Restoring a Used Aquarium to Brand New

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  • Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
  • Dug out an old aquarium to clean for Tanks for Teachers. Will be setting up this fish tank in a classroom.
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Комментарии • 83

  • @rjriz1758
    @rjriz1758 5 лет назад +20

    “You don’t have to take your top off, but I always prefer...”. Nice :)

  • @TMAquatics
    @TMAquatics 5 лет назад +13

    Wouldn’t mind an entire wall in my fish room with just 33L’s. Love that size. Surprised they’re not more common. That tank cleaned up nice. The kids will love it 👍

  • @menakerajapakse6967
    @menakerajapakse6967 3 года назад +6

    Great job

  • @Shelzbells
    @Shelzbells 5 лет назад +3

    Wow , what a difference that made. Looks brand spankin new. I like that size of tank in the long version like that. It looks big for its size

  • @joshs_random_location
    @joshs_random_location 5 лет назад +2

    Feels good to repurpose an old tank. I recently done one too, I should have tidy up the metal frame 👍👍🐠🐠

  • @DeFreeseAquariums
    @DeFreeseAquariums 5 лет назад +3

    It's amazing how with a little work an old tank almost looks new again. I just did that on an old tank I was giving to a friend. Good job you did. It would be hard to clean with my bike sitting there lol.

  • @emberaquatics2534
    @emberaquatics2534 5 лет назад +2

    That tank profile/foot print looks awesome! Cleaned up real nice too!

  • @JulieKelley-o9s
    @JulieKelley-o9s Год назад

    This is just what I needed to see! I was given an old aquarium and I'll have a student group clean it up for the media center. They'll be able to watch you and know just what to do. Thanks!

  • @shesellsfish
    @shesellsfish 5 лет назад +2

    That tank cleaned up beautifully! Great job, Bob.
    👍💕👍

  • @DankTanks
    @DankTanks 5 лет назад +2

    And 33 Long All Day. My Favorite Tank. I want to do a nice display rack for a few of them some nice high light plants since it’s so low.

  • @mariaz9538
    @mariaz9538 5 лет назад +2

    Nice job on the tank and really great that you're donating it (I think) to a classroom 👍💕

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 лет назад

      Kind of donating it, ill be picking it back up after the school year

  • @Jarom.M
    @Jarom.M 5 лет назад +3

    Vinegar in a spray bottle worked wonders on the calcium buildup in a Tanganyikan tank of mine. Spray on some vinegar, let sit for 5 minutes, and wipe out the residue. I only had to respray a few times for the more stubborn bits. Less elbow grease, but more time.

  • @OttawaOldFart
    @OttawaOldFart 5 лет назад +2

    Like watching paint dry LOL. As a retired school custodian I appreciate that you do not want to flood a classroom.

  • @mikejurnak4253
    @mikejurnak4253 5 лет назад +2

    Great job Bob it's looking good 👊✌️

  • @crisvega7588
    @crisvega7588 5 лет назад +1

    Nice truck, nice bike and nice Dewalt Saw Horse. Lol

  • @noneyabeeznez
    @noneyabeeznez Год назад

    That looks like a magic eraser sponge which I would not recommend using in an aquarium let alone without a glove.

  • @cesarcastro3772
    @cesarcastro3772 Год назад

    Great video I’m getting a used tank my coworker is giving me and I need it this info good job man

  • @SusanforSLCAquatics
    @SusanforSLCAquatics 5 лет назад +2

    Nice video! I dilute my vinegar a little to help with the odor. Safety first! I always forget my glasses too! Wait! I wear glasses. Ha! Good point! I hope everyone noticed you were outside too for ventilation because it can get a little toxic to your lungs like bleach. I love it that you don’t get all those oxygen bubbles on the glass when you use white vinegar! Can’t wait to see the rest of the set up in the class. You’re awesome Bob!❤️

  • @caewalker9276
    @caewalker9276 5 лет назад +2

    My tanks are extra dirty. I was watching Melevs reef and he recommended muratic acid which is vinegar on steroids, they use it for pools. If you've got really bad stains, give it a go.
    Did you take your bike out yesterday Bob?

  • @SininStyle
    @SininStyle 5 лет назад +3

    You busy this weekend? I got a new used 210g with some pretty thick salt creep caked on. You look like the perfect person for the job. I pay in pizza and optional beer.

  • @leeandmandybattersby5958
    @leeandmandybattersby5958 5 лет назад +4

    anyone else find it satifying watching a dirty tank getting cleaned or is it just me

  • @samrahebi3638
    @samrahebi3638 5 лет назад +2

    Great video bob can you please show us how to reseal an aquarium

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 лет назад +1

      Next time i do it definitely

    • @samrahebi3638
      @samrahebi3638 5 лет назад

      Thanks bob 😀

    • @artemis2666
      @artemis2666 5 месяцев назад

      YES! I JUST MADE A COMMENT ABOUT THIS. WHERE'S THE VIDEO!?🎉

  • @aquadesignsbymlt4769
    @aquadesignsbymlt4769 5 лет назад +1

    Cool. Check out the new england motorcycle museum. They are located in conn. I think. They rebuild and sell bikes too

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 лет назад +1

      I have become addicted to bikes

    • @aquadesignsbymlt4769
      @aquadesignsbymlt4769 5 лет назад

      @@SteenfottAquatics lol. You should try sailing a 16ft hobie cat going mach 8 across the water. Check out Joseph Bennett videos on youtube. 😁⛵👍, bytheway, You gave me the idea to clean my new OLD fishtanks on sawhorses. Thanks for the info. I didnt think to leave the tank full of water a week to test it for leaks, but it is a good idea. -peace 🕊

  • @artemis2666
    @artemis2666 5 месяцев назад

    I've got an old 65 gallon...it was a beautiful set up I ran it for 12 years. After I had my daughter, I couldn't keep up with it. It's been sitting dry for about 5 years. So it's definitely an older tank. I'd like to freshen her up & start over. I'm curious what you suggest I do if I don't want to take any chances of it bursting or springing a leak. New silicone? If so, what's the best approach?

