Yeah it's was a real nice find. Didn't believe when I saw the posting. Probably going to reseal instead of a full break down and it will be going in the basement for sureI don’t have much experience, but have resealed two 6 foot tanks and a smaller one. I have never done a complete take apart (just reseals), but have also patched tanks. It is not a big deal. If the price is right, the need/want is high, and the tank is going in a safe place (basement, garage, etc), I would not hesitate doing it again. The tank in the photo looks promising to me. I would love a seven footer!
Thank your for the information. Do you use the RTV for the inside seals as well ?I’ve built dozens of tank and resealed many.
The best advice is to take your time and make sure that the glass is cleaned throughly of all the old silicone.
Get a big pack of razor blades and once all the old silicone is scraped off clean the glass with 90 plus alcohol or acetone.
Buy more silicone then you think it will take.
I use GE I for tanks up to 75 but for larger tanks I use RTV108 Momentive this is a structural adhesive type silicone it is very strong.
Others have there favorite silicone this is just what I’ve had good results with.
Remember prep is key,
I also suggest that when you’re ready to put it back together get everything ready and the silicone open and ready to go . It would also go easier to have a friend help in the reconstruction process.
The first time seems daunting but if you take your time and plan accordingly it’s not that difficult.
Yes. Like I say this is just the silicone I prefer and have had good results with.Thank your for the information. Do you use the RTV for the inside seals as well ?
I was just making sure it was safe to use for the fish. Thank you for the helpYes. Like I say this is just the silicone I prefer and have had good results with.
I’ve also reseal tanks with GE1 if the silicone between the glass is in good condition.