[teacherthomas]

Hi David. Yes, I am living in Taiwan. In Hsinchu city.
Yes, I agree with you, the tank stands in Taiwan are not expensive, especially in the south of Taiwan. I built the stand myself simply because I wanted to do it. It gave me something to do (A hobby) and I feel mine is better quality then the stands I would by here (and cheaper too).

I agree with you, the 10mm glass is a little excessive, but the tank maker suggested it for safety and the long life of the tank so I agreed with him. I figure, better safe then sorry. The Tank to be made was just 2000nt, so the price wasn't that bad for a frame less, supportless 10mm tank. I could have had it made in 8mm, but I would have regretted it if anything went wrong. This gives me more "comfort" room incase hi kids hit is, or bump it, etc.

I bought the Flo Pipes using my Paypal account driectly through the seller. I emailed him and asked him the price and ordered them. The price is 45US a set or 120US for three sets. I bought two sets at the time as a friend here in Hsinchu was also interested. Shipping was included and they were mailed out of Singapore and arrived in 4 days.

I understand you fully so no problems. Please send me pictures of your tank, I would love to see it.
What lighting do you use on your tank as it is approx the same size (T5, T8, PL) and how much wattage?

My tank should be available to pick up tomorrow and hopefully I will get time to start setting up soon.

Thomas