SO Excited, used tank about to be bought, advice needed pls!

IHello all my fellow fish lovers! I am in love with acrylic tanks.
I have one seaclear acrylic 30 gallon with 5 yellow labs and one 40 breeder glass with two angels, 9–10 red eye tetras, and 7 emerald cories.

I have been dying for a larger acrylic tank for years.
anyway I saw this (photos below) on fb marketplace and I’m going to look at it this weekend.
It’s a 65 gallon acrylic that the seller has had for a few months, having bought from a friend who had it for a few years.
Along with a stand. I know I can’t post pics of conversations so I’ll post photos of the tank.

The seller says there are no leaks and she sent me pictures of the tank empty. Does this look ok to you? It seems SO cheap! The seller has posted other tanks for sale in the past so maybe she’s just trying to get rid of a tank and it’s not as amazing to her as it is to me? But a 65 acrylic tank and stand for $225?
I’m so excited but I know I should watch out/worry.

What should I ask and what should I look out for? A new seaclear 65 gallon is over $800 without a stand. It might not be seaclear, seller doesn’t know the brand.
What do you all recommend when I go see it? I don’t want my excitement to override common sense and I fear it will without your advice! I do believe (in photos) what looks like scratches are shadows and reflections.

I told the seller I know these tanks scratch easily so pls tell me about how scratched it is and she said it’s really not bad. And it doesn’t look bad. I also told her no issue if there are leaks (so she would be up front) but again no leaks she claims.

Pls assist bc this is my dream tank (if I can’t get one custom made). Pics are what she posted to sell (so full tank) and then ones I asked for now (so empty) and one of a light she said goes with it. She claims to have a lid but I kept asking to see it and she didn’t show it but I can figure that out easily. I have nobody else but you all to ask and I value this feedback beyond words.
anybody?

 

Do you have measurements for the tank? I’ve got 5 acrylics now 3 bought used and I had a 75 I’ve bought and sold already. It’s really hard to get a bad acrylic. Tanks are strong. Even deep scratches aren’t bad. Most scratches can be removed. The price is good. The light fixture is old like 20yrs. So I’m guessing that tank is a tenacore. That’s the company that made it. That was my 75. Age means nothing to acrylic. I’ve got a 30 yr old clarity plus 125 that’s been great for the last 2 yrs.
Here’s a pic of the 75 when I bought it and when I cleaned it up.

 

Do you have measurements for the tank? I’ve got 5 acrylics now 3 bought used and I had a 75 I’ve bought and sold already. It’s really hard to get a bad acrylic. Tanks are strong. Even deep scratches aren’t bad. Most scratches can be removed. The price is good. The light fixture is old like 20yrs. So I’m guessing that tank is a tenacore. That’s the company that made it. That was my 75. Age means nothing to acrylic. I’ve got a 30 yr old clarity plus 125 that’s been great for the last 2 yrs.

Awesome! That makes me so happy. Your tank looks amazing. You did a ton of work and it shows. Only issue is I am NOT a diy’er, so those rebuilds or buffs of acrylics I’m so impressed by are likely not something I’ll do. I asked the dimensions just now—I assumed they were 36X18x24, and didn’t worry so much bc the stand is provided, but maybe the tank is 48! I hope not, as I’m now used to the 18” width from the 40 breeder, and will miss it if this tank is narrower!! Out of curiosity sake only, what do you think is the best acrylic tank brand? It might be diff across the board of course, like one is more clear but doesn’t last, etc etc. but in your opinion?! EDIT: the seller just wrote me and said it’s 48X13X24, which they didn’t acknowledge but which i realized is a 60 gallon, which I’m not thrilled about because with the top of acrylics it won’t be so easy to put decor and stuff in. However I still def want it. but In your opinion, is it worth it still if it’s 60 gallons at $225 and a stand? the seller is being pushy and wants me to get it today but I said I’ll come this weekend. They asked if I was def getting it and I said barring anything major yes, if it looks like the pictures and if it’s fine when I test it with water. The seller replied and insisted it’s 65 gallons but I don’t care that much at this point. He said the pictures That were sent are actual pictures of the tank and he won’t refill it and “waste water” bc he’s “one hundred percent sure it has no leakage”. I don’t know what FB marketplace guarantees but I doubt anything (like if it’s misrepresented and does leak). It’s not like $225 is a fortune but it would be wasted money and would be so sad if I brought it home and it has issues. The guy is being kind of rude actually. He has a bunch of tanks shown as sold and no reviews. I don’t know and I’m sorry to ramble but it’s such a big deal bc I’ve been looking for so very long.

