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Posted by: hill4803 at Wed Oct 27 20:05:45 2004 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by hill4803 ] I have resealed more aquariums than I care to think about. It is best to strip all the old silicone away, I use a razor blade. Clean the glass with vinegar (gets all the mineral deposits off)and double check to make sure ALL the old silicone is gone. Then go ahead and apply a new bead of silicone. I also use a plastic spoon (the back side) to smooth out the bead of silicone, gives it a more "professional" clean look. Don't worry about trying to clean as you go, wait for the stuff to set and cure then you can always go back and scrape or trim clumps or extra silicone with a razor. The tank will be unstable when you take out the silicone. You could easily make the other tank into a reptile tank with some sealed plywood. Silicone will stick to the plywood also. Glass prices vary, call a local shop and give them the size you need. Good luck with your new tanks! | ||
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