[njvagabond]

Looks nice and tidy! Great idea with those tabs on removable(?) panels over the wiring.
Any details/photos of the attachment of the 1/8" ceiling material?

 

[njvagabond]

used copper wire (stripped 14 gauge to get single strands) to "stitch" two pieces together and fiberglassed the seam

Like a boat builder. Impressive.

 

[njvagabond]

Faces received two coats of 123 Primer and 3 coats of Ben Moore Regal exterior soft gloss. Backsides received two roller coatings of epoxy.

I am curious about any reason why you went with epoxy on the back side instead of paint like the front side?

 

[njvagabond]

Frugal or Cheap

I priced pipe hangers at 8020....

satisfaction of creative solution > (time spent + $ saved)
hence the title of your thread
never happens to me ... also, using what would otherwise be scrap = environmentally conscious

BTW - I noticed in one of your photos that you are using a Seaflow(?) water pump. I have zero experience with this type equipment, but suspect you may have quite a bit. Would appreciate if you have any opinion/guidance on selecting a pump - sizing decision and brands/models. TIA