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Have you decided what type of stand to build? Are you using the GARF plans or something else?
To answer your question, white pine 2 x 4's are perfectly OK for the tank stand. It's easy to cut and it stains/paints well. Just make sure that the pieces you have aren't warped or twisted.
Im going to use plans for fishtips.com and double check with the garf plans as well
I will have to check with my dad to see if they are warped or twisted.. they might have been outside for a few weeks which concerns me