Busted corner on new tank

[xxxtremewv]

Yeah kinda sucks because it broke around the silicone, so the rear panel along with that side panel where they meet is damaged, so id be replacing both panels, one of them being drilled for the synergy. Ill have to look into that route and see what cost would be. That side panel was low iron. Anyone got a guess what that would cost? And then furthermore it had the 2 or 3” strips of bracing around the top coming in, so not a true rimless

 

[Halal Hotdog]

Yeah kinda sucks because it broke around the silicone, so the rear panel along with that side panel where they meet is damaged, so id be replacing both panels, one of them being drilled for the synergy. Ill have to look into that route and see what cost would be. That side panel was low iron. Anyone got a guess what that would cost? And then furthermore it had the 2 or 3” strips of bracing around the top coming in, so not a true rimless

If you are replacing two panels, one of which running the length of the entire tank, then replacing/repairing might be a better option. I would not trust my own silicone skills to that level, but you might be more experienced. Calling the manufacturer might not be a bad idea. Most likely they will say no, but there is always a chance they might offer something

 

[jtl]

The cost of glass panels is dependent on the overall size and thickness. I was surprised how much the cost jumped on the same size panels going from 1/2" to 3/4". I built 3 or 4 100g tanks and the cost of glass wash between $400-500.

 

[RalphTech]

Call the seller and tell them what you did. He may be able to help. LFS receive damaged tanks and have some recourse. If they can't help, contact the manufacturer. Be truthful and sincere. Were all hobbyists and help each other.

 

[xxxtremewv]

I an thinking on maybe trying to brace it and see how it goes. So i could take a 3 or 4” strip of 1/2” glass and put on on the back and one on side to brace that corner, and I could also take a 3” strip and silicone it on the inside where the chip is? Then i was thinking sit the tank on a styrofoam base on the stand, i hear that could help

 

[jtl]

I an thinking on maybe trying to brace it and see how it goes. So i could take a 3 or 4” strip of 1/2” glass and put on on the back and one on side to brace that corner, and I could also take a 3” strip and silicone it on the inside where the chip is? Then i was thinking sit the tank on a styrofoam base on the stand, i hear that could help

I think I would just a 2" x? on the inside corner, sort of a partial eurobrace or you could add a eurobrace all around the inside of the tank to make it look like it was designed that way. I would still just patch the outside with glass filler that uses a cheap uv light to cure it. It may help, and can't hurt plus it looks better. Put in the eurobrace, and after the silicone cures slowly wet test it by filling with regular water and being ready to intervene if anything looks wrong.

 

[xxxtremewv]

So the

I think I would just a 2" x? on the inside corner, sort of a partial eurobrace or you could add a eurobrace all around the inside of the tank to make it look like it was designed that way. I would still just patch the outside with glass filler that uses a cheap uv light to cure it. It may help, and can't hurt plus it looks better. Put in the eurobrace, and after the silicone cures slowly wet test it by filling with regular water and being ready to intervene if anything looks wrong.

Ohh i gotcha, so no strips on the outside of the tank? You saying on the inside corner on the bottom panel have a square? Would i set that piece down as close in the corner as i can to the existing seal so my silicone is touching the back and side panels all the way around it and along thr bottom edges so the water doesnt actually touch that corner?

 

[Fish_Sticks]

This is why I had the lfs deliver and bring in the 210 for 50$ lol

 

[jtl]

So the


Ohh i gotcha, so no strips on the outside of the tank? You saying on the inside corner on the bottom panel have a square? Would i set that piece down as close in the corner as i can to the existing seal so my silicone is touching the back and side panels all the way around it and along thr bottom edges so the water doesnt actually touch that corner?

Yup, just a square of 1/2" glass maybe about 3" square would give some extra strength. As I have said before this will do nothing for you if the glass is cracked vs just chipped. Inspect that corner very carefully with a magnifying glass and look for cracks. What the patch might do is help prevent cracks from starting.

