Leak Test

[caterpillar5]

Whats the best way to test if the tank is leaking? do u just fill up and wait for like an hour or two ?

 

[heresmike]

That's what I would do. Make sure the outside is dry first, of course, so you can see any water that leaks to the outside.

 

[tstenback]

yup. thats really the only way to do it. Is it a used tank? if so i would inspect all the silicone seals even before adding the water. If it is dry/flaky, peeling away from the glass or damaged i would fix that first and then try the leak test. Good Luck and keep us posted.

 

[caterpillar5]

If im only suspecting the tank to leak on the corners at the bottom can i just fill it up say a couple inches and wait and see? or do i have to fill it up to the top?

 

[tstenback]

I would fill it all the way. THe drips are always spotted at the bottom corners but the leak is often part way up the corner. If you fill with a garden hose it wont take too long to fill.

 

[caterpillar5]

oki, thx for that, been most helpful

 

[Aquascaper]

Also, the pressure of the water when the tank is full will expose leaks that you may miss if you only fill the tank partially.

HTH