Rust

[ncabw]

i have a 125 gallon tank with a 70-80 gallon sump underneath. the sump is right under the stand which is metal(A Hagen) i've noticed rust pretty much on all the posts. should i be worried about the strength of the metal now(i've been told not to). I know rust is bad for the water what would be the best way to clean it off and then how do you prevent it. Not sure if its coming from my skimmer since it almost hits the bottom of my DT like 2" away. Or just leaks in my plumbing. Thanks for the help in advane

 

[t316]

Cover the sump completly, then lightly sand off the visible rust from the stand. Then paint (brush, not spray) with some good marine paint to help prevent it from happening again.

 

[robertmathern]

Originally Posted by T316
http:///forum/post/2889160
Cover the sump completly, then lightly sand off the visible rust from the stand. Then paint (brush, not spray) with some good marine paint to help prevent it from happening again.
+1 when I had a metal stand I coated it with plasti-dip. IT will put a rubber coating on it but you have to geet the rust off first.