 

Wrap it with a blanket. The size is up to you. I like the 48” long and 24”high. The 13 deep is I think the same as a 55g. Your fish will be fine in it.

The scratch removal was not hard at all and there is a kit you use to do it. Just a little harder than waxing a car.

There’s no big difference between makes of tanks. Tenacore and clarity plus are older companies that have been sold. Sea clear and clear for life are newer companies. I’ve used all 4 without a problem.

 

Wrap it with a blanket. The size is up to you. I like the 48” long and 24”high. The 13 deep is I think the same as a 55g. Your fish will be fine in it.

The scratch removal was not hard at all and there is a kit you use to do it. Just a little harder than waxing a car.

There’s no big difference between makes of tanks. Tenacore and clarity plus are older companies that have been sold. Sea clear and clear for life are newer companies. I’ve used all 4 without a problem.

Just a blanket? Nice! I legit pictured my couch rebuilt in the truck Lolol. I’m so paranoid when somebody at thanksgiving touched my sea clear and left a thumbprint I walked around and looked at my family members thumbs. I’m so nervous bc searching on here I saw somebody say they scuffed theirs in moving. I probably sound like a huge dork but this is my first larger acrylic and my second acrylic ever. I’ve had a 20 long glass that’s now running with nothing in it as a hospital tank (and I might try spawning in there, this tank find distracted me), an up and running 26 flatback hex (I call it a 30), and the up and running 40 Breeder. I am so pumped hahahaha. However if it’s easy to buff that’s great. Is it the Novus stuff?

 

Pls assist bc this is my dream tank (if I can’t get one custom made)

Man, your post even got ME excited for you. To me, that's a pretty sweet deal.

Age means nothing to acrylic

That's interesting. The one thing that has kept me away from acrylic was that I thought it eventually turns yellow to light exposure. Other than that I would really love to have one.

He said the pictures That were sent are actual pictures of the tank and he won’t refill it and “waste water” bc he’s “one hundred percent sure it has no leakage”.

Offer to pay him the $2 to cover his water bill cost to test leakage. And if it's tap water, just let him know water poured down the drain doesn't get wasted....it gets recycled and cleansed to be reused again.

 

Man, your post even got ME excited for you. To me, that's a pretty sweet deal.

That's interesting. The one thing that has kept me away from acrylic was that I thought it eventually turns yellow to light exposure. Other than that I would really love to have one.

Offer to pay him the $2 to cover his water bill cost to test leakage. And if it's tap water, just let him know water poured down the drain doesn't get wasted....it gets recycled and cleansed to be reused again.

Thank you! I got a little bummed about the dimensions bc I hate the narrowness and bc I had a perfect spot picked out for it but in some ways the 13” makes it easier to place. The seller insists it’s a 65 hahahaha I’m like it’s not but that’s ok. Ok so now: I have these two tanks, (sorry to repeat): 40 breeder two Angelfishes, 9–10 red eye tetras and 7 emerald cories, then another approx 30 gallon with four yellow labs (I forgot there are only four now, not five). The labs kill every dither fish I put in. Sooooo I feel like I have to put the labs in the 60 bc their tank is too small but I would somjuch rather put the Angelfishes in it for the height! I think the labs will hurt the extremely docile angels though if I combine. Any thoughts as to what I can put with the labs? I would like to be rid of them bc they are so mean but I don’t want to take them to a pet store so unless a very very reputable person wanted them I would never give them up. I should probably start a new thread for this, but any suggestions? I could get more labs but ugh. The tank has a black background so I would love some snow whites or I think they’re called white zebras but I have no clue if they’re compatible and where to find them or really anything about them!

 

Ok for me I’ve never had one leak. I bought a 125 a few years ago with some scratches on the side and a 1” craze in the front. Guy told me he wouldn’t put water in it . I ran it for 2+ yrs. Replaced it with a 180. This tank is easier 30yrs old. Look yellow?



Are yellow labs African cichlids? If so I don’t think they work with angels.

