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Old 11-12-2010, 12:07 AM
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I can't see any problem resealing a tank if the old bead is removed (nor why it would be weaker). When you remove the old joint you're just removing the filleting (unless disassembling), the actual thin bond is still there between the two pieces of glass. As for sticking, even if it didn't to the old silicone, it's only the ~1/16" seam, bead is still going to extend over either side and adhere to the glass.
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I figured I could, but was just being lazy and ended up stripping it all out
what you lazy WHO said that you are not.


Im with Sphelps on the Silicone I did it and cleaned it with Alcohol and it was good to go .
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I think the filleted bit just protects critters, blades and stuff from hitting/nicking the actual bond seam. The entire inside of my tank was redone and it sure seems strong to me. It's extra work but if I was going to the trouble of redoing the verticals I'd just redo it all. Nice new and clean seams.
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I just finished, did the whole thing. And I'm high on fumes......
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Feels good, eh? I did an 82 once....was a great feeling to be finished.
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Feels good, eh? I did an 82 once....was a great feeling to be finished.
Yup! Now just let it set, get my rubber base on the stand and tomorrow the tank gets put on the stand. Then start making the canopy. I'm going to Cuba next Sunday and I want water in this before I go
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Ok so first you paint fume yourself into oblivion. Now you're high on silicone fumes and you want to have a new and untested system running with water while you go on vacation? You sir are fearless!

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You sir are fearless!

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lol, most people think of me as reckless rather than fearless

My GF will be home, so the tank isn't unattended. Now that I say that out loud, I might be better waiting until I get back :P
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Varadero. Just taking a week off by myself for some slumming by the pool
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