The Ecosystem in My Basement (FLOODED!)

[@coralfish12g]

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[@garenmatsumoto6139]

no

[@Mastersofnishikigoi]

Wtf

[@BAGINAZARD]

Flex tape it.

[@kunkhmer-xj7zj]

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[@aminabenzeroual9187]

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[@ginnipig]

Dam George change the other glass panel out while you have it drained! Hate to have this happen again.

[@V8ToYy]

yea, seems like a bit of a oversight there

[@falcolf]

Agreed!!

[@marimarkatupacatwaina]

Better safe than sorry!

[@CapricornOneTarot]

Yeah, with all of the resources you have at your fingertips, I'm shocked the other panel wasn't just ordered to be swapped out as well.

[@murderedmax8292]

Agreed, I couldn’t fill that back up knowing I didn’t change both sides. Just waiting to have an issue again

[@rileyh2675]

Wow, thats a pressure break for sure. The fact that it slowed down after the water level dropped significantly is honestly expected. The glass was forced out of place by the pressure of the water, so when the water is gone there isn't any pressure to push it out of place anymore.

[@adambgunn]

Physics!

[@braxlucky5718]

Nah he cracked it himself and just randomly had the exact size acrylic panel on deck to replace it with l.

[@Fitbit-zt3my]

@@braxlucky5718he wouldn’t do that because if he did he would have a immediate fix to the solution cause koi is expensive as well as the glass that broke

[@-touya_todoroki]

​@@braxlucky5718people who own large aquariums often either have very common panes you can easily get or back up panes of Glass. So it's not unreasonable that he had replacement panes or pane of glass

[@braxlucky5718]

@@-touya_todoroki it was an acrylic panel and they don’t just have them floating around taking up space and it would have been a custom panel as-well so why not make a big dramatic video while changing out glass that you where going to do anyway.

[@mattdombrowski8435]

It might be wise to get a moisture sensor or two, put them near the pond, and hook them into some kind of alarm. If this happens again, finding out sooner rather than later would be better.

[@garyhamilton2104]

Or a water level alarm, if water level drops is easier to detect than what moisture is, and it's better against false positive.

[@Aroe48]

George talking about how dangerous the glass panes are while wearing sandals, no gloves or eye protection

[@coralfish12g]

I knew this comment was coming 😅

[@dranide]

This is embarrassing. What horrible craftsmanship. For someone you vouched for so much. And their product fucking sucks. Pathetic

[@perlamontesdeoca1790]

@@coralfish12gyea sir, where are you shoes!!

[@rileyh2675]

@@coralfish12g all's well that ends well. It's a stressful situation I think we all get it if you think of the fish first lol

[@Qoo1664]

not tempered glass?

[@Anonymous_Lee19]

3:25 Flex Tape marketing definitely works... That's the first thing I thought of as well.

[@sakdaa476]

Me too

[@Jaiden-2013]

Me too

[@deep4797]

Rust can expand right? The steelplates that where holding the glass was all rusted. can the rust over time create tension so the glass crack?

[@micstraitee01]

Well this answered my question swapping the glass for acrylic. I am not taking a chance for the pond windows.

[@duckmama]

Your mom is being a lot more calm and patient about this than I'd be 😂 you owe her big time, sir

[@j.l.912]

Are they just going to ignore the fact there was rust all over that steel? I can’t believe he didn’t have steel capped shoes on…

[@culturebreath369]

Yeah kinda crazy. Hes just gonna have more issues later unless he really fixes up this tank. 😂

[@t4cot4ctical]

George, you have some really great parents. I've been watching you since before I had my own kid, and I'm just so impressed by the lengths they go to encourage and support your dreams and schemes. I hope I can be just as supportive of my son....and I hope he keeps his ponds outside lol

[@LadyMaeghan]

"The glass is SUPER dangerous shards!" - Let's be in BARE FEET!! My dude, what were you thinking!?!?

[@Emiz3e]

“Might actually kill you” STILL WEAR SHOES ITS SAFER

[@RogueAquariums]

Glad the install of the acrylic panel went well. You’re right, it’s much more clearer than glass with out any distortions and you can sand most scratches out unlike glass.

[@McSwiggle]

You are crazy moving a heavy cracked glass panel while barefoot or wearing sandals!

[@bpx2798]

Can't wait for part 2 where you'll replace the other cracked glass panel!