 

Ok for me I’ve never had one leak. I bought a 125 a few years ago with some scratches on the side and a 1” craze in the front. Guy told me he wouldn’t put water in it . I ran it for 2+ yrs. Replaced it with a 180. This tank is easier 30yrs old. Look yellow?View attachment 863003View attachment 863004

Are yellow labs African cichlids? If so I don’t think they work with angels.

Looks awesome! Love that thank you! And yes they are African so I have to go with similar types. Any suggestions!

 

Ok looked them up and they are African cichlids. These fish are hard water fish where as angels and tetras are softer water fish. So these guy don’t go together. Maybe move the labs into the 40g.
Not a keeper of Africans. These are a specialty fish. Seems to like rocks and caves. There are a few keeper on the site. But these fish generally are aggressive and when kept people generally overstock to spread out the aggression. Ask here before buying because some may not get along with others.

Lol just read your other thread. Yep the Africans are specialty fish. Thing with this tank is it’s got a black background. No way to change that except for what I did above. That tank also had a black background.

Glad to here your rehoming the Labs. Again they do need a lot of work to make right. If your angels are fine with what you have now they will do good with a school or a few schools of different tetras. I don’t care for sand. All the fish poo sits on top of it. White was the worst. I use the smallest size gravel. Mts snails actually are great for plant growth. If you’ve got to many your overfeeding. I’ve got them in all tanks on purpose .

 

Lol just read your other thread. Yep the Africans are specialty fish. Thing with this tank is it’s got a black background. No way to change that except for what I did above. That tank also had a black background.
Glad to here your rehoming the Labs. Again they do need a lot of work to make right. If your angels are fine with what you have now they will do good with a school or a few schools of different tetras. I don’t care for sand. All the fish poo sits on top of it. White was the worst. I use the smallest size gravel. Mts snails actually are great for plant growth. If you’ve got to many your overfeeding. I’ve got them in all tanks on purpose .

Wait, do you think the cories will mind the gravel though? Thank you!

 

I’ve got many different type of cories now and many more over the years. I’ve never used sand. What I won’t recommend is large gravel the cories can’t move it for the food under it. This gravel also becomes messy because of the waste under it. Also never use eco complete it is just crushed lava rock. Very sharp and again the cories can’t move it.

 

I’ve got many different type of cories now and many more over the years. I’ve never used sand. What I won’t recommend is large gravel the cories can’t move it for the food under it. This gravel also becomes messy because of the waste under it. Also never use eco complete it is just crushed lava rock. Very sharp and again the cories can’t move it.

I have the best idea! You should scape my tank! Hahaha seriously yours is stunning. IF I can’t change the back color like you did you think natural colored tan gravel is the best look with black?

 

I like it. The colors I use are river rock and walnut. The size is 1/8”. These when vacuuming don’t go all the way through the vacume into the pail. Sand just ends up in the pail.

If looking for plants let me know I have some easy growers I’m always trimming and throwing away.

The tank is a great starter tank for acrylic. But if you ever buy one get it with no background color. Backings are easy to find to change your color. Once painted that’s it. Unless you put something in front of it.

My 180 is clear with a blue store bought backing.

This 90 is the painted blue
hard to tell the difference. The backing on the 180 cost about 15-20 the special blue on the 90 was I think 160.

 

So glad I stumbled upon this thread! There are a lot of acrylics posted around me right now for cheap and I had the same questions! Now to convince my husband and find a babysitter!

 

Lol thanks but no that’s not that tank. Thats a pic with a black background. This is it now.
I just was done with the black and wanted to try something else.

 

I like it. The colors I use are river rock and walnut. The size is 1/8”. These when vacuuming don’t go all the way through the vacume into the pail. Sand just ends up in the pail.

If looking for plants let me know I have some easy growers I’m always trimming and throwing away.

The tank is a great starter tank for acrylic. But if you ever buy one get it with no background color. Backings are easy to find to change your color. Once painted that’s it. Unless you put something in front of it.

My 180 is clear with a blue store bought backing.View attachment 863136
This 90 is the painted blueView attachment 863137hard to tell the difference. The backing on the 180 cost about 15-20 the special blue on the 90 was I think 160.

Ok! Will do! And as long as my cories are cool with it, I am too!

 

I would think you could get a sheet of thin thin acrylic from a hardware store,for the tank dims, work it into the openings and silicone it over the back on the inside of the tank in order to change an acrylic tanks permanent blue or black background if you just don't like it.

