10G Seeping

[Velvet AciD]

I just noticed that the 10G I was going to use for shellies is seeping, espically on the bottom, and left front side seam.

Is there anyway I can repair this without tearing down the tank? Or if I *do* have to tear down the tank, how can I go about fixing it?

 

[420Loach]

hmmm. if there is a way to repair it without breaking it down, id like to know too, for future reference.

the problem should be as simple as resealing the inside of the tank with aquarium sealant. let it sit until it dries, and set the tank back up. good luck*thumbsups

 

[michael]

would it not be economical just to buy a new 10g tank?

 

[GrImLoCk]

i agree w/ u michael it would be more economical to buy a new 10 gallon they're like 9.00 bucks for tank now n e thing bigger it would be cheaper to try to repair w/ sealant

 

[Velvet AciD]

It would be economical, but what better chance would you have to learn how to repair them? Also, since it's pretty new *gets irked* I don't just want to pitch it.

Can anyone give me a good site with step-by-step instructions with photos? I guess it's going to haveta be done.

 

[jd_energy]

I would just buy another tank to transfer everything in to and keep the old tank and fix it for future use. If the new tank leaks also, then I would be pissed lol

 

[Velvet AciD]

I decided to go about cleaning out the seeping *waves fist* tank. Unfourtunantly I'm a bit broke to run out and get a new one.

I spent a good many hours on my patio this morning scraping old seals and reeking of vinegar. Becides, if I get a new tank, then I have to get new everything cause I'll want to put it into operation too.

Now, I DID save all the water from when I drained it. Should it be good enough to throw back in?

 

[jd_energy]

I don't see why not, as long as what ever you put the water in doesn't have any toxins in it.

 

[Velvet AciD]

Right on! *thumbsups Now I hope I won't have to do a weeks worth of cycling all over again.