If you're going to 'weld' a piece of acrylic over the crack, you should also drill a small hole at the end of the crack,(before you add the extra panel) to prevent it from 'running' further.
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If you're going to 'weld' a piece of acrylic over the crack, you should also drill a small hole at the end of the crack,(before you add the extra panel) to prevent it from 'running' further.
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
Long time no post. Glad you suggested that idea. I have always respected your knowledge. How small of a hole should I drill?
Sorry Wayne, although I haven't posted, I still keep up to date and read every post! Don't worry, you're not gonna sneak anything past me!
Just a small hole, ~ 1/8" at the end of the crack should be fine. I have done this on a few tanks without problems.
Newbie Aquarist
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I am honored you stay in the background of my build. Thanks for the advice.
Newbie Aquarist
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No sir no eta yet. In waiting mode for now.
Newbie Aquarist
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Yes his build is awesome. I've read his build multiple times.
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
Got a 40 breeder today and I'm going to drill it to be tied into the main system. This will be used for colonies purchased before placed in the DT.
Hole #1 is 3/4" return:
Hole #2 is 1" drain:
Hole #3 is also a 1":
Oh snap, it cracked. Have to get another 40B.
Hole #1 is 3/4" return:
Hole #2 is 1" drain:
Hole #3 is also a 1":
Oh snap, it cracked. Have to get another 40B.
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
This will be tied into my main display.
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
Thats better now we can see the pictures.....
Hole #1 is 3/4" return:
Hole #2 is 1" drain:
Hole #3 is also a 1":
Oh snap, it cracked. Have to get another 40B.
Thanks Steve.
david00061
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moving right along
owenspackman
New member
It was a slow, slow process drilling just one hole in my 40b. It drained my drills battery a few times. It's a shame you got through the first few holes and cracked the last. What do you think the case was? How far from an edge is that hole?
Better luck next time around! Good to see some more progress!
Better luck next time around! Good to see some more progress!
Crazy_Beaver
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Better luck next time around Wayne! Good to see some more progress!:thumbsup:
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
It was a good 3-4" from the top. And the funny part was I was breaking through when it cracked. I was kinda sorta probably maybe pushing a little to hard but I have acquired another 40 and am proud to say I was successful in drilling and should be plumbing it and cycling it soon.
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
Yea I was impatient on the last hole but since acquired another and have it drilled now.
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
Yes confidence when combined with attitude can be a major killer.
