Repairing cracked acrylic sump

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Hello!
I recently ordered a Fiji-Cube sump that arrived with a crack in the middle of the skimmer section and also a broken piece of the baffle between the refugium and return chambers (see pictures). When I contacted them, I was informed they were out of stock and that the item was being discontinued on their site. They issued a refund, however I am seeing if I’m able to salvage the tank to use in my new setup. I’ve read several forums suggesting Weld-on for the damages. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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Scored a fixer, it might look damaged but it can be repaired and still function.

If you have a plastic supply store you might get some good advice about how to do the job and also get the materials to patch it up?
 

WHICH PART OF YOUR SETUP IS HARDEST TO REACH OR REMOVE FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE?

  • Glass behind or beside the tank

    Votes: 11 19.3%
  • Powerheads or wavemakers

    Votes: 4 7.0%
  • Sump or rear filtration chambers

    Votes: 9 15.8%
  • Skimmer or other filtration equipment

    Votes: 8 14.0%
  • Overflow or plumbing

    Votes: 10 17.5%
  • Lights or lids

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Mine is pretty easy to access!

    Votes: 14 24.6%
  • Other—tell us what I missed

    Votes: 1 1.8%
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