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 месяцев назад

      My general rule of thumb is, if its over 10 years old i reseal it. However, when you factor in the materials and more importantly the time it takes to reseal. It may just be cheaper to purchase a new 65g.

  • @NatetheGreater
    @NatetheGreater 5 лет назад +1

    Love the 33l, I've only ever seen one for sale, and it was for $90, unfortunately

  • @VStag
    @VStag 5 лет назад +1

    Awesomeness

  • @kai_s.5177
    @kai_s.5177 5 лет назад +1

    Awesome video

  • @sidneyerickson4883
    @sidneyerickson4883 5 лет назад +1

    That’s a nice size rank. Also, love how you are spending your time off💞

  • @martyking6942
    @martyking6942 5 лет назад +1

    Scooping gravel out of the bottom of the tank, can you say Shop-Vac. Let me tell you that is so much easier with the Shop-Vac.

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 лет назад +1

      I only have a little portable vac, fills up too fast. I should probably get a bigger one.

  • @aloratalyn
    @aloratalyn 5 лет назад +1

    Squeaky clean! What will be going in it? Are you choosing the fish or will the teacher and/or kids?

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 лет назад

      Probably some time of Rasbora and shrimp. Something simple.

  • @JohnDoe-xq8sk
    @JohnDoe-xq8sk Год назад

    I just bought a used 55 gallon drained it and cleaned out very well ect. Been sitting there for 2 weeks now the filter is a 75 gallon. It's wet inside yet. I didn't clean it or anything yet. I'm just wondering what to do about the filter if I should clean it and if so how? Or if I just throw it on and let it do its thing?

  • @KittyCandyCupcakes
    @KittyCandyCupcakes 3 года назад

    Is that a magic eraser?

    • @KittyCandyCupcakes
      @KittyCandyCupcakes 3 года назад +1

      Ah, two seconds later.. I see that it is. Thanks for the tips!

  • @TruePatriot59
    @TruePatriot59 Год назад

    Vinegar doesn't work!
    Tried soaking it in Vinegar, wiping it with vinegar etc does not work!!
    What works???

  • @lalayush3901
    @lalayush3901 Год назад +1

    what is the tank size

  • @ilikejazz8070
    @ilikejazz8070 4 года назад

    will the vinegar cause the tank to carry the smell?

  • @RandomizerUploader
    @RandomizerUploader 3 года назад

    Hey, can i reseal old aquarium that had broken on bottom and the left side? It is still can be used or should throw it? My aquarium size just same like you, i want to know it is still can be used or not, if you say cant i will throw it out, it breaks in its corners on the bottom glass and also on the sides in the bottom corner, thanks yr answer 🙏

  • @MELODYMUNRO
    @MELODYMUNRO 5 лет назад +3

    I like Barkeepers friend for cleaning manky tanks.

  • @duaneperry5337
    @duaneperry5337 5 лет назад +1

    My eyes started hurting when you got the vinegar in your eyes.

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 лет назад

      It was an interesting experience lol

    • @duaneperry5337
      @duaneperry5337 5 лет назад +1

      I've had to pull metal out of my eye with a magnet. Not fun.

  • @viperr007
    @viperr007 5 лет назад +1

    Is a 33L just a longer 20L

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 лет назад +2

      Nope, its a shorter 55 gallon =) Same footprint, but only 12 inches tall.

  • @cjanderson768
    @cjanderson768 5 лет назад +1

    Never knew you could clean with Vinegar!

  • @catfishcave379
    @catfishcave379 5 лет назад +1

    Do you do windows?

  • @kmadsen65
    @kmadsen65 5 лет назад +2

    You obviously don't have hard water, there is no way that would take off the calcium deposits I get on my tanks!!!

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 лет назад +2

      Its pretty common practice for calcium build up. You just have to let it soak. I cleaned a salt water tank with it, just had to let it soak forever.

  • @russtschetter986
    @russtschetter986 5 лет назад +1

    What model is your bike?

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 лет назад

      Honda Shadow 750

    • @russtschetter986
      @russtschetter986 5 лет назад

      Fun!

    • @aquadesignsbymlt4769
      @aquadesignsbymlt4769 5 лет назад

      I had a Honda 450 nighthawk. I loved that bike! I used to ride my friends 700... a Honda S. Have you ever been on one of those? Crazy fun fast.

    • @SteenfottAquatics
      @SteenfottAquatics  5 лет назад

      @@aquadesignsbymlt4769 I haven't seen a Honda S in a long time. Always thought it would be a fun bike. My 750 is a big sluggish for me, hope to upgrade next year to a Honda Fury

  • @echtwaarhe6417
    @echtwaarhe6417 3 года назад

    Every video I find..
    Bleach, acid..
    1st rule on internet: do not use (strong) chemicals 💁🏻‍♂️

  • @ccsorn
    @ccsorn 5 лет назад +1

    Aahhh! My ears ar e bleeding.

  • @babyjessuncc
    @babyjessuncc 4 года назад

    For the love of........please don’t scrape that plastic across the glass in any more videos holy hell!!! Lol

  • @DankTanks
    @DankTanks 5 лет назад

    Damn boi you came out talking so fast I though you were about to spit some bars