empty tanks freezing?

[angelgirl]

I have recently moved to the south and have a 100 gallon empty tank in storage, I don't have room for it yet. I was just thinking the temps get very cold here like, 0, do I need to do anything for my tank?
Thanks, I am afraid I don't know much about winterizing yet, lol I came from southern Calif.
Angelgirl

 

[orby]

I had a 125 gal sitting in my garage for almost half the winter before I gave it to a good friend of mine. It never leaked or had any problems from the cold, and I did have the same concern you did. I would say It should be ok as long as no sun shines in creating a "Hot Spot" on one part of the glass.

 

[sonny]

The cold will not hurt the tank, or the silicon used to glue it together. The only problem you might have is if there was any water in it, which I doubt there is. Silicon is very tough.
Sonny

 

[zippy]

As long as you let the temps adjust slowly before attempting to refill it you will be fine. Avoid thermal shocks, just like when you have a new thermometer, and don't fill it with hot water. You will want to bring it in and set it up before filling the next day.