Rhino
Aquarium Advice FINatic
So I have decided on the Marineland Emperor 400 power filter for my 36 gallon bowfront. However, the filter is 16.5" long. This would be fine if there was not a plastic brace like thing running through the middle of the top trim piece. Now my question is what is this piece for? Structural integrity for the tank? Support for the hood? If it is just support for the hood then no big deal because it never actually touches the hood it sits a quarter of an inch below the hood at most places and never touches it. Of course if it is for integrity of the tank then I don't want to mess with it. Fast responses would be best. I currently have a high WAF (wife acceptance factor) to do what I want with this project and funds ready (which need to be used before she decides she needs, God forbid, another purse or more shoes). Thanks in advance to all for your help.