How bad is this?

[ermptywormpty]

65gal




Just noticed these small scratches/fractures last night. They aren't super deep, but I can feel them with my finger nail. They're parallel to each other on the front panel of the tank. I'm probably going to replace the tank tonight, but just want to make sure im not crazy.

 

[lapin]

I can’t see them even with my glasses on, but if you can feel them they are real

 

[ermptywormpty]

There's the weird scratch/chip on the top and the small scratch/fracture is the bottom one. Harder to see on camera than in person.

 

[ShakeyGizzard]

what brand tank, pic of the tank would be better, maybe its missing a brace

 

[ermptywormpty]

what brand tank, pic of the tank would be better, maybe its missing a brace

Unfortunately I have no idea. Was given to me used. Prior owner picked it up used as well.

 

[vetteguy53081]

There's the weird scratch/chip on the top and the small scratch/fracture is the bottom one. Harder to see on camera than in person.

Keep an eye on it. Not abnormal with silicone construction. If tank is empty and you wish to reseal for a peace of mind, message me for instructions

 

[ermptywormpty]

There's the weird scratch/chip on the top and the small scratch/fracture is the bottom one. Harder to see on camera than in person.

Keep an eye on it. Not abnormal with silicone construction. If tank is empty and you wish to reseal for a peace of mind, message me for instructions

It's not silicone though. It's the glass that is scratched/fractured

 

[vetteguy53081]

It's not silicone though. It's the glass that is scratched/fractured

Then that changes the geometry of the area and a risk based on potential water pressure