For all of you DIYers

[FishPower]

i just saw an informertial on a product that gives you nice clean seals when using silicone. So here is a link maybe some of you might find it helpful

http://4-asseenontv.stores.yahoo.net/prosealkit.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCHUEku21Qw

here is a video demonstrating how to use it

hope this helps =]

 

[Jgray152]

wet finger

 

[RexFish]

This will help a lot, didnt know they made stuff like this

 

[duke33]

Wet finger works if you don't apply the bead to big. Instead of paying $30 make your own "scrapers" out of heavy rubber. They too will smear if to much silicone is applied.

 

[Dr Joe]

Plastic spoon & masking tape.

 

[Dan F]

wet finger

I agree, I'll be using that method to reseal my 80 gallon this afternoon.

Plastic spoon & masking tape.

I know some people get fantastic results with this method, but I tried it once and made a mess...

 

[Dr Joe]

I didn't say it didn't take practice

Oh, and First Rule of Chemistry applies here too!

Dr Joe

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