Did I Just Ruin My New Tank . . .

[BST96]

Hello All,

I am hoping this is not the end of this build that hasn't even started. I made a careless mistake and hit the edge of the tank with the glass sump as I was putting it back under the stand. I guess the edge was not over the flush with the stand as I am just storing it for now while equipment stacks up.

Let me know what you think as I have little experience with the structural engineering behind these rimless tanks. Is this going to be an issue or just cosmetic? And if it is an issue are there any cost effective solutions?

Thanks in advance, Ben!

 

[Dierks]

Did you do a leak test? I would JB weld it as my first step to getting the integrity back to that corner of the tank. How big is the tank?



Interested in seeing what a few of the other guys say... #DIYwizards

 

[motortrendz]

That last picture scares me a bit. How many gallons is it? And how thick is the glass??

 

[Katrina71]

Ouch. That doesn't look good.

 

[BST96]

No leak test yet, I am confident it will hold water short term. The long term stability of that seal is what concerns me.

The tank is 65 gallons and, 1/2" glass.

Im so bummed I literally picked this up 4 days ago. I guess my next question is, if it is indeed unsuable in this state is worth anything to anyone? I am assuming its not very cost effecective to replace that front pannel.

- Ben

 

[dutch27]

Doesn't look to me like the chip is in an area where the silicone is bonding the panels, so IMO it's likely fine as long as the siliconed areas still have undamaged glass behind them. Best person to answer this though is the tank manufacturer, you should send them the photos and ask their opinion.

 

[DaneGer21]

I would personally do an inside bottom perimeter eurobracing, THEN I wouldn’t worry or have any issue using it.

Leaving it as is has me nervous and it’s not even my tank

 

[Viking_Reefing]

Personally I wouldn’t put water in that. Exchanging the bottom panel/buying a new tank is a lot cheaper than what the consequences could be. Sorry :/

 

[BST96]

Here is a a little clearer side shot. The crack definitely extends above the bottom pane. I appreciate all the advice, talk about things that make you want to quit the hobby this is the first one for me.

Due to the fact I rent my house I can't really risk 65 gallons of water on my floor. For that reason I think I will have to get rid of it. Is this of any value to anyone or would I be a fool to try to even sell / trade it? Obviously the issue would be made very clear.

Thanks - Ben

 

[DaneGer21]

List it as a reptile cage. You won’t get as much for it, but someone out there could use it in a dry type environment

 

[LadyMac]

People could use it as a reptile or hermit tank. Just make sure to put a disclaimer that you’re not responsible if they should add water and it fail.

 

[Dolelo96]

Here is a a little clearer side shot. The crack definitely extends above the bottom pane. I appreciate all the advice, talk about things that make you want to quit the hobby this is the first one for me.

Due to the fact I rent my house I can't really risk 65 gallons of water on my floor. For that reason I think I will have to get rid of it. Is this of any value to anyone or would I be a fool to try to even sell / trade it? Obviously the issue would be made very clear.

Thanks - Ben

I did something similar with my first tank, IM Fusion 30L, except it was at the top by the seam and I had already filled it. IM told me not to risk it. So sorry

 

[BST96]

Thanks guys ... I'm over it at this point cant cry over spilt milk am I right? Just glad it wasnt a $1400 tank lol! I guess I will have to pick-up the Waterbox 70.3 I really wanted.

I will list it on here to see if anyone is interested in repairing it or wants to trade for some equipment. I suppose if you got it for cheap enough it would be 100% worth the repair.

Again, much appreciated - Ben

 

[W1ngz]

Yeah... you can see what looks like a stress fracture in the glass. Any water in that and the whole pane is likely to pop on you.
So sorry

 

[Eva Rose]

Sorry about that, but good for you in making a wise decision & not risking more costs by taking a gamble. In any hobby disappointments happen. Good luck in future & enjoy your future Waterbox!

 

[DeepSouth]

I'm over it at this point cant cry over spilt milk

Really sorry about this, but I think you are being wise. I would check to see if anyone wants it as a reptile tank. That's what I did with an old one of mine with questionable seems.

 

[aqua_code]

I chipped a tank while drilling once. It wasn't on a corner like this - was in the middle of a side panel.

It would have probably worked, but I ended up throwing it in the trash because it just wasn't worth the risk. Glass tank is relatively low cost compared to other equipment. Might as well get a good one.

 

[KleineVampir]

Well hold your horses. It might be ok. Or if it isn't, you don't have any water in it now so it can probably be fixed.

If I were you I'd probably just fill it up with plain old tap water and see if it holds. Then again, more research needed!

Not totally sure what I'm even looking at, but if we're just talking about a chip in the corner it might be ok.

 

[vetteguy53081]

Agree on JB Weld epoxy or I recommend glass repair kit they sell for windshield chips. STRONG AS GLASS !

 

[W1ngz]