Should I worry about this seam?

[RavenSF]

I've got a 65g tanks that's been running 2.5 years and hasn't been moved since it was set up. Since the tank was new, there was always a little line in the center of the silicone seam. This line looks like a tiny air pocket that runs for most of the length of the seam, although there are breaks where there is no line. On the right side of my tank I noticed little pockets that I think are new. I check don't my silicone all the time so I don't know when they developed. I'm attaching a photo of what I'm talking about. There's also a link to a video showing the whole seam.

Is this a problem? Should I be worried and what do I need to do?

http://vid76.photobucket.com/albums/j29/irichards79/IMG_1286_zpshn74a6su.mp4

 

[jsker]

If it is getting worse, then break the tank down in a plastic tub/storage. Depending on the size of the tank you should have and easy time finding a tub. Put every thing in the tub, run filtration and lights. Then either take the tank apart and redo the seams, or take the tank to someone that know what they are do. Othe choice is to replace the tank or do an upgrade to replace the tank. Check and see if you have an warranty. Left un check nothing might happen but if is getting worse you may come home and have a problem on day.

 

[bayoupr]

As for myself, I wouldn't trust it especially if you are seeing some new pockets that you haven't noticed before. Better to be safe than sorry. I would get a holding tub for everything, drain the tank, let someone check it out and possibly re-seal it.

 

[RavenSF]

If it is getting worse, then break the tank down in a plastic tub/storage. Depending on the size of the tank you should have and easy time finding a tub. Put every thing in the tub, run filtration and lights. Then either take the tank apart and redo the seams, or take the tank to someone that know what they are do. Othe choice is to replace the tank or do an upgrade to replace the tank. Check and see if you have an warranty. Left un check nothing might happen but if is getting worse you may come home and have a problem on day.

The center "line" has remained the same since I got the tank. The two pockets are what I don't remember seeing before. It's possible they were there and I forgot. They may have gotten worse, I just don't know. If they are new, I don't know how long they've been there.

I'm hoping someone with tank building expertise can comment as to whether this looks like a harmless defect in the silicone or a sign of impending doom.

 

[jsker]

Take a picture as a time stamp and go back and come pair.

I'm hoping someone with tank building expertise can comment as to whether this looks like a harmless defect in the silicone or a sign of impending doom.

There are plenty of members here that would know. Good luck

 

[evolved]

It's probably fine. If it's never changed, I wouldn't worry about it.

Something to keep an eye on and watch for any growth on the bubbles, but not something I'd freak out about.

 

[RavenSF]

Thanks for the replies, I'll try to worry about it too much. I photographed it so I can refer back to them later to see if it's growing.