The Puffer Forum

Ok got a 75 gallon with stand for free the other day. Filled it with water and found that one corner has a leak. Should I strip all the sealant away from that corner and redo it, or can i just put a good amount of sealant over to stuff thats already there?

Best to strip the old sealant away.

thats what I figured, need to go get some long enough clamps to hold it together tight

yep and some Popsicle sticks.

What are the popsicle sticks for?

Popsicle sticks???

I believe the popsicle sticks are for spreading the sealant! Better than using your finger!

chuck .. yes that is 100% correct. The rounded edge mimics the fingertip exactly, or you can shave then down quite easily to make 90 degree angles etc... very useful.

well it gives me an reason to eat all my popsicles that i have lol

well turns out it wasnt a leak, it was me over filling it and it working its way threw a seem that wasnt intended to hold water lol. My gf made it seem to me that there was a leak running down the side of the tank.

On a even better note, I think she may be leaning to stocking it with DP's. Im thinking 15 or so DP's would be a lot of fun to watch, then 6 months or so down the line add like 6-8 otos

I have one that leaks at the top when I overfill.

yep, so I now know to keep the level of the water down

I forget sometimes. PITA, since it's SW & makes a mess of the glass.

lol ya that would suck

thats weird, i think my 10 gallon leaks from the top, too, if i fill it all the way... i usually just leave an inch or so of space at the top so i figured i didnt have to worry about it.