WMAS Discussion Forum : Reseal an aquarium? http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 23:43:30 +0000 Thu, 02 Jun 2016 13:22:35 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=80210 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[Reseal an aquarium? : I waited 30 days before filling...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613773&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613773 Author: Electro4112
Subject: 80210
Posted: June 02 2016 at 1:22pm

I waited 30 days before filling it.]]> Thu, 02 Jun 2016 13:22:35 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613773&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613773 <![CDATA[Reseal an aquarium? : How long should I wait for it...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613772&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613772 Author: Dan9554880
Subject: 80210
Posted: June 02 2016 at 1:16pm

How long should I wait for it to cure, Some say 48 hours others 6 days???]]> Thu, 02 Jun 2016 13:16:25 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613772&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613772 <![CDATA[Reseal an aquarium? : Razor blades for removing old...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613770&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613770 Author: Electro4112
Subject: 80210
Posted: June 02 2016 at 1:13pm

Razor blades for removing old silicone and alcohol drying and cleaning area and tons of patience...]]> Thu, 02 Jun 2016 13:13:01 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613770&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613770 <![CDATA[Reseal an aquarium? : New sealant will not stick to...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613767&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613767 Author: 1stupidpunk
Subject: 80210
Posted: June 02 2016 at 12:55pm

New sealant will not stick to old sealant, so you will to scrape everything down to the glass.

GE silicone 1 is fine but RTV 100 series is much stronger and (in my opinion) a bit easier to work with. RTV can be purchased from grainger or other industrial supply type stores.

RTV 103 (Black)

RTV 108 (Clear)

We use this stuff at work to bond aircraft transparencies (canopies) which fly at mock 3... its pretty strong stuff.

Its also the same stuff they use to bond your windshield to your car.

]]> Thu, 02 Jun 2016 12:55:28 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613767&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613767 <![CDATA[Reseal an aquarium? : The bottom silicone seems in great...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613765&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613765 Author: Dan9554880
Subject: 80210
Posted: June 02 2016 at 12:26pm

The bottom silicone seems in great condition. But im assuming I will have to redo the whole thing anyways right?









Edited by Dan9554880 - June 02 2016 at 12:27pm]]> Thu, 02 Jun 2016 12:26:32 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613765&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613765 <![CDATA[Reseal an aquarium? : I bought a used 125. The tank...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613764&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613764 Author: Dan9554880
Subject: 80210
Posted: June 02 2016 at 12:20pm

I bought a used 125. The tank was filled and tested for leaks. I did not find any leaks or any signs of leaks. But the only thing the concerns me is the the Silicon around some of the corners seems old and not sure if it will hold for a long time. So I'm considering revealing the interior seams. I plan on scrapping the Silicon off and making sure everything is off. Use tape to make sure I have even straight seems. And using GE silicon 1.
I'm wondering if anyone has ever done this and have any tips for me?]]> Thu, 02 Jun 2016 12:20:44 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=80210&PID=613764&title=reseal-an-aquarium#613764