Is this worth repairing?

[cookie1]

I am in the process of resealing my 45 gallon tank (25w x 18d x 25h) and noticed the seams in the front. Can this be repaired? If so, how? I am little worried about filling this tank since it holds a lot of water! Please help! I have already scraped out all of the old silicone and it is ready to be resealed.

 

[BillD]

can't really tell what you are trying to display. Is the silicone leaking out from the butt joints? Does it hold water?

 

[cookie1]

Yes, it does hold water, but I was worried when I noticed the water marks between the joints. I am wondering if I scraped out too much and got too close to the joints. I didn't notice it until I had removed the old silicone, cleaned it out and let it sit before I resealed it. I am concerned that it will separate.

 

[bob mccoy]

i take my silicone all the way down to where the 2 pieces meet and then put new in. if theres any wory about leaking i fill it up out side with water and let it set over night. mark the water line and see if it has droped

 

[cookie1]

You mean i should get the silicone out from between the joint? How do I do that?

 

[bob mccoy]

no leave the joint alone and just take all the rest out. if u do accidentally get some out of the joint just push some new in.

 

[cookie1]

Everything is totally scraped out, I was just concerned that the silicone would not adhere to the joint since there is something between the glass, then after I fill it with water I was afraid that the pressure would result in a blowout. Any suggestions on what to clean it with before I reseal? I cleaned the tank with vinegar and then I used rubbing alcohol where the silicone was. I think it is the vinegar water that is caught between the glass.
Should I try to run a bead of silicone on the outside seam line too?

 

[bob mccoy]

just rinse it well and dry with a clean towel the silicone that u put on the inside should be sufficient but for good measures you can add a little to the seam on the outside if u feel more comfortable doing it. fill it outside when its dry to make sure theres no leaks