Moving a 427 lb tank

[Coreysreef123]

I’ve been out of the hobby for quite some time, but recently was given a (like new) Waterbox Aquariums PENINSULA 7225.

It’s a beautiful tank and I’ve already removed the sump and all of the equipment but still have to transport the actual display tank and stand to my apartment.

Anybody have any tips or recommendations on how to do so?

My brother and I tried lifting it ourselves and it was just way too heavy.

Any reasonably priced service providers in OC?

Thanks in advanced!


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[mchain275]

I recommend utilizing two to four pairs of suction cups like these:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWDXL2HD?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

3-4 guys would be ideal to comfortably move a tank that size.

If you're renting, consider letting the landlord know (in case there are structural concerns with that much weight) and consider renter's insurance to cover you in the event of a seam failure, broken panel, earthquake damage or the like.

 

[Hideyofish]

I’ve used Lugg to move some big tanks, if you’re not super far from point a to b their pricing isn’t too bad. It’s basically an Uber for moving services. Best advice is have everything ready to go and assist the movers. I generally select the two man service and then have myself and one more person ready to assist.

 

[joseserrano]

What’s your budget to move the tank

 

[Coreysreef123]

I recommend utilizing two to four pairs of suction cups like these:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWDXL2HD?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

3-4 guys would be ideal to comfortably move a tank that size.

If you're renting, consider letting the landlord know (in case there are structural concerns with that much weight) and consider renter's insurance to cover you in the event of a seam failure, broken panel, earthquake damage or the like.

Thanks for sharing. I’m able to borrow some of these suction cups from a friend so that should be helpful. And I’m just putting it in my garage for now. Our lease is up in a few months and we will most likely be moving.


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[Coreysreef123]

I’ve used Lugg to move some big tanks, if you’re not super far from point a to b their pricing isn’t too bad. It’s basically an Uber for moving services. Best advice is have everything ready to go and assist the movers. I generally select the two man service and then have myself and one more person ready to assist.

Thanks for the suggestion. I’ll looking into this now.


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[Coreysreef123]

What’s your budget to move the tank

Don’t have a specific budget, just trying to do it as cheap as possible honestly. It’s from San Juan Capistrano to Costa Mesa. Planning to either book a service or rent a truck from Home Depot and hopefully find 2 more people that can help.


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[Hideyofish]

Might be slightly more expensive than renting a truck and finding two friends, but in my experience having them help put it back up on the stand and transport has taken a good chunk of stress off mine. I think they charge by driving time to and from locations and time spent at locations (also look up promo codes they regularly have them)

 

[H&A Aquatics]

Wiil J Salazar, With Coral Nerd. Shoot me a PM if you want his contact info.

 

[bakbay]

Wiil J Salazar, With Coral Nerd. Shoot me a PM if you want his contact info.

Hey - don’t you know of another guy who can drive a monster flatbed that can deliver a huge tank, too? lol

 

[Vstryker]

I had the 6025 peninsula and that required 4 guys to move it using 6 suction cups from Amazon. Id recommend 5-6 capable hands, that will make it alot easier for your 7225

 

[Coreysreef123]

Wiil J Salazar, With Coral Nerd. Shoot me a PM if you want his contact info.

PMd


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[Coreysreef123]

Hey - don’t you know of another guy who can drive a monster flatbed that can deliver a huge tank, too? lol

Would that be you?


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[H&A Aquatics]

Hey - don’t you know of another guy who can drive a monster flatbed that can deliver a huge tank, too? lol

We do have a 32 foot gooseneck lol but I ain’t doing no heavy lifting.