[Sammy417]

I have a 45/45 tank where the clear coating is cracked it's about a inch long I bought it with a gun package and it's still in hydro but curious if it's safe to still use... And if not can u send them in to get fixed or is it just trash now?

[Super69ur]

I wouldn't use it. contact manufacturer for more info

[Bump_Pitch]

Many players at my field use cracked tanks, doesnt seem to be a problem

[Sammy417]

Any other input?

[Critikalstrike]

Perfectly safe to use but ugly.

[rcontrera]

Unfortunately, cracked clear coat is becoming more and more of a "norm". Filling a tank causes expansion and the cool looking clear coat used by many suppliers to dress up a tank just doesn't expand like it should.

If the crack is just in the coating and does not uncover any fibers, then it is just cosmetic. however, if it has cracked down to where you can see or feel the fibers, then it could be on it's way to the scrap heap and should be professionally inspected/evaluated.

[7paintball]

Originally Posted by rcontrera

Unfortunately, cracked clear coat is becoming more and more of a "norm". Filling a tank causes expansion and the cool looking clear coat used by many suppliers to dress up a tank just doesn't expand like it should.

If the crack is just in the coating and does not uncover any fibers, then it is just cosmetic. however, if it has cracked down to where you can see or feel the fibers, then it could be on it's way to the scrap heap and should be professionally inspected/evaluated.

Call the company that made it and make sure to let them know.

[Sammy417]

Here's a pic of it

Lil bit longer than I remembered but still any opinions on if this is safe to use still? 5months left on hydro too

[rcontrera]

Just turn it in for hydro early and have it repaired at that time.

[Sammy417]

Originally Posted by rcontrera

Just turn it in for hydro early and have it repaired at that time.

Any idea on how much a repair would be like this one here?

[Rob @ Ninja PB]

Originally Posted by Sammy417

Any idea on how much a repair would be like this one here?

Each manufacturer has a different way of handling cracked tank warranty issues. You will want to call the manufacturer of the bottle you have a crack in to see if there is any cost associated with getting it fixed.

If yours is a Ninja, we have a program in place where you can send it in for free to get a new gel coating applied and the bottle manufacturer will also pay for the return shipping to get it back to you. It takes 3-5 business days from the date they receive your bottle to get the work completed and ship the bottle back to you

[Sammy417]

Thanks rob ! My new tank with tax money is goin to be a ninja!

[Deathwish_DW]

Originally Posted by Sammy417

Thanks rob ! My new tank with tax money is goin to be a ninja!

That's an excellent choice.