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Stopping a filter leaking

Posted: 29 Oct 2003, 13:27
by skinnypaul
Hi,
I'm in the process of setting up a tank with in my living room with an Eheim external. I know I'm being a bit paranoid, but I'm terrified that the tubing between the inlet/outlet and the filter is going to come loose and flood the room.
I think spending a day replacing water damaged flooring recently has put it the front of my mind!
Is there any way I can bond the tubing to the inlet and the spray bar? I was thinking about using epoxy stuff that gets used for fixing rockwork in tanks. Not too worried about righting off the inlet if I need to replace the tubing - it's worth it for peace of mind!
Any suggestions welcome!

Posted: 29 Oct 2003, 19:15
by magnum4
you can use silicon if you want.

You can also by fluval fittings that conect to inlet and outlet pipe and hold on to the side of the glass.

Posted: 02 Nov 2003, 16:26
by Tolak
Radiator hose clamps might be a little overkill, but that's what I would use. Don't tighten them down too tight on plastic, it may crack. Paint 'em green to match and you should be good to go.

Posted: 04 Nov 2003, 13:09
by skinnypaul
Thanks for the advice guys. Silicon it is!