As far as Thickness for acrylic sheets Last I checked. Clear was minimum 0.2mm and up and colors in 0.5mm and up.

probably there's a polycarbonate or polypropylene thin sheet also that could be used and fixed to the back with 100% silicone from the inside something flexible you could get into it past the center brace that's aquarium safe ( potable water, food use, ect.) .

these were in my expensive options category and out of the question for me, but when you have a colored acrylic back on a tank, there's only a few options available to hide it.

 

I would think you could get a sheet of thin thin acrylic from a hardware store,for the tank dims, work it into the openings and silicone it over the back on the inside of the tank in order to change an acrylic tanks permanent blue or black background if you just don't like it.

As far as Thickness for acrylic sheets Last I checked. Clear was minimum 0.2mm and up and colors in 0.5mm and up.

probably there's a polycarbonate or polypropylene thin sheet also that could be used and fixed to the back with 100% silicone from the inside something flexible you could get into it past the center brace that's aquarium safe ( potable water, food use, ect.) .

these were in my expensive options category and out of the question for me, but when you have a colored acrylic back on a tank, there's only a few options available to hide it.

Actually I really appreciate this info bc I have had MAJOR issues getting tops for acrylic tanks. I know some sizes can be ordered but for example here is my 26 flatback and it has awful evap. So I really value the input both for a diff back and for a lid!

 

Actually I really appreciate this info bc I have had MAJOR issues getting tops for acrylic tanks. I know some sizes can be ordered but for example here is my 26 flatback and it has awful evap. So I really value the input both for a diff back and for a lid!View attachment 863154

as long as the acrylic tank top is intact and has the cutouts and it's not like heat fatigued from a light that ran hot, if the center brace is good and all that jazz, you could get thin clear acrylic sheet that's rigid and put it over the top instead of that white plastic crating. you could hinge it, using acrylic adhesive and make it nice so it's easier to access. acrylic is easy to work with and cut and glue. just no 90 degree corners on anything, always a half inch sweeping radius to avoid it falling in the sharp corner (it's why the top cut outs are the way they are)

there's also a company called clearview lids, if you just aren't handy, they have a month of production time or longer for custom builds, the price is like $100 and up, but they are nice lids, it's a design that stops the condensation droplets from hanging from the lids also, which I think drives everyone crazy.

i dunno about links, but the website is clearviewlids and then the .com and check the photo gallery.

 

as long as the acrylic tank top is intact and has the cutouts and it's not like heat fatigued from a light that ran hot, if the center brace is good and all that jazz, you could get thin clear acrylic sheet that's rigid and put it over the top instead of that white plastic crating. you could hinge it, using acrylic adhesive and make it nice so it's easier to access. acrylic is easy to work with and cut and glue. just no 90 degree corners on anything, always a half inch sweeping radius to avoid it falling in the sharp corner (it's why the top cut outs are the way they are)

there's also a company called clearview lids, if you just aren't handy, they have a month of production time or longer for custom builds, the price is like $100 and up, but they are nice lids, it's a design that stops the condensation droplets from hanging from the lids also, which I think drives everyone crazy.

i dunno about links, but the website is clearviewlids and then the .com and check the photo gallery.

Oh wow thank you. When I say I’ve searched everywhere I mean EVERYWHERE. Thank you! It’s such a random shape!

 

Ok here’s the thing about acrylic or plexiglass lids. They will bend. Not sure if it’s the light or condensation from the tank. But they bend. All my lights are led so not much if any heat. All my new tanks came with lids. The only one that doesn’t bend is the ones that came with the 180. So ask about the lids when you pick up the tank. I flip mine about twice a week. Even the 75 I had came with lids.

 

Is it normal that today is pick up day and I’m so nervous!

 

Yes!! It the first time! Enjoy it. Hope all works out for you. If there done with fish keeping ask if they’ll throw in the driftwood .

 

Only you all will appreciate this joy. To you all it’s probably mid size
To me it’s HUGE!



It’s HUGE

 

Oh well I got hear late . I full up all new tanks outside. Leave them full out there for a few days. Never had one leak but I don’t risk it.
Is the stand also acrylic?
Looks like the bottom paper is all there too . Good luck with it. Don’t use that fluorescent light.

 

Oh well I got hear late . I full up all new tanks outside. Leave them full out there for a few days. Never had one leak but I don’t risk it.
Is the stand also acrylic?
Looks like the bottom paper is all there too . Good luck with it. Don’t use that fluorescent light.

