Is this seam failure?

[Dwalker73]

My red sea is about a year and a half old. I noticed this today.

 

[JaaxReef]

That definitely does not look good. What model do you have?

 

[Asagi]

Yes, that’s a seam failure. You need to drain that tank.

 

[crusso1993]

My red sea is about a year and a half old. I noticed this today.

Yes, that is seam failure. Mind you, it's not complete failure but a complete failure is inevitable. How long do you have until complete failure is anyone's guess.

I strongly recommend an immediate alternate tank or temporary set up until you can get the tank repaired or replaced.

 

[Dwalker73]

That's what I was afraid of. It's an emax 260..less than 2 years old. I've already emailed Red Sea

 

[Dwalker73]

I have a small tank I can put the fish and snail in but what do I do with all my live rock?

 

[Fish Styx]

I have a small tank I can put the fish and snail in but what do I do with all my live rock?

Cheap storage bins from home depot or Lowe's with a powerhead and heater will work. These are like $25.

 

[fishguy242]

rubbermaid tub, brute can , heavy duty totes...

 

[Dwalker73]

Ok thank you. What has been everyone's experience with getting a replacement. I can't believe how much money I spent for this to happen!

 

[Ajayabb]

That really stinks. Sorry you are going through this. Hopefully Red Sea makes good on this

 

[thedon986]

I can't believe even their smaller tanks are having seam failures. I bought a 500 peninsula used and I'm glad I never set it up and just sold it for my own peace of mind.

 

[helmsreef]

Ok thank you. What has been everyone's experience with getting a replacement. I can't believe how much money I spent for this to happen!

Its actually becoming really common with certain Red Sea tanks, the G2 series seem to be a bit better. If you are still within warranty they will typically come through and replace the tank but that seam does not look very far off from complete failure. I would try to find an alternative asap. If you can buy a tank to hold all your livestock. It could be tomorrow or 6 months down the road. No one will know

 

[Dwalker73]

I'm already working on getting everything out..no need to push my luck. No response from Red Sea yet. Luckily I was just restarting. Only 3 fish and clean up crew in it so putting them in a 20 long temporarily and water and rock into a trash can.

 

[Dwalker73]

Do they typically replace the entire system or just the tank itself?

 

[Dwalker73]

Well just in case anyone is wondering. Red Sea came through without any issue. My new tank will be here today.

 

[EliMelly]

Well just in case anyone is wondering. Red Sea came through without any issue. My new tank will be here today.

That’s awesome!

 

[c_healy]

Ok thank you. What has been everyone's experience with getting a replacement. I can't believe how much money I spent for this to happen!

If you’re around South Carolina, I have a 100 gal tub you can use or you can stop by tractor supply and buy one for around $100.

 

[BZOFIQ]

If you’re around South Carolina, I have a 100 gal tub you can use or you can stop by tractor supply and buy one for around $100.

One of the best temp options out there.

 

[BZOFIQ]

This actually scary looking. You may want to drain it as soon as yesterday.

 

[BZOFIQ]

Well just in case anyone is wondering. Red Sea came through without any issue. My new tank will be here today.

That's great to hear.