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**Andy Pastuszak[_5_]** · October 11th 10, 05:42 AM posted to rec.aquaria.freshwater.misc

On Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:22:05 -0400, Nitesbane wrote:

"Andy" wrote in message
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I am buying a used 55 gallon Oceanic aquarium with cabinet stand and
hood for $75.00. It's a deal I can't pass up. The last time I saw the
tank, it was full of fish and my friend took it down and put it in his
garage.

It's been sitting in the garage for at least 6 years, going through
winters below freezing and summers in the 90s. The tank has been empty
and just sitting there. Is there anything I should be concerned
about?

You're going to want to make sure the seals on the glass are still good,
and definitely do a leak test before setting it up indoors. Just take
it outside, fill it with water and see if it leaks. While you're at it,
make sure the stand is in good order as well. If the seals are no good,
you can re-seal it yourself but make sure you get silicone that is meant
for aquariums or "safe for food use".

Well, I am finally getting the tank tomorrow night. Won't be able to
test how well it holds water until probably the weekend, since it's going
to rain the rest of the week here.

Andy