aqueons now ..
They used to carry a lot of Tetra tanks also in the DPG so take that into consideration on the leak reviews ..Those are just bad tanks IMO..
Looking forward to you getting your build thread going again and knew there was some reason you started this ...I always tried to hide among the crowd also when I knewIwas going to get 'a few tanks ' at the DPG !
 
40 and 55 are on sale, but are not $1 per gallon. Keep that in mind. 75 is not on sale.

I got 5 - 40 gallon breeders when they were still $1 per gallon. None ever leaked in 2-3 years that I had them (had to sell off to pay bills at one point). Still have two long 20s, they still don't leak. Of course, one of them is bone dry right now.
 
Sale until august 8th ... I feel new tanks in my future lol
 
Sale until august 8th ...[ ] [ ] I feel new tanks in my future lol
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Mine did not come from DPG but I have a good relationship with my LFS and these were $2 per gallon and I brought them home yesterday ! Yea baby 3 @65g ,not in the DPG ..So I'll start off with pics ...You got to prove you got the tanks you know ?
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They are in the shop and wood is cut for 3 stands to hold them and a 40b under..
I wish that was the hard part but now I need to move 4@40 ,and 1@ 20 to get these in the proper place !..Rome was NOT built in a day !
 
40 and 55 are on sale, but are not $1 per gallon. Keep that in mind. 75 is not on sale.

I got 5 - 40 gallon breeders when they were still $1 per gallon. None ever leaked in 2-3 years that I had them (had to sell off to pay bills at one point). Still have two long 20s, they still don't leak. Of course, one of them is bone dry right now.
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At least at the location near me everything above 29 gallons is 50% off and that includes 75 gallons they actually even just got more in just for the sale.
 

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40 and 55 are on sale, but are not $1 per gallon. Keep that in mind. 75 is not on sale.
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according to their website the 75 gallon is $94.99. Normally $189.99
 
I went and spoke to someone at petco they explained to me up to 30 is dpg over 30 is half off
 
I went and spoke to someone at petco they explained to me up to 30 is dpg over 30 is half off
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That’s always been my understanding of the DPG sales.
 
I've still got a 20 long that is sitting empty that I bought at this time last year. The three 10's and the other 20 long that I bought at the same time have all been filled.

It's a good tank for the money. What hurts the pocketbook is all the things that go on it and in it.

If I recall correctly Dr's Foster and Smith will have their Versa-Tops on sale around this time also so if you need a lid that might be a good place to start looking.
 
So glad I saw this! Time to get my boyfriends birthday present. No clue how I'm going to get a 20 long in the house on my own but wish me luck!
 
So glad I saw this! Time to get my boyfriends birthday present. No clue how I'm going to get a 20 long in the house on my own but wish me luck!
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do you have one of those folding hand trucks, or the folding luggage carts?
 
Looks like I'll have to go with a tape measure just in case then, remind me the dim's of each?
 

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do you have one of those folding hand trucks, or the folding luggage carts?
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No I wish. I might have to call someone over to help me while my bfs at work. Tiny person problems.
 
this is what happed at my last dollar sale that I will ever go to !!!!DSCN5137.JPG
 
I've been keeping my eye out, but my local PetCo hasn't said anything about it. I might have to call. I was planning on making a trip today but I only got a few hours of sleep, my allergies are acting up, and I did a huge grocery shopping trip yesterday, so I might just be lazy today xD
I don't even have room nor should I be spending more money on fish things, but I'm having issues with some fish getting along and had to put a few in quarantine, plus I could use a bigger tank for the month old platy fry to grow in. I might have to have a tank on the ground.

Edit: nevermind, just checked the circular ad online and they just changed it to today to list the sale. DPG is only for 10, 20, 20L, and 29 though.
 
according to their website the 75 gallon is $94.99. Normally $189.99
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That is a good deal still today . My LFS does Aqueon specials and we can get 75s for $99.When there gone the price goes back up ..

this is what happed at my last dollar sale that I will ever go to !!!!View attachment 571239
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I thanked your post ..
It's just nice every now and then to know I am not the only one effected !
You really think it will be your last DPG sale ?? I mean I didn't go to Petco but still brought home tanks ..Does this count ?
 

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