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?
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.