Regular Member Chester's_Mommy Posted August 15, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted August 15, 2008 Rather than listen to me whine about how my fish are about to die due to overcrowding, a friend of mine has offered to sell me her 29-gallon tank. I recall hearing, *somewhere*, that this size tank (tall and rectangular) is basically the most likely to shatter, because of something involving the amount of water and the height of the tank....? Anyway, I was hoping someone could say, "That's insane! We love 29-gallon tanks!" so I can go pick it up with none of those pesky worries. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Franky Posted August 15, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted August 15, 2008 (edited) i would just re-seal it i dont think it will explode unless it is way old and sealant is chipped off and you fill it.dis is wat happens to old not seal correctly tanks if filled Edited August 15, 2008 by Franky 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member misty_blue16137 Posted August 15, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted August 15, 2008 If it is taller than long, it really won't explode but these type of tanks aren't recommended for goldfish as they don't have a lot of surface area. Plus goldies like to swim back & forth rather than up & down. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member kusackaid Posted August 15, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted August 15, 2008 There are also 29 gallon tanks that are longer than they are tall. Either way you shouldnt have any problems unless the sealent is old and cracking or peeling. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Franky Posted August 15, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted August 15, 2008 (edited) If it is taller than long, it really won't explode but these type of tanks aren't recommended for goldfish as they don't have a lot of surface area. Plus goldies like to swim back & forth rather than up & down. Exactly!so is yours taller or longer?if its longer get it!just reseal it Edited August 15, 2008 by Franky 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member daryl Posted August 15, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted August 15, 2008 The size tank that I have more than any other is a 29 gallon tank measuring 18L 12 W 18 H. They are definately NOT taller than they are long - and give absolutely NO problem whatsoever. They are excellent for 2 larger fish or 1 large fish or multiple smaller fishes. I have one odd tank - a "29" that is 36L 13W 16H., It, too, is a great tank. I use if for growing out multiple fry - longer and shallower - but still large enough to hold a few. I have a 25 gallon tank that is quite high - it is 24L, 12W and 20 H. It is really ODD. I only use it for pokey fish, bubble eye, etc. A 15 gallon tank that is high - the footprint of a 10 with another 5 gallons stacked on top - is ALSO odd - and rather high. These are useful for pokey fry, small fish, and running fishless media for cycle. I have NEVER EVER had one fail or "explode" or leak or give ANY problems with water seal, however. Some of them are over 15 years old - with continuous use. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Chester's_Mommy Posted August 15, 2008 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 15, 2008 Oh phew. Thanks, all -- that makes me feel better about it. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest nimajneb Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 relaxed, and a new larger tank coming as well! Man I'm jealous. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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