how to fix my tank?

[dnyfish]

I need help on my tank because there a leak. When i try to glue it, the bottom black piece that go around the bottom of the tank broke off. the glass is not crack so how can i fix it, or it is safe to put water in the tank. thanks...

 

[ownbigfish]

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[hybridtheoryd16]

If you have a leak, then you need to scrape all I mean all of the silicone out of the tank. Use razor blades and perhaps get a parent to help you. Then buy some silicone sealer from a hardware store that comes in a caulking tube. GEI silicone is a good choice which is fish safe and it can be found at most hardware stores. Write it down and take it with you and ask someone for help. Then run a bead of the silicone over all seams in the tank and smooth it out with the back side of a plastic spoon. Then wait a couple of days minimum for it to dry and do a test fill outside. As for the plastic rim, you can clean it really well and silicone it back on as well. Use tape to hold it on and in place while the silicone dries. The key to getting a good seal is to have all of the old silicone off and the tank clean before applying the new. I like to wipe the tank out with some rubbing alcohol to remove any dirt or oil residue before applying the new silicone.

 

[zerojquan85]

Its better if you post pictures of this leaking tank.... how many Gallon is it?

although stuff like this may not be so important.. we might have a better understanding of it once we look at it....

I do agree with hybridtheoryd16, u need to scrape off the old silicon and reapply some new ones..... I think your talking about the brace in terms of the black thing around the bottom.. (the wood or plastic part) that u will have to reattach and silicon it.. glue isn't gonna do you any good... u need silicon..