Tank sprung a leak

[musclebenz]

My 70Gal tank just sprung a leak from the side seam. I bought it used about four years ago. I am dropping the water level to half and using gorilla tape to hopefully hold the seam until I get a replacement. I like the Red Sea but seeing a lot of post about seams leaking too. I would like your input if Red Sea tanks are good or should I look at others brands? Another thing I need to consider is I may need to purchase one from a LFS since I don't know how long the seam will hold.

 

[sfsuphysics]

I would grab some junky 40g breeders or one of those rubbermade tubs or something from other reefers, and just start the process of creating temporary tanks for all your stuff and completely draining your old tank.

 

[richiev]

My 70Gal tank just sprung a leak from the side seam. I bought it used about four years ago. I am dropping the water level to half and using gorilla tape to hopefully hold the seam until I get a replacement. I like the Red Sea but seeing a lot of post about seams leaking too. I would like your input if Red Sea tanks are good or should I look at others brands? Another thing I need to consider is I may need to purchase one from a LFS since I don't know how long the seam will hold.

If you need a holding tank, my Reefer 170 can be setup ASAP. I posted that I just took a decent size chunk out of the corner of the sump, but it's currently holding water. You could also plumb my 170 top into your sump for a bit.

 

[musclebenz]

I would grab some junky 40g breeders or one of those rubbermade tubs or something from other reefers, and just start the process of creating temporary tanks for all your stuff and completely draining your old tank.

Yes, already that in motion

 

[musclebenz]

If you need a holding tank, my Reefer 170 can be setup ASAP. I posted that I just took a decent size chunk out of the corner of the sump, but it's currently holding water. You could also plumb my 170 top into your sump for a bit.

Thanks Rich. I am okay for now but thanks for the offer. I

 

[popper]

Time for an upgrade!

Glad you caught the leak

 

[CaseyP]

Do u have a long clamp like a bar or pipe clamp? Couldn't hurt to clamp it along the broken seam to prevent further separation. I have some in Dublin if you want to borrow.

 

[Blaise006]

I’ve had two Red Sea tanks that never leaked. With that said, I will never own another Red Sea tank ever again. Just my .02, but I think you’re better looking at other big names. They don’t seem to have the same frequency of seam bursts.

Sorry to hear about the tank. Let me know if there is anything I can do.

 

[Apon]

sorry to hear this.

 

[Kensington Reefer]

loose water…very bad
my sympathies

 

[gmdcdvm]

Well,
I have an N=1. My 260E had a seal that started to separate after 3.5 years. Bought it new. The warranty was only for 3 years. Thankfully I caught it before it leaked.

I don’t know how popular Red Sea is compared to other manufacturers, but I haven’t heard a lot about other tanks failing. After mine failed I found a lot of threads about Red Sea fails.

Red Sea offered to replace the tank for $800 plus $200 shipping. Just didn’t feel like investing any more money in this company after this experience.

This just happened two months ago. Based on this experience I would not recommend Red Sea tanks.
Gerry

 

[musclebenz]

Thanks Gerry, I remember your post and that got me thinking if I should invest in a Red Sea tank.

Well,
I have an N=1. My 260E had a seal that started to separate after 3.5 years. Bought it new. The warranty was only for 3 years. Thankfully I caught it before it leaked.

I don’t know how popular Red Sea is compared to other manufacturers, but I haven’t heard a lot about other tanks failing. After mine failed I found a lot of threads about Red Sea fails.

Red Sea offered to replace the tank for $800 plus $200 shipping. Just didn’t fell like investing any more money in this company after this experience.

This just happened two months ago. Based on this experience I would not recommend Red Sea tanks.
Gerry

 

[gmdcdvm]

Thanks Gerry, I remember your post and that got me thinking if I should invest in a Red Sea tank.

During the email exchange when I mentioned I was hesitant to go with another red seas product the customer service agent said the next generation tanks (i think they are second gen) had been redesigned. Better stands, silicone seals, and a few other features. I just couldn’t pull the trigger with them again for that price.

G

 

[tankguy]

I’ve got an empty 40 breeder if you need it

 

[Kensington Reefer]

Well,
I have an N=1. My 260E had a seal that started to separate after 3.5 years. Bought it new. The warranty was only for 3 years. Thankfully I caught it before it leaked.

I don’t know how popular Red Sea is compared to other manufacturers, but I haven’t heard a lot about other tanks failing. After mine failed I found a lot of threads about Red Sea fails.

Red Sea offered to replace the tank for $800 plus $200 shipping. Just didn’t fell like investing any more money in this company after this experience.

This just happened two months ago. Based on this experience I would not recommend Red Sea tanks.
Gerry

Move on from them

 

[JVU]

Just for clarity’s sake, the tank we are talking about here that is having a leak is NOT a Red Sea tank. I don’t want this thread to be thought of as another example of a Red Sea tank seam leak.

 

[Kensington Reefer]

Good question

 

[musclebenz]

Just for clarity’s sake, the tank we are talking about here that is having a leak is NOT a Red Sea tank. I don’t want this thread to be thought of as another example of a Red Sea tank seam leak.

Correct the tank that leaked was not from Red Sea.

 

[musclebenz]

Replacement tank has just arrived. It's perfect timing since next week is a holiday break and plenty of time to setup.

 

[SupraSaltyReefer]

Correct the tank that leaked was not from Red Sea.

What brand was it?
Congrats on the replacement tank!