Thanks for that..i will have a look and see, the background has been on it for some years
Regards,
Denis
Regards,
Denis
AM I SILLY
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what is the b/g made of... it might be easier to break or cut it up into pieces rather than take it all off as one. sorry... just thought of that.
its like its welded on, hard plastic i think...algae build up behind some of it thats why i want it off...will get pics.. as as i can
Agreed, can't pass up free. I like the dimensions of the tank. I once had an acrylic 80 gal that was just as long but slightly taller and wider, about 44cm x 44cm on the ends.
Good luck with the tank and the move.
Good luck with the tank and the move.
Thanks ..or tanks it should be lo. Will have a look tomorrow and see what i can do.
216 litres big enough for me... Could be three spawning tanks or 1 big pec tank.. who knows. just to start the project will be good.
Tanks again..lol..
Regards,
Denis
216 litres big enough for me... Could be three spawning tanks or 1 big pec tank.. who knows. just to start the project will be good.
Tanks again..lol..
Regards,
Denis
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The best way is to use a razor blade putty knife. Its a 4" wide razor in the shape of a putty knife handle, very-very effective for scraping off silicon, even in the corners.
A 5ft tank i picked up for free, looking to take background off, is it worth the trouble
I could not find my other thread i started
I could not find my other thread i started
looking at the tank it seems like a lot of work to get that b/g off. from the looks of things i'd think there'd at least be a chance you'd cause a leak somewhere fiddling with it. i'd say it's almost not worth the effort.
however... looking at that extra layer of silicone puddled up on the left bottom corner i'd say a complete strip and re caulk is in order so go for it. if it starts leaking from taking the b/g off it might be a blessing in disguise that forces you to take the precaution of replacing the old silicone.
however... looking at that extra layer of silicone puddled up on the left bottom corner i'd say a complete strip and re caulk is in order so go for it. if it starts leaking from taking the b/g off it might be a blessing in disguise that forces you to take the precaution of replacing the old silicone.
you sir would have been silly not to take that home. 
Awesome find and good luck with the progress... look forward to more pictures
Awesome find and good luck with the progress... look forward to more pictures