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Terrybo
12-23-2005, 10:50 PM
The glass on one side of my tank is slightly bowed out, and separated from the other glass by about 2 mm in one spot. I'm afraid the front of the tank could blow out at any time. Has anyone else seen anything like this on one of their tanks. This is a used tank, but I've had it about a year. I'm not sure if the problem is new, or if my new light - went from 40 watts to 96 watts just let me see the problem.

Terry

Terrybo
12-23-2005, 10:52 PM
Here is a picture of it - taken at extreme close up. The front panel of glass appears black in the picture, with lighter edges. Then you see the separation - you are actually looking at silicone with some algae, then the other pane of glass.

Terry

Mack
12-23-2005, 10:58 PM
I'd make sure the tank is perfectly level to avoid futher seperation.

Terrybo
12-24-2005, 12:36 AM
I'm going to buy a new tank - if the tank bursts while I'm at work I'll come home to a flooded room and dead discus.

Mack - I'll take your advice and make sure the stand is level before setting up the new tank.

Terry