used saltwater tank for my freshwater fish? - Aquarium Advice

slroo · 10-13-2006, 12:13 PM

Does anyone know of a reason why I should not do this? I think I read somewhere that a saltwater tank, once used in that capacity, should not be later turned into a freshwater tank. Something about the seals?

rich311k · 10-13-2006, 12:42 PM

If you clean it well, it should be no problem at all. You may want to fill it outside somewhere for a leak test, but there should be no issues with switching it over.

JustOneMore20 · 10-13-2006, 01:19 PM

I agree. My African cichlid tank was once a SW tank (bought it used from someone) and I rinsed it well and tested it for leaks. I haven't had any problems.

**Fishyfanatic** · 10-13-2006, 01:25 PM

I agree with Rich and JOM. Check the seals to ensure they do not leak. If they don't, you'll be fine.

JDogg · 10-13-2006, 01:31 PM

i think my 45 mbuna tank was once SW, bought it at a garage sale, had alot of hardwater/salt like deposits

10-13-2006, 12:13 PM	#1
slroo Aquarium Advice Regular Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 68	used saltwater tank for my freshwater fish? Does anyone know of a reason why I should not do this? I think I read somewhere that a saltwater tank, once used in that capacity, should not be later turned into a freshwater tank. Something about the seals?

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10-13-2006, 12:42 PM	#2
rich311k Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 8,972 Images: 35	If you clean it well, it should be no problem at all. You may want to fill it outside somewhere for a leak test, but there should be no issues with switching it over.