 

[ca1ore]

As noted, the issue is whether there are any cracks. If it is just localized 'crush' damage, then a glass patch will probably work just fine. If there are any cracks that you cannot see, they may run across the panel and the tank will fail spectacularly.

 

[azreeftank]

All great advise given BUT with 150 gal of SW and all the $$$ in livestock I would never consider trying an experiment to see if it works in my house. Doing a wet test with plain water for a few days is not the same as years of constant water and stress that spot will have. Salt creep can be terrible and I would never be able to sleep at night. That type of damage might not leak at all or show problems until you come home and your fish are dried up on top of your sofa because it will empty that tank in 15 seconds. There is no way around it, me personally I would not use that tank. With electric equipment and livestock plus damage to the house you risk losing, the cost of a new tank is a drop in the bucket. Best of luck I hope it works out for you.

 

[xxxtremewv]

Well found someone interested in buying it i think so i ordered a 120 from glass cages! Woot!

What is a fair price to ask for a tank with a defect like that? Is it more of a take what you can get kind of situatiob? He was thinking about offering 300$ on it

 

[jtl]

Well found someone interested in buying it i think so i ordered a 120 from glass cages! Woot!

What is a fair price to ask for a tank with a defect like that? Is it more of a take what you can get kind of situatiob? He was thinking about offering 300$ on it

I would say whatever you can get.

 

[jsvand5]

Well found someone interested in buying it i think so i ordered a 120 from glass cages! Woot!

What is a fair price to ask for a tank with a defect like that? Is it more of a take what you can get kind of situatiob? He was thinking about offering 300$ on it

I think $300 is a lot. I’d take that deal for sure.

 

[jtl]

I think $300 is a lot. I’d take that deal for sure.

If I was interested in a tank of that size, brand new I would pay $300 providing the damage is what I think it is from the pictures. The glass would cost more a lot more than that. Getting out of the basement would be a challenge but with the right equipment certainly doable.

 

[Gregg @ ADP]

No worries, OP

 

[TVV]

I'm sorry, that really sucks.

Especially since the tank is the most expensive part of this hobby.... lol

I would argue. The tank is the cheapest part of the hobby be it reef, mixed or just fish. It does suck, I agree with that.

 

[TVV]

Well, worst nightmare has come true. Got my new 150 to basement and someone dropped it on a corner. Heres the dmg. Glass is 1/2 think and it has dmg to both sides around the silicone (one chip had a piece of silicone stuck to it. And it took off the smaller sliver about the size of a quarted. Am i ruined? Opinions? Suggestion?

I would repair it if you don't want to buy a new one. Repair it in a way that visually builds the repair in as landscaping (i.e. repair it from the inside at that corner. a pyramid shaped gusset with small rocks or coral chips glued on? Then I would make sure that the stand frames in the bottom base to add support to the perimeter of bottom of the tank. I would then fill it with the heaviest liquid I could find (within reason) to provide more hydrostatic pressure than the tank will ever see (super saturated salt water) and let it sit in an area near a drain (just in case). Another repair option is to build up the bottom from the inside with plates or one thick plate glued in with silicone until they are above the damaged area which essentially will remove the damaged corner from any hydrostatic pressures from water. You will lose some volume equal to the area taken up by the build up of the bottom, but that looks to be minimal and later you will not notice it with sand in it or with stand build.

 

[Gregg @ ADP]

If it were me, I would repair it. If there aren’t any cracks through the glass panels, and no fizzures through the silicone, I wouldn’t sweat it.

Patch it as described in earlier posts, fill it with water outside, and see what happens.

*disclaimer: that’s me though

 

[TVV]

If it were me, I would repair it. If there aren’t any cracks through the glass panels, and no fizzures through the silicone, I wouldn’t sweat it.

Patch it as described in earlier posts, fill it with water outside, and see what happens.

*disclaimer: that’s me though

Yes repair. I would leave it in the basement though and test there. why take another chance? Most basements have floor drains.