Tank left dry for 2 months - is this a problem?

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  1. tim_s

    tim_s Flamingo Tongue

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    Tank left dry for 2 months - is this a problem?

    Should I be looking to redo seals, the tank held water perfectly before the tank went into storage.

    I am told I should look to re-moisten the seals before filling.
     
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  2. steve wright

    steve wright Super Moderator

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    Hi Tim S

    IMO it should not be a problem, 2 months is not that long and provided it was not left outside expossed to the worst of the elements, it should be fine
    it would be worth refilling with tap water and checking prior to making a batch of saltwater for it (sensible precuation)
    but I would do that for a new tank anyway, as finding a problem once you have it set up is soul destroying

    Steve
     
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  3. tim_s

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    Hi Steve,

    Thank you, the tank was kept indoor within the household at room temperature. I figure this shouldn't be a probably, tanks generally sit boxed for longer.

    Just making sure that I am covering all grounds.
     
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