Tank Trim Issue- Is this a problem?

[Cbarnett01]

I have a 23 1/8 x 23 - 23 deep/ about 50 gal tank. In my infinite wisdom because my filter did not fit I removed one the top frame pieces not thinking it might jeopardize the integrity of the tank. Am i looking at big water mess? I leaning on re-gluing it. Do have any idea?

Thank You

 

[Ron Reefman]

Given the frame was mitered at the corners makes it far less likely that it provides much strength to the tank.

How thick is the glass?

I built a 90g tank (36x30x20) with 3/8" glass and it's totally rimless (top and bottom).

 

[Cbarnett01]

The glass is 1/4 inch. 23x23x22 tall cube.

 

[Ron Reefman]

You might consider adding a glass euro brace along the back glass. I'd suspect you are right at the ragged edge of reliability with that size tank and 1/4" glass.