Bottom repair 66 gal

[Paverdude]

I'v got a 66 gal that i broke the bottom out of i'v removed the broken glass and was told by someone that i should totaly disassemble the tank and rebuld it, is ths true?

Also anyone with previous experance with this have any tips/sugestions?

Thanks

[Quagmire]

Ive replaced a few glass pannels,without rebuilding the whole tank.Never a bottom tho.I would just make sure you get a new piece the right size and thickness,make sure you run a nice even bead of calc where the pieces come together,and run a bead around the inside.Maybe if you want,you can use a razor to cut out all the inside beads,and then recalc them.You should give at least 24 hrs for the calc to set,maybe a bit more better safe than sorry.After Ive replaced glass,I always fill it up with fresh water and let it sit for a couple days to see if any leaks develop.

[Paverdude]

Thanks Quagmire
kind of what i was thinking re calk the inside of the whole tank



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[Paverdude]

what do you use to remove the remaining silicon film after i used a razor?

[Quagmire]

Just keep scraping,the film will slowly come off.You dont have to get it totaly clean,the new silicone will still seal if you get most off.I dont know if you have a top brace of any kind,but if not,then becareful to keep the tank as stable as possible.If the corners move too far off 90 deg.it may weaken the seal and cause a leak.

[Paverdude]

Ya i left the top brace on