Hello All!
I just assembled a new tank and am concerned I made the silicone seams too thick between the panels. I'd appreciate any feedback from experienced builders. I can take apart and rebuild the whole thing, but would like to avoid that if it's not necessary.
I created 3mm seams using the direct injection method per instructions from Joey King of DIY. Usually I wouldn't doubt his experienced advice, but now that it's all done they just look too darn thick. Before I added the bracing, the side panels would flex a little at the seems when I applied pressure. I have had it filled with water for a couple days and it's holding together. But I'm a worrier by nature and the long-term reliability is what I'm thinking about.
Dimensions: 84" L x 24" W x 26" T
Glass: 1/2" thick
Build Method: Pre-framed Direct Injection
Bracing: all-sides Euro brace on top, with 4 additional cross braces (all 4" thick and made from same glass)
Also euro-braced inside on the bottom for added structure
Silicone: GE Silicone 1 Window & Door
Seam Thickness: about 1/8" or 3mm
Let me know if nay further info is needed. Thank you all!
I just assembled a new tank and am concerned I made the silicone seams too thick between the panels. I'd appreciate any feedback from experienced builders. I can take apart and rebuild the whole thing, but would like to avoid that if it's not necessary.
I created 3mm seams using the direct injection method per instructions from Joey King of DIY. Usually I wouldn't doubt his experienced advice, but now that it's all done they just look too darn thick. Before I added the bracing, the side panels would flex a little at the seems when I applied pressure. I have had it filled with water for a couple days and it's holding together. But I'm a worrier by nature and the long-term reliability is what I'm thinking about.
Dimensions: 84" L x 24" W x 26" T
Glass: 1/2" thick
Build Method: Pre-framed Direct Injection
Bracing: all-sides Euro brace on top, with 4 additional cross braces (all 4" thick and made from same glass)
Also euro-braced inside on the bottom for added structure
Silicone: GE Silicone 1 Window & Door
Seam Thickness: about 1/8" or 3mm
Let me know if nay further info is needed. Thank you all!
