Are my tanks seams beginning to fail?

AydenLincoln · 2024-10-08T23:47:04-0400

StevenL said:
Is there a consensus most reliable tank manufacturer at the moment?

Is there a consensus most reliable tank manufacturer at the moment?

Waterbox! 10/10 recommend!

Spare time · 2024-10-08T23:47:27-0400

+1 to Ayden's comment as its basically just a tank

Spare time · 2024-10-08T23:47:50-0400

StevenL said:
Is there a consensus most reliable tank manufacturer at the moment?

Is there a consensus most reliable tank manufacturer at the moment?

I mean there are always standard aqueon

You would need a hob overflow though.

gbroadbridge · 2024-10-08T23:49:26-0400

StevenL said:
Everything is out and in my new trusty bucket. I followed through on the plan I typed out earlier. It took about ~3 hours. Will update when I hear from Red Sea.

Well done, you got good advice here.

Just saved a really big mess from happening.

EliMelly · 2024-10-08T23:52:16-0400

StevenL said:
Everything is out and in my new trusty bucket. I followed through on the plan I typed out earlier. It took about ~3 hours. Will update when I hear from Red Sea.

You are so lucky you got this in order and saved your floor and this is the only cost !

bossman818 · 2024-10-08T23:55:29-0400

I was stressed out for you the whole time. I have a Red Sea reefer xl300 and I think I check the seals more than I look at the tank lol.

EliMelly · 2024-10-09T00:15:46-0400

bossman818 said:
I was stressed out for you the whole time. I have a Red Sea reefer xl300 and I think I check the seals more than I look at the tank lol.

I checked my tank after seeing this post too

JoJosReef · 2024-10-09T00:27:07-0400

I think we can all collectively release our held in breath now. I read this post earlier today and have been thinking about you and your tank all day long (while still maintaining normal function, of course... Wasn't quite paralyzed with fear, although almost!)

PharmrJohn · 2024-10-09T00:31:55-0400

AydenLincoln said:
Indefinitely with heat, flow, a filter, and a light! I had mine for over a month in a tote when my tank leak

That is really good to know! I've had all my stuff in a Brute, I only did 3 says. Did you make any changes to your daily routine? Or did you just maintain the Status Quo?

buruskeee · 2024-10-09T00:55:10-0400

StevenL said:
Based on what I've read elsewhere all they are going to offer is a discount on a new tank which is a bummer.

The discount on tank replacements are for out of warranty tanks. They should send you a replacement but charge you shipping from what I’ve seen.

As for tank recommendations, even I’ve seen many Waterbox leaks - just make sure you get a eurobraced tank. Eurobracing and a strong level stand with no sag are probably the 2 most important aspects that help prevent a leak, aside from a proper silicone job.

Acrylic is also pretty bullet proof (literally too).

AydenLincoln · 2024-10-09T00:56:39-0400

PharmrJohn said:
That is really good to know! I've had all my stuff in a Brute, I only did 3 says. Did you make any changes to your daily routine? Or did you just maintain the Status Quo?

No major changes. I did do frequent water changes though especially in the beginning as I was worried about the ammonia levels. And I know someone who had their fish living in totes for months. If you think about it a tote is a lot like a pond or a fish tank. If it holds water and can have the necessary equipment to run it then it can be a success and be a home for fish. Hewbie loved the tote life because he couldn’t see his reflection and it was nice and roomy/he could look up at me and beg for food. But mainly because there was no glass surfing or reflections to be seen. Just like in the ocean.