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CalmSeasQuest
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Good News and Some Concerns...
After 5 long months of waiting, my tank was finally delivered yesterday...
GLA stated the delays were due problems in getting scratch-free glass. After having to refuse the first tank, I closely inspected this one and found no scratches in the glass however - I'm concerned about the presence of multiple voids (air gaps) in the seams. The glass is 3/4"...
Right seam, about midway - 1" long
Right seam, bottom, about 3/4" long
Left seam, bottom - top void 3/4", bottom void 2"
The bottom seam is covered by trim and the back is painted black, so I cannot see those seams. When I asked about the voids, I was told these were common when using black silicone and were of no concern. If this tank were taller or rimless, I would have been more concerned, but as it's braced and only 22" tall, I thought the explanation might be plausible. Even so, it still represents ~325 gallons of saltwater sitting in my living room.
So here's the question - Should I be concerned about the seams? As this is my first large tank, I'd really appreciate the thoughts and comments from those with more large, glass-tank experience.
Thanks in advance!
After 5 long months of waiting, my tank was finally delivered yesterday...
GLA stated the delays were due problems in getting scratch-free glass. After having to refuse the first tank, I closely inspected this one and found no scratches in the glass however - I'm concerned about the presence of multiple voids (air gaps) in the seams. The glass is 3/4"...
Right seam, about midway - 1" long
Right seam, bottom, about 3/4" long
Left seam, bottom - top void 3/4", bottom void 2"
The bottom seam is covered by trim and the back is painted black, so I cannot see those seams. When I asked about the voids, I was told these were common when using black silicone and were of no concern. If this tank were taller or rimless, I would have been more concerned, but as it's braced and only 22" tall, I thought the explanation might be plausible. Even so, it still represents ~325 gallons of saltwater sitting in my living room.
So here's the question - Should I be concerned about the seams? As this is my first large tank, I'd really appreciate the thoughts and comments from those with more large, glass-tank experience.
Thanks in advance!
I'm 61 with real bad health, but I'm going to build one, to be the last. But I'm in our last home. I hope and pray for you and your family. But, try to be positive. 
