[scolley]

IUnknown! I'm so happy to see your post, because you are asking ALL the right questions!

Yes indeed the edges have problems with being flush in the test tank. Good call!

I posted those "uncomplementary" pics specifically because I wanted to be COMPLETELY honest with the issues here. In that case, the problems with being flush have every thing to do with the tolerance of the spec to which the glass provider will deliver. In the case of the pic below, the problem is due to the bottom pane was not as wide as the width of the two side panes plus the width of the spacers plus the width of the side pane. The difference you see is approx. 1/16 of an inch. This should be a significant disucssion between you and anyone providing the glass. In my case, I've made it clear in writing, any deviance beyond 1/32nd of an inch, and no deal - no money. They seem pretty clear on that point now.

As for the "order of things", it's a great question. But I'lll have to beg your indulgence. I'm off on a business trip now, and cannot refer to my documentaton of the assumed order of assembly. But I have given this much thought, and will post it is as soon as I return home.

But I think you are right about some things, and wrong on others IMHO. Jigs should not be required if your glass is square, and your surface is level. But the order of assembly appears to be ciritcal, which I will elaborate on, as soon as my travels are concluded (gimme a week or so... )

Regards -