Return from the Wilderness

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  1. Adventurer

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    Hi All,

    I'm thinking about starting up again after about 30 years. I have a 15 year old 180l glass tank that was bought for carniverous plants. These plant are long gone, so now I want that tank for tropical fish again. I kept two tanks for most of my teen years and they only quit when I was away for national service.

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    Wyvren Retired Moderator

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    Welcome to TASA

    I would suggest that you just test the tank before using it. Fill it up with water for a week or two outside and make sure the silicone is still decent. Otherwise just reseal the tank before using it :)
     
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    Hi Craig, and a warm welcome!

    What kind of fishkeeper are you?
     
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    Thanks Angie I will do that. I'm still doing research, there's been some surprising changes in the hobby in the last years. I'll be posting some questions into the beginners forum soon.

    Craig
     
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    Wyvren Retired Moderator

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    Please ask away:D We all love to help out as much as possible :D Also update your profile to show where you stay so that we can help you with locations to the good LFS :D
     
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    Errrm .... a new one?

    Sorry, at this point all I know is that I will probably go for a tropical planted community tank, as this is what I have had in the past. Still looking at options.

    Craig
     
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    Greetings Dude. Enjoy your time here...
     
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    Hee hee - well, you just said it - you're a planted tank fishkeeper by the sounds of things! Shout if we can help!
     
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