Habitat - Indoor :: Ok to have a underwater current? Also leaky tank help!!

[CrossKnight]

I just bought a power head and I put it underwater so it blows a current that does not seem to be too powerful for them cause they can swim againts it no problem, and the current blows stuff like poop directly into my power filter range too. So my tank is cleaner then ever. My turtles seem to be fine and normal but I was wondering if it is a bad idea? Like, does the current bother them?

Also my 30 gallon tank is leaking at the bottom right side, where the glass is connected by glue, I have tried glue gunning that side, but it still leaks, does anyone have any other solutions? For now I am using my feeding area which is my 25 gallon (I think) rubbermaid tub as a new home for now.

[jenaero]

As long as they're large/strong enough to swim against it, it shouldn't be a problem. I don't think anything really 'bothers' them

[Muirner]

what power head did you get? I was looking for a real real small one for the future maybe, but didnt know what to look into? Do you have pics of how you have it set up. All the pics i can see have it attached to an under gravel filter.

[CrossKnight]

As of now I cannot get any pictures, sorry, but I bought the Aqua Clear 50 power head. I actually wish I bought a Aqua Clear power head 20 or 30 because the 50 is actually really powerful. Also I am transferring my turtles from my leaking 30 gallon tank to a 25 gallon rubbermaid tub.

But when I do finish the setup for my rubbermaid tub then I'll take a couple of pictures.

Oh and just to tell you Muirner, my two turtles are about 1 1/4 of an inch each and they can swim againts the Aqua Clear 50's current, so I'm not too worried anymore. Plus ever since I put the power head in, I have not seen poop on the bottom of the tub, I think its because the power head blows everything towards my Aqua Clear 50 filter.

[marisa]

CrossKnight, I use the Aquaclear 50 in a 10-gallon tank. I haven't found it to be too powerful after I siliconed a piece of plexiglass to the lip to break the fall of the water. It initially was used with a tiny hatchling who had no trouble swimming in it.

About the leak---is the glass actually cracked or is it leaking because the silicone is worn?

[CrossKnight]

Sorry about the my confusing pose marisa, I ment the Aqua Clear 50 Power Head is too powerful, not the filter.

Anyway it is a crack right next to the glue/silicone. my tank is on the ground in my room and my little cousin was running around and hit the corner with his foot (I think, I don't really understand what he is saying cause he is 9 and just came from Vietnam about 4 or so months ago). My cousin hardly visits so this is a very weird accident.
Like I said I have tried to glue gun the crack but it still leaks. No glass is missing, it just has some lines where you can see the glass is cracked.

[Kallistos]

Make sure the tank is completely dry. You could try to use some aquarium silicone, then silocone over all the little hair line cracks on the inside and outside, just for some extra reinforcement.

[steve]

That's a tough spot for a crack and you might consider replacing it or using it as a terrarium.

[CrossKnight]

Ok, I think I"ll go buy some aquarium silicone and try that out, thanks RESowner34. If that doesn't work I guess I'll have to go buy another tank, but the problem is I need to save up my money now >_<
(hard because I stopped working cause of school)

I think I 'll buy a bigger tank too, if the silicon doesn't work, just yesterday my local aquarium was selling a 100 gallon tank for 100 dollars and a 59 gallon tank for 59 dollars. Those kind of sales are very often at that store.

[megcornell]

That's a good plan to upgrade while you're buying a new tank... and 100 gallons for 100 dollars sounds like a pretty good deal to me

[CountryGirl68]

How To Repair Small Leaks in Glass Aquariums in 9 Easy Steps

1. Locate the exact source of the leak and mark it with a felt tip marker.
2. Reduce the water level in the tank until the leak stops.
3. Thoroughly dry and clean the area of and around the leak with a paper towel, or soft cloth.
4. With the razor blade, scrape the existing silicone from the leaking area, and an additional one inch area around the source of the leak.
5. Clean the scraped area with the acetone applied to a paper towel, being careful not to over staturate it or allow any acetone to run or drip down into the aquarium, and let dry for a few minutes.
6. Apply the silicone sealant to the cleaned area, working it into the glass joint area.
7. Allow the silicone to cure for at least 12 hours, 24 is better.
8. Refill the tank with water to the desired level.
9. Check to see if the repair worked and the leak has stopped.

I'm not sure if this will help you since I don't know exactly how big the cracks are or exactly where they are. But it might buy you some time until you can get another tank. If this doesn't work, you'll need to either replace the glass or get a new tank.

[CrossKnight]

I think I will try that. Since I have to scrape off the glue gun I used, and the tank is completly empty since I moved my turtles into a 25 gallon rubbermaid tub I bought at Target, butI also feel like saving up money to buy that 100 gallon or the 59 gallon fish tank.

[grey goose]

If your gonna use acetone for cleaning, wear unlined rubber or nitrile gloves. That stuff is pretty nasty. Also make sure there is adequate ventilation.....