Oh ok! I was just talking about lighting actually. I want a suspended light or. Clip on the back.
also I swear I scratched it when cleaning
It doesn’t leak luckily lol
What can I do I know you said easy to fix? Pls say it doesn’t involve heavy machinery. Here’s the scratch. It’s not too deep and was made likely by sand on the magic eraser bc the seller left some sand and water in it. I am so mad at myself. Probably wouldn’t see it with the water but still.

the rest are reflections

 

Yes they will happen. The magic eraser is good I use it on mine. The one with nothing in it. Just plain magic eraser. The novus system removes scratches.

For lighting I use hygger 957. They do lay across the top. But they look good and grow plants and your in control of every part of the lighting.

 

I think it was there prior
Trying to make myself feel better
Regardless want to know how to fix!

Yes they will happen. The magic eraser is good I use it on mine. The one with nothing in it. Just plain magic eraser. The novus system removes scratches.

For lighting I use hygger 957. They do lay across the top. But they look good and grow plants and your in control of every part of the lighting.

Awesome! So use the Novus system and then just clean it out. I will use it on both tanks. Do you use all the steps? Places near me sell steps one and two but I’ll get all three if needed!!
i am putting the tank in my office and we are having that rooms floor redone and so I called the guy who does that and was like GET HERE ASAP! Hahaha bc I have to move the tank and can’t start set up until it’s completed for a few days. In the meantime I’ll get Novus! And I REALLY need to plan my Aquascaping. I am so bad at it and I really want a natural look with rocks and of course plants.
I can’t even stack rocks and make them look good Lolol. But it seems nuts to spend $100 to get prestacked plastic rocks!

 

I use 2 and 3. You start with 3. Rub it in till the scratch is covered. Than buff it off do the same with 2. You should only have to do that area. Not the whole tank. Here’s what my 75 looked like. I did the 3 sides of the tank.


for deep scratches you need to start with 2000 girt wet sanding sand paper. This takes time.
Oh and when full most scratches are unnoticeable.

 

I use 2 and 3. You start with 3. Rub it in till the scratch is covered. Than buff it off do the same with 2. You should only have to do that area. Not the whole tank. Here’s what my 75 looked like. I did the 3 sides of the tank.for deep scratches you need to start with 2000 girt wet sanding sand paper. This takes time.
Oh and when full most scratches are unnoticeable.

Oh wait can I do the inside? That’s where the scratch is!

Edit: can I do it on the inside if I wash it thoroughly after?

 

Yes you’ll have to drain it and dry it first. Than just use the novus on the insides.

 

I use 2 and 3. You start with 3. Rub it in till the scratch is covered. Than buff it off do the same with 2. You should only have to do that area. Not the whole tank. Here’s what my 75 looked like. I did the 3 sides of the tank.for deep scratches you need to start with 2000 girt wet sanding sand paper. This takes time.
Oh and when full most scratches are unnoticeable.

Sorry to ask more but I want to get this right because I can never do this inside again after the tank is loaded! Do you use the cloths that come with the system to rub it in and then buff it? Or a magic eraser or microfiber? Edit: will two or really three be too strong if I am not a very strong person? I’m scared i won’t buff hard enough to get scratches out. Any thoughts? I know I’m paranoid but this is my dream!!!!!!

 

The 3 is needed first. I used white cotton rags. My kit didn’t come with rags. I used rags for both 3 and 2. Than went over it with a microfiber rag. Waiting for Finished pics .

 

I have a pair of angels and at one time I had 3. These 2 killed the third. So angels are tough to keep in groups. They will pair up and than chase all the other fish into a corner. Discus are not that bad. Ther3 are other types of colorful fish. Bosemani rainbows are very colorful and grow to 4+”
takes a while for the colors to come out. Here’s the younger group
also golden wonder killifish are a bright yellow and stay at the top of the tank and get along with other fish. Also get big 4”. So there are other options .

 

I have a pair of angels and at one time I had 3. These 2 killed the third. So angels are tough to keep in groups. They will pair up and than chase all the other fish into a corner. Discus are not that bad. Ther3 are other types of colorful fish. Bosemani rainbows are very colorful and grow to 4+”takes a while for the colors to come out. Here’s the younger group

also golden wonder killifish are a bright yellow and stay at the top of the tank and get along with other fish. Also get big 4”. So there are other options .

