couchy Posted June 15, 2009 Share Posted June 15, 2009 I have had my 6x2.5x2.5 resealed twice after it leaked a while back then had it repaired only to leak 8 months later again. Then Resiliconed it again myself that got me another year. Long story short I want to replace half the base (its a 2 piece base) with a patch on one side. Then I want to get the whole tank re-siliconed. Anyone know of a tank repairer in the Blacktown or Penrith areas. I'm quite desperate as it needs to be installed to my new room due to be built and running in the next month? Cheers Couchy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted June 15, 2009 Share Posted June 15, 2009 I would be looking for a reason for the leaks. Is the tank perfectly flat on the stand, whats under it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
couchy Posted June 16, 2009 Author Share Posted June 16, 2009 Yeah good point, when I get it relocated I'll be replacing the foam again and checking the frame is perfectly level etc and flat. The stand is made of 8" x 2" timbers and way too heavy duty for the job so shouldn't be the problem but will be checked. The base has a crack on one side which was repaired with a large patch over the top. I don't think the patch is the problem but would be more comfortable if the panel was replaced not just patched. At the same time I'll get the whole tank re-siliconed to be safe. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjmowens Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 mate id be considering some internal bracing. theres has to be something adding stress and allowing some flex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genetik_defekt Posted June 19, 2009 Share Posted June 19, 2009 all the drama you've gone through, i would just buy another tank buggeR it, its not worth the stress to save $380 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
couchy Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share Posted June 23, 2009 $380 isn't much for the tank, but my misses would leave me if i bought one more tank. She can see the logic of repairing one I already own though. Is there anyone out there who can help me?? Cheers Couchy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Hi Couchy, Just get rid of old one, bring in the new and she'll never know the difference - just an idea to save your marriage and your fish!!!!!! Cheers, Tootie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcsx Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Hi Couchy, Just get rid of old one, bring in the new and she'll never know the difference - just an idea to save your marriage and your fish!!!!!! Cheers, Tootie then you can make it slightly bigger like 7ft, then she will sit there puzzled cos she will realise somethings different, but she wont be able to figure it out hehe. perfect plan i think. cheers mark~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SydneyMike Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Col Stewart in Mt Druitt still makes and repairs tanks. 'Prestige Aquariums' I think is his business name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
couchy Posted June 24, 2009 Author Share Posted June 24, 2009 Thanks mate I'll give him a call tomorrow. Cheers Couchy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fongyfong Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 Hi Couchy, Just get rid of old one, bring in the new and she'll never know the difference - just an idea to save your marriage and your fish!!!!!! Cheers, Tootie I agree just do that man, if you re seal it again prob in another 8 months it will leak again, and then another 8 months etc, save urself the time and money and just get a new one and swap it around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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