220 Gallon - Broke center braces
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DopeCantWin
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Some people replace with Acrylic to make it clear.
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2317162
In no way am I responsible for whatever hell comes to your door if this doesn't work.
leveldrummer
New member
is this tank currently filled?
Just order the frame from the manufacturer, dont waste time looking for one locally, by the time is gets delivered, you would still be searching local stores to order one.
Just order the frame from the manufacturer, dont waste time looking for one locally, by the time is gets delivered, you would still be searching local stores to order one.
taylor t
New member
I changed both the top and bottom plastic trims on my AGA 210. It was stored in the shed for a couple years, the cold cracked them both. The LFS near you should be able to order replacement pieces. If I remember, I think they were like $60 or something, and took about 3 weeks to get.
Having the tank full would make me nervous. I had to cut the top off with a roto zip. Not sure how you plan on getting the old one off, but if you cut it like I did, (peeled right off like a banana), you will make a real mess in the water with all the shavings. I hope it all works out for you. I'd be interested to hear how you changed it when you're done.
If I was in your shoes, I think I would drain it half way, clean the inside glass all around (for blue tape), and tape painter's plastic with blue tape on the inside to catch all the garbage, to keep the reef clean. Only tip I can come up with for you. Best of luck to you!
Having the tank full would make me nervous. I had to cut the top off with a roto zip. Not sure how you plan on getting the old one off, but if you cut it like I did, (peeled right off like a banana), you will make a real mess in the water with all the shavings. I hope it all works out for you. I'd be interested to hear how you changed it when you're done.
If I was in your shoes, I think I would drain it half way, clean the inside glass all around (for blue tape), and tape painter's plastic with blue tape on the inside to catch all the garbage, to keep the reef clean. Only tip I can come up with for you. Best of luck to you!
I'd drain that tank down as much as you can, right away.
When you install the new top trim, be sure to have a continuous bead of silicone and that you weigh the trim down as it cures. Any break in the silicone will allow water to seep under the trim, and down the outside of the tank. It won't be a constant stream, but enough to leave salt creep behind.
When you install the new top trim, be sure to have a continuous bead of silicone and that you weigh the trim down as it cures. Any break in the silicone will allow water to seep under the trim, and down the outside of the tank. It won't be a constant stream, but enough to leave salt creep behind.
