cracked tank repair...

[mjmc]

I have seen a way to repair cracks that would certainly add more strength than a simple silicon "weld." If you can get a piece of glass that will cover the length of the crack and really silicon that on well. Do that on both sides of the glass (inside and outside). This will at least offer more structural strength.

 

[shanefish]

I have 8 aquariums I fixed cracks in. Mjmc advise is the closest I found to work. But I never had to put a patch on the outside I just put one on the inside work. But if the crack has not ran its coarce it will just keep going untill it does weather it's patched or not.(I had it happen)

 

[chico3611]

your flirtin with disaster unless you get the glass replaced. is it really worth risking your fish's lives just because you wanna save some money?

...and not to mention the damage 90 gallons is going to cause to your floor/house
you will be out way more than a hundred bucks if it goes on ya.

 

[synapse989]

well.. first off, the crack ran its course.. I filled the tank and let it sit for 3 days without a drip.

..and then I bought a ball python and decided to make it a reptile tank


seriously though thanks for all the quick replies and advice. I did take it to heart and I thought about it since I first posted the message, and I think I made the best decision.. ..I always wanted a python anyway.

 

[MrRngr94]

cool deal. How bout posting up some pics of the new snake?

 

[synapse989]

find my "world, meet Doom" thread in the reptiles.. I'm going to borrow my brother's Finepix camera on feeding day.. ...or I might break out the miniDV..

 

[chico3611]

I think you made the right choice in keeping that tank dry. Good luck with your new tank.

 

[portabuddy]

did you try any of these guys????, a quick googling...google is your friend...

Auto Glass Specialists
1609 Commerce Court
Midland, MI 48642-7958
Phone: (989) 839-0568
Business Types: Auto Body Repair, Auto Glass, Glass Auto, Float, Plate,
Window & Doors


Bayglass Co Saginaw
Midland, MI 48640
Phone: (989) 790-3583
Business Types: Glass & Fiber Glass Materials, Glass Auto, Float, Plate,
Window & Doors


Bushey Radiator & Auto Glass
124 Waldo Avenue
Midland, MI 48642-5965
Phone: (989) 496-2480
Business Types: Auto Maintenance & Repair Services, Automotive Air Conditioners, Glass Auto, Float, Plate, Window & Doors, Radiators Coolants & Solvents


George's Glass and Mirrors Llc
613 Jefferson Avenue
Midland, MI 48640-5316
Phone: (989) 835-1313
Business Types: Glass Auto, Float, Plate, Window & Doors, Mirrors Retail, Screens Doors & Windows, Window & Door Installation & Repairing


Glass Gallery the
6800 Eastman Avenue Office
Midland, MI 48642-8526
Phone: (989) 837-5816
Business Types: Glass Auto, Float, Plate, Window & Doors


Henderson Brothers Glass Incorporated
5323 North Saginaw Road
Midland, MI 48642-7501
Phone: (989) 835-3391
Business Types: Bathroom Fixtures, Glass Auto, Float, Plate, Window & Doors, Locks, Locksmiths, Mirrors Retail, Tables Retail


Henderson Glass Inc
2677 North Eastman Road Suite 1000
Midland, MI 48642-8524
Phone: (989) 837-2857
Business Types: Bathroom Fixtures, Glass Auto, Float, Plate, Window & Doors, Mirrors Retail


Hopfensperger Art Studio's Inc
2307 East Sugnet Road
Midland, MI 48642-4003
Phone: (989) 631-0350
Business Types: Glass Stained & Leaded


Midland Glass Co
3057 East Mercantile Drive
Midland, MI 48642-7833
Phone: (989) 835-6715
Business Types: Glass Auto, Float, Plate, Window & Doors, Mirrors Retail


Northtown Auto Glass
4394 North Eastman Road
Midland, MI 48642-7392
Phone: (989) 835-1145
Business Types: Glass Auto, Float, Plate, Window & Doors


Van Wert Glass
Midland, MI 48640
Phone: (989) 837-1110
Business Types: Glass Auto, Float, Plate, Window & Doors

 

[synapse989]

lol... the only place in that list that's reasonably affordable is Bushey Radiator and Auto Glass. ...I get glass from them all the time... they're significantly less than anyone else... still more than I wanted to pay.. plus the time to replace the pane... it's better the way it is. I love my new snake.

if you want Stained Glass, call Hopfensperger's.. they make stuff for churches.. I had Hoppy as an art teacher in high school. I don't know why you wasted your time really.. I've only lived in this area for 23 years. :shrug:

 

[portabuddy]

well thats good to know but i live in ontario... lol, just trying to help you. just remember if you ever decide to turn your terrerume back for fishies to change the silicone, reptiles do a number on it.

Now erts see a picture of the snakie.