aquarium silicone question

[MimicOcto8]

So i know i should use GE II silicone for aquarium use but here's my question. I have a large 250g tank and i'm thinking about redoing the silicone on it. It doesnt have any leaks or anything but since its all dry right now and not in use i'm wondering if its worth redoing or not. if so, what silicone should i use.

any help on this is much appreciated

Thanks

 

[redfishbluefish]

DO NOT USE GE SILICONE II! It's GE Silicone I that you want to use. If all you are doing is re-sealing the tank, the GE produce will be just fine. If you are "gluing" or re-gluing the glass, than one of the RTV's are what you want to use....RTV 103 or RTV 108

 

[MimicOcto8]

Oh don't use GE II. Ok. Yeah I just think I should reseal it on the inside not regular the glass

 

[jgraz]

DO NOT USE GE SILICONE II! It's GE Silicone I that you want to use. If all you are doing is re-sealing the tank, the GE produce will be just fine. If you are "gluing" or re-gluing the glass, than one of the RTV's are what you want to use....RTV 103 or RTV 108

He knows what hes talking about. I highly recommend using the RTV. I used it when building my Nano tank and worked without issue.

 

[ReeferBob]

I would rather have the tank as-is then mess with redoing all of the joints unless you are experienced siliconing glass. You have to remove 100% of the old silicon on the entire inside of the tank. Also need to remove the top frame. Then reseal it. Tanks that size are guarenteed for life. Is there some reason to suspect it is failing? If not, leave it alone.

 

[MimicOcto8]

All great advice. Thanks guys. I'm glad I asked. I don't suspect it to leak. Was just curious if I should redo it or not. Looks like I shouldn't.
Thanks again everyone