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[jtl]

Cubes are a different animal.. if you reseal it you have to do the whole thing at once. Preferably with it rimless you do it upside down.
One thing to add. Its salt water. You'll have to pour water over the spill and suck it up with a wet dry vac. Than dry it out. If you don't the salty will always attract moisture and cause you lots of problems. Yes, wash it down heavy where the leafy was with fresh water.

I have always built my tanks by assembling everything at one time. It is really the only way to get the tank squared and the seams nice and even. I also pay very close attention to the amount of silicone between the glass panels, one mm is plenty. Building a tank upside down is a good idea for tanks where the side panels sit on the top of the glass. My tanks have always been built with a raised bottom panel, so the sides circumvent the bottom. Doing it that way eliminates the need for a cushion under the bottom since it is not resting on the top of the cabinet. In the OP's case it must be re-assembled in the same manner that it was originally constructed. If the glass is in good condition there is no reason not to use it and same a bundle of money. Only expense would be a couple of tubes of quality silicone, some very fine steel wool, razor blades and a can of acetone. One additional thought/trick. The best method I have found to separate the glass panels is to use a razor blade removed from a disposable razor. They are very thin, sharp and flexible. I have tried piano wire and fish line but for me this worked the best.

 

[stacksoner]

I was looking through your build thread and can see what looks like the seal separating on the top front *right corner.

 

[Mhart032]

Id move everything into a trash car and continue to cycle, drain and dry the tank and reseal it. Doesn't take that long to reseal couple of hours to prep and seal. mind you a couple hours and 15 bucks worth of silicon is a ton cheaper than a new tank, you can use that money on corals and fish. its a nice size, the aquascaping looks great. the entire setup actually looks great.

 

[SMSREEF]

Don't give up now!

Thanks Katrina!
It’s a setback but it’s not gonna take me out.
Maybe just a delay...

 

[SMSREEF]

I recommend renting a dehumidifier to try and dry everything out.

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Thanks Silver. I did not think of that. I will rent one today! Home Depot has industrial one to rent. Will take out 18 gallons a day.

 

[SMSREEF]

I feel your pain! I just had my 265g blow a seam and water was everywhere. How long did you wait after resealing the tank to the the silicone cure? Also your rocks should be fine in a brute for that long as long as you keep feeding the bacteria.

I did not re silicone it. Probably should have...

 

[SMSREEF]

No chance of resealing the tank when you have time again instead of replacing?

I just don’t trust my skills. I wanna go new now I think, just for peace of mind.

 

[Mhart032]

I did not re silicone it. Probably should have...

I feel the same way, i didnt re silicone my redsea when i got it and i think about it all the time.

 

[SMSREEF]

I was looking through your build thread and can see what looks like the seal separating on the top front *right corner.

That is EXACTLY where it busted! I wish I had your knowledge and eyes before filling it!

 

[piranhaman00]

What do you mean you didnt re silicone it?

 

[Mical]

I just don’t trust my skills. I wanna go new now I think, just for peace of mind.

No one can fault you for that. I know experienced reefers who wouldn't chance a loss (in your case again) I'ld go new also just for a warranty.

 

[Iamjeff6]

I just don’t trust my skills. I wanna go new now I think, just for peace of mind.

Its a nice tank, I’d hate to see it go to waste

 

[SMSREEF]

What do you mean you didnt re silicone it?

I bought it used and leak tested it in garage. It held. Then in house I tested again with Just RODI, again held. I didn’t think I needed to put any more silicon on.

 

[reefdoink]

I would not give up on something if it's important to you. And honestly I would look up how to reseal it and give it another go. If you're willing to wait 7 months again, you mine as well reseal it and let it sit empty to cure and water test in a month.

 

[piranhaman00]

I bought it used and leak tested it in garage. It held. Then in house I tested again with Just RODI, again held. I didn’t think I needed to put any more silicon on.

Oh sorry, I inferred incorrectly that you resealed it when you said renovated.

Sorry that happened to you, dont give up!

 

[SMSREEF]

Its a nice tank, I’d hate to see it go to waste

I live in Miami if you want it. I’m definitely going new. I’m keeping the stand and everything else.

 

[Silent]

I'll be in Miami in April but I don't think the wife will let me bring a tank home lol

 

[Iamjeff6]

I live in Miami if you want it. I’m definitely going new. I’m keeping the stand and everything else.

If I was in Fl I would def scoop it up.

 

[stacksoner]

As an experienced wood floor flooding reefer, I'd strongly suggest (in addition to dehumidifier) cutting out a floor plank or two, renting an air mover & snail shell fan to get circulation underneath the floor planks and in the room.

The idea is to evaporate the water underneath the wood before it gets absorbed by the flooring and/or subflooring.

 

[Mattman1977]

Think all reefers have this nightmare a few times. Sorry it happened to you. All the more reason my next build will be in wall and the tank will be in the garage lol. Wood floors are spendy
Good luck and happy reefing
Matt