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Unread 01/16/2021, 07:27 AM   #1
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Possible seam starting to let go?

I was looking at my tank and noticed what seems like the side pane bulging from the top down. I was sure it was not like that but now I question my assessment. The silicone between the panes does not look like it is separating. That small air pocket near the top has always been there. Looking for opinions. TIA.

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Unread 01/16/2021, 01:47 PM   #2
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That doesn’t look good, the fact that it is t leaking yet means the silicone is stil
Holding but there is stress on the panel pushing it out. I’m sure u notice every minute detail in ur tank and doubt u would have missed that until now. This is likely a new development so set up a holding tank ASAP. When my sram failed, I needed lots of water because most of it was on the floor. Good luck.


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Unread 01/16/2021, 03:24 PM   #3
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That doesn’t look good, the fact that it is t leaking yet means the silicone is stil
Holding but there is stress on the panel pushing it out. I’m sure u notice every minute detail in ur tank and doubt u would have missed that until now. This is likely a new development so set up a holding tank ASAP. When my sram failed, I needed lots of water because most of it was on the floor. Good luck.


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Agreed. You are in the best position now having noticed before you have an emergency situation. I would get together what you can for temporary holding tanks and start getting your livestock and such out before something more happens.

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Unread 01/16/2021, 04:48 PM   #4
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Thanks everyone. I picked up a new 90 and stand for a good price. Transfer will happen tomorrow!

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Unread 01/16/2021, 04:49 PM   #5
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Excellent to hear that! Take a picture when you have it all setup. Have a good one


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Unread 01/16/2021, 10:55 PM   #6
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I had an acrylic seam go catastrophic, and the whole seam went at once. It was a decorative bubble tank, triangular, 6' tall, and there was stress on that back (and only) seam, but I became very attentive to any hint of same with tanks. Glad you're taking action.


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