My 40g breeder's silicone after 10 plus years of use started showing signs of silicone separating from the glass in many spots and I knew sooner or later it was going to be trouble. I went and purchased a new one from Petco, not the dollar a gallon sale but I was able to get one for around $85. Now to the old tank, I keep reading and watching YouTube videos on re-sealing a tank, they all show and mention step by step the removing of the old outer silicone and re-sealing. My question is what about the old silicone between the panels? Is this asking for trouble and is it even worth doing the job?
Resealing a tank.
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dcutl002
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Was the tank leaking? if not...I wouldn't bother. I'm kinda a "if it ain't broke, don't fix it".
Waiting for a tank to start leaking? Not sure this is the way I want to go. The silicone is practically gone or lifted from the glass. This is not an emergency; I have since purchased a new one to replace the old tank. I now would like to take my time re-sealing the old tank, anyone with advice appreciated.
dcutl002
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Ok,ok. I am just concerned about tearing the panels apart. That’s all. You can Take a razor blade, cut away the loose silicone and touch up the corners with some fresh Aquarium Sealer. I just would not tear the tank panels apart especially since it is not leaking now.
I think this is a case of bad communication on my part. I would never go as far as removing the panels, I guess I should have asked if the condition of the silicone holding the panels is anything to be concerned about before doing the re-seal but I think I'm making too much of this. In any case, I started pulling the silicone, most of it is coming off without even touching it with a blade! But anyway, the tank will be outside full of water (once done) for a while, don't feel like taking any chances here.
Thanks!
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