Slate Bottom Tank
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well.. for one they're heavy.
the metal frame is held on with a weird tar like substance that never actually solidifies, so you may want to fill it up outside first to make sure there aren't any leaks.
the metal frame is held on with a weird tar like substance that never actually solidifies, so you may want to fill it up outside first to make sure there aren't any leaks.
wow you found one of those?! cool :headbang2:
i used to have one a loooong time ago. it was down my grandma's basement back in the 1970's
i had it for many years with many inhabitants during its life time, freshwater fish, frogs, turtles, salamanders.
one day i cracked it by accident with a rock :lipssealedsmilie: then that was it
i havent seen another one yet
keep it and take care of it, its a rare find
you can put anything freshwater in it, i just wouldnt do salt water or brackish
have fun :grinyes:
i used to have one a loooong time ago. it was down my grandma's basement back in the 1970's
i had it for many years with many inhabitants during its life time, freshwater fish, frogs, turtles, salamanders.
one day i cracked it by accident with a rock :lipssealedsmilie: then that was it
i havent seen another one yet
keep it and take care of it, its a rare find
you can put anything freshwater in it, i just wouldnt do salt water or brackish
have fun :grinyes:
yeah craigs list - 7 tanks, about 10 filters, driftwood, plants, powerheads, stands, tops all this stuff a guy had in his basement - not very camera inclined but i will try to get a pic of it up here - if its winter outside around here where is a good place for a test fill? - thanks tim
bathtubs are always a good option! i have a slate bottom tank, and its by far, when set up my favorite! I recommend flipping it upside down, and using a little sealant, just to double layer the corners, ..I always do this to mine. Since its slate as well, you will need to let is sit atleast a full 24 hours, mine always seems to drip, as water is soaking in the bottom. but once its soaked, it won't leak! would also love to see pics! good luck !
my bathtub has a curved bottom and the tank does not sit level or even - i am worried i might stress and crack the glass on the tank - thanks for the idea - anyone else - i'll post pics when i get home - not sure of the size will post the demensions as well - thanks for the advice - should i expect the slate bottom tank to drip at fisrt then it will swell and be water tight ?? - thanks tim
i mean you could just do it on the kitchen floor.. just fill it up a couple inches at a time real slowly.. and put a towel underneat so that you can feel that to see if it's leaking.