[@aadhinannthamanathe2271]

He can put a rim of glass pane all around sides from inside with glued nothing would destroy it 😂

[@DAAC86]

I worked in a public aquarium where we had one of our tanks get a huge crack in the glass and water was rushing out fast, im so happy it happened doing work hours and not doing the night or something or it could have drained our whole system of water so yeah cracked glass is never fun

[@SidOnVal]

wouldnt it be better if you replaced all the glass with acrylic ?

[@susanthakuri8377]

isnt acrylic expensive?

[@adambgunn]

How about transparent aluminum?! jk... I am a huge acrylic fan and would 100% replace all the glass with acrylic, esp in any area prone to earthquakes.

[@SidOnVal]

@@susanthakuri8377 its a long term investment , coz the other glasses might break

[@potatoman7594]

expensive, dangerous, and unnecessary.

[@akedohishmeh1489]

@@susanthakuri8377but he’s a KZbinr and KZbins make a lot of money right

[@WaynesWorldStudioVancouver]

Maybe the next design, installing a drain around the floor like a shower pan! At least it was a slow leak giving time to remove the fishes!

[@JrueThrondsen]

I don't understand why a drain wasn't in that room.

[@TealStarLight5]

What kind of gloves are used for the broken glass??? Would always love to have some pairs ready for any emergencies.

[@azjuuladjeck]

hey George, I can say for 99,9% sure it started in the corner, most material tension is corner. Beside that, the top of the crack where you hurt your finger cant be shaped like that if this was the tension point. Glass was probably all fine tho, i suspect just 1 single grain of dirt between the frame and the glass while having an decent amount of pressure from the water.

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

Opposite. The crack started with 99,9 % at the top because of the rusted steelframe and travelled down to the corner.

[@djjoelb]

did you change the other glass too? maybe you should juuuust in case? lol

[@TYB-Official-Builders]

Dunno about you but it seems obvious to me the steel when it rusted expanded putting pressure on the glass same happens with steel linked above windows and doors in the uk this action is powerful enough to push brickwork up and crack buildings

[@tthappyrock368]

I'm glad the fish are all doing fine and that you didn't lose any! I hope everything in the basement didn't get damaged by the water!

[@sosoblackfeather]

Grateful you were able to save the fish & replace the glass on your tank❤ Another story with a happy ending❤

[@Soulessdeeds]

I've moved my Koi several times before. They are allot hardier than your average fish. As long as the moves are quick they will be fine.

[@FECtetra1918]

I would say they are almost immortal. Lol You have to mess things up pretty badly to kill them.

[@AW-yv9sq]

It’s all hyped up drama for views

[@bkm2797]

Yikes, and you didn't bump it or anything. The important thing is you were able to get it all cleaned up, and replace it with plexiglass (which I hope doesn't crack). George, you handled it like a pro, and so did your mom. Thanks for taking us along, see you soon.🐠💕👍

[@Shushfrrn]

Wdym bump it💀 is he the hulk or smth😂

[@MichaelRoninTV]

I'm glad your fish made it and all is well in the end. In my opinion, that original glass isn't thick enough for that kind of load. Acrylic will be the much better option. I'd do the other sheet as soon as possible. I know it's pricey but it's cheaper than losing your fish and flooding your house if it explodes.

[@theo21021]

Maybe you shouldn't be working with heavy glass barefoot?

[@ultimatefishkeeping]

Hi George. I hope you are well, Sir. Thankfully, Ed managed to come to your aid sooner rather than later to help you with that emergency that could have been a painful catastrophe. Keep your head up. We all experience some kind of disaster in this hobby. Take care, Sir. P.S. I hope your Dad was not annoyed about that. It is also a good thing that in your basement is not wooden flooring. 🤙🏼🙂🤙🏼❤️

[@hannahkirbyy]

For those who don't wanna watch the full 14 min video, basically it's this short with more detail and in the end he replaces the glass with acrylic

[@deidrecalabro5725]

Oh man, that’s so scary. So glad you got it fixed. You should’ve switched out the other one too with the acrylic.🐠🎏🐟

[@hakonsgaming535]

I think Acrylic is probably better for this design, the problem with bolting in a glass pane like that is that glass is inherently prone to fracturing and even a tiny imbalance in pressure can cause it to crack and the pressure can actually weaken it over time