Ep 6. Howie Mandel's Surprise Tank

In the sixth episode of season 14 of Tanked, titled "Howie Mandel's Surprise Tank," the team at Acrylic Tank Manufacturing (ATM) get an unusual request for a tank from the acclaimed comedian and game show host Howie Mandel. In this episode, the ATM team works on creating a tank that is both whimsical and a reflection of Mandel's energetic and playful personality.

The episode begins with Brett Raymer and Wayde King, the owners of ATM, having a meeting with Mandel to discuss his idea for a tank. Mandel is a big fan of the ocean, and he loves the idea of incorporating sea creatures and oceanic motifs into the tank. However, he also wants the tank to have a bit of a surprise element to it.

After the consultation, the team begins the process of creating the tank. Wayde and Brett start with the design phase, working closely with Mandel to make sure that they are capturing his vision accurately. The team then moves on to building the tank, with each member of the team taking on specific tasks related to their areas of expertise.

As the team works on creating the tank, there are a few challenges that they have to face. One of the issues that comes up is the fact that the tank is going to need a large amount of acrylic, which is one of the most expensive materials used in tank building. The team has to balance the need for quality and durability with the cost of the materials.

Another challenge that the team faces is in trying to add the surprise element to the tank that Mandel has requested. While the team has some ideas, they have to make sure that they don't compromise the structural integrity of the tank or make it difficult for the fish to live in and thrive.

Throughout the episode, there are some tense moments as the team rushes to complete the tank before the big reveal. There are setbacks that cause delays, and at times it seems like the tank may not be ready in time. However, the team perseveres, working long hours to make sure that they can deliver the tank that Mandel has been dreaming of.

Finally, the day of the reveal arrives, and Mandel comes to see the completed tank for the first time. He is blown away by the design, marveling at the attention to detail and the creativity of the team. The surprise element that he had requested is also a huge hit, with Mandel laughing and smiling as he enjoys the playful surprise that the team has created.

Overall, this episode of Tanked is a fun and lighthearted look at the creative and technical process of tank building. With Mandel's larger-than-life personality and the team's expertise and dedication, the result is a stunning tank that is both beautiful and functional, and that perfectly captures Mandel's spirit.