WMAS Discussion Forum : LEAK! http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sun, 05 Jul 2026 12:23:19 +0000 Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:17:16 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=62414 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[LEAK! : Ya, glue it and seal it. After...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508850&title=leak#508850 Author: JohnnyHeavens
Subject: 62414
Posted: February 25 2013 at 1:17pm

Ya, glue it and seal it. After all, it's what silicone does. I'd let those offering to come help with it. Even if it's temporary, it's better than a leak :)]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:17:16 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508850&title=leak#508850 <![CDATA[LEAK! : Just super glue it and be done....]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508785&title=leak#508785 Author: Adam Blundell
Subject: 62414
Posted: February 25 2013 at 9:22am

Just super glue it and be done. Maybe epoxy, no worries]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 09:22:11 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508785&title=leak#508785 <![CDATA[LEAK! : Camille, do you want Aaron and...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508780&title=leak#508780 Author: hydro phoenix
Subject: 62414
Posted: February 25 2013 at 8:57am

Camille, do you want Aaron and I to come over and do it for you? We can be there as early as tomorrow afternoon. I think the earlier you get this done the better. It'll be smelly for a  bit but the problem will hopefully be solved.

Edited by hydro phoenix - February 25 2013 at 8:58am]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 08:57:44 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508780&title=leak#508780 <![CDATA[LEAK! : ClownFishAddict wrote:You...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508779&title=leak#508779 Author: Pete Moss
Subject: 62414
Posted: February 25 2013 at 8:56am

Originally posted by ClownFishAddict ClownFishAddict wrote:

You could try to put a new seam on the inside and outside if you took the water level to about 1 inch below the pinhole. putting the silicone on then pushing it through the pinhole with your finger. Let dry then fill it back up but I think I would stop using superglue. I am not sure if it will eat the silicone or damage it more.

Pete I was not aware that she was having a baby or was unable to replace the tank itself my apologies. I get a little carried away sometimes. Wink

It's not a problem, I wasn't angry or anything :P
]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 08:56:25 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508779&title=leak#508779 <![CDATA[LEAK! : You could try to put a new seam...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508778&title=leak#508778 Author: ClownFishAddict
Subject: 62414
Posted: February 25 2013 at 8:53am

You could try to put a new seam on the inside and outside if you took the water level to about 1 inch below the pinhole. putting the silicone on then pushing it through the pinhole with your finger. Let dry then fill it back up but I think I would stop using superglue. I am not sure if it will eat the silicone or damage it more.

Pete I was not aware that she was having a baby or was unable to replace the tank itself my apologies. I get a little carried away sometimes. Wink
]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 08:53:27 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508778&title=leak#508778 <![CDATA[LEAK! : ClownFishAddict wrote:No...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508775&title=leak#508775 Author: mermaidcamille
Subject: 62414
Posted: February 25 2013 at 8:48am

Originally posted by ClownFishAddict ClownFishAddict wrote:

No disrespect intended to anyone here but what I meant is to replace/repair one section of old silicone is one thing but all the silicone on the tank is just as old and has the same chance of failing. What if you replace the silicone on that seam and another pops up? not good. All I am saying is if there is a bad seam of silicone I personally would either get another tank or find out a way to reseal the entire tank. emptying the tank half way to repair a seal is pointless in my opinion. That is probably just me though, I was always taught if your going to do a job then do it right the first time so you don't have to do it again. just my $.02 



Oh I agree, I just am not in a position to make that happen is all.  I would love a new tank Smile


]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 08:48:44 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508775&title=leak#508775 <![CDATA[LEAK! : Pete Moss wrote: mermaidcamille...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508774&title=leak#508774 Author: mermaidcamille
Subject: 62414
Posted: February 25 2013 at 8:47am

Originally posted by Pete Moss Pete Moss wrote:

Originally posted by mermaidcamille mermaidcamille wrote:

So if I did drain it to that point, then what?

Camille, is the leak in the seam? where the silicone runs?

Cutting out the old silicone, and running a new bead of silicone should solve the leak. You will have to keep the water level below the new silicone until it has cured however.



It is in the seem and it is tiny. 


]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 08:47:01 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508774&title=leak#508774 <![CDATA[LEAK! : ClownFishAddict wrote:No...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508773&title=leak#508773 Author: Pete Moss
Subject: 62414
Posted: February 25 2013 at 8:46am

Originally posted by ClownFishAddict ClownFishAddict wrote:

No disrespect intended to anyone here but what I meant is to replace/repair one section of old silicone is one thing but all the silicone on the tank is just as old and has the same chance of failing. What if you replace the silicone on that seam and another pops up? not good. All I am saying is if there is a bad seam of silicone I personally would either get another tank or find out a way to reseal the entire tank. emptying the tank half way to repair a seal is pointless in my opinion. That is probably just me though, I was always taught if your going to do a job then do it right the first time so you don't have to do it again. just my $.02 

All depends on the situation. Multiple times I've seen bristleworms dig into the silicone ( which causes pinpoint leaks like camille described ) which has nothing to do with the age of the silicone. Your two cents is a good two cents! It never hurts to have more than one brain working on something.

I was just looking at what options would work best for Camille for the time being.


Edited by Pete Moss - February 25 2013 at 8:47am]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 08:46:28 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508773&title=leak#508773 <![CDATA[LEAK! : No disrespect intended to anyone...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508772&title=leak#508772 Author: ClownFishAddict
Subject: 62414
Posted: February 25 2013 at 8:40am

No disrespect intended to anyone here but what I meant is to replace/repair one section of old silicone is one thing but all the silicone on the tank is just as old and has the same chance of failing. What if you replace the silicone on that seam and another pops up? not good. All I am saying is if there is a bad seam of silicone I personally would either get another tank or find out a way to reseal the entire tank. emptying the tank half way to repair a seal is pointless in my opinion. That is probably just me though, I was always taught if your going to do a job then do it right the first time so you don't have to do it again. just my $.02 ]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 08:40:35 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508772&title=leak#508772 <![CDATA[LEAK! : ClownFishAddict wrote:Scares...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=62414&PID=508771&title=leak#508771 Author: mermaidcamille
Subject: 62414
Posted: February 25 2013 at 8:35am

Originally posted by ClownFishAddict ClownFishAddict wrote:

Scares the heck outta me even reading about leaks because I am in an upstairs apartment. But on another note this gives you a chance to upgrade your tank. If it were me I would find a replacement tank or upgraded tank and go that route. Fixing a small part of a tank makes no sense to me. it's like putting a band-aid over a gunshot wound.


In theory this is a great option... with a baby set to arrive in 5 weeks this isn't even on my reality chart.

Maybe later this year.
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