Thank you! And I am so sorry I commented on the beginners discus thread! I will make sure to not do it again very very pretty fish—I am so excited! edit: do you get your rainbows and or killifish at a local store, or do you purchase online? Are there specific online retailers you like? And how many of each would you recommend with the angels and possibly cories and tetras? My husband and I are looking at the beautiful colors of your BR but then the adorable faces of the killifish on Google. They look like they’re smiling. Decisions decisions!

 

Only fish I buy online are discus. Most rainbow fish can be found at local pet stores. As can the golden wonder. I’ve got 8 yr old rainbows and had golden wonders live for 5 yrs. As to numbers I kept just 2 wonders a male and female. As to the rainbows anywhere from 2 to 6. A pair is fine. For 6 2 males 4 females.
As to the discus thread. Yes it’d be best for info . I didn’t realize we were on that .

 

Only fish I buy online are discus. Most rainbow fish can be found at local pet stores. As can the golden wonder. I’ve got 8 yr old rainbows and had golden wonders live for 5 yrs. As to numbers I kept just 2 wonders a male and female. As to the rainbows anywhere from 2 to 6. A pair is fine. For 6 2 males 4 females.
As to the discus thread. Yes it’d be best for info . I didn’t realize we were on that .

Thank you! I might do the rainbows bc I realized I don’t want only four “show” fish in the large show tank and my two angels are VERY small (like 2.5” tops) so I love the idea of up to 6 more colorful fish
And then the tetras and cories that pretty much stay on the top and bottom
I love that this is coming together! I love the store I’ll be going to but depending on who I get as a salesperson, the info might not be great (ya never know and I don’t go often enough to know who is who) and since it’s so far away, I like to have some options! I’ll go after the tank is set up and I’ll take the labs back same visit. There’s also a HUGE fish store in Lancaster (called That pet place, that fish place) that I’ve been to before but the stock doesn’t seem more varied than the large closer store! Love to know options and then also be able to ask questions, and if I see something I love that I’m not sure about I can always go back! I sound like I’m not taking my time (hahahaha) but I really am. The great news is the floors will be done this Saturday, and will need to cure and dry for about a week. During that time I’ll be polishing and then can start to get the gravel and decor and stuff and finish up with the fishies!

EDIT: what part of the tank should I start with when polishing? I assume the inside bc I will be turning the tank on its side? Look what’s coming today! On a scale of 1-10 how happy are you that I don’t have your phone number to call you Lolol

 

Also another place in Pennsylvania called south river aquarium. Just opened in the summer. The same shop is in Brooklyn and just opened that shop. The one by me has some very interesting fish. A lot of stuff you don’t see at the regular pet store.
Ok is the scratch on the outside of the tank? Can you feel it with a fingernail? You only have to do the side with the scratch. The #1 bottle is like a buffing/shining type. I may use this on the outside a few times a year. But not needed. Next I’ve rinsed the tank after doing this. But that’s it. Rinsed and fulled them up and let them filter for a few days before I added the used media to cycle them.

 

Also another place in Pennsylvania called south river aquarium. Just opened in the summer. The same shop is in Brooklyn and just opened that shop. The one by me has some very interesting fish. A lot of stuff you don’t see at the regular pet store.
Ok is the scratch on the outside of the tank? Can you feel it with a fingernail? You only have to do the side with the scratch. The #1 bottle is like a buffing/shining type. I may use this on the outside a few times a year. But not needed. Next I’ve rinsed the tank after doing this. But that’s it. Rinsed and fulled them up and let them filter for a few days before I added the used media to cycle them.

Hello!

Theyre mainly on the inside. My fingernail catches on it but barely. Not too deep. A few on the outside. But the tank has the inevitable not so clear look so not sure what bottle (1,2,3) to use for that. Just to smooth out and polish. Trial and error most likely lol. Def practicing on the lid first (also the lid is so much better than my seaclear flatback. That one was a sheet of thin acrylic that went under the awful light that came with the tank and was basically a U shape within weeks due to warping. This lid has actual notches like feet that sit inside the tank. And yes it’s a minor pain to remove the light and then the lid to feed but I’m thrilled that the lid is heavy enough to not completely warp). So pumped! You’re the bomb! Also that new store is two hours away so I’ll def be there soon. I work from home so of course I’m tempted to go RIGHT NOW but I don’t trust myself yet hahahahah!!!!! Thank You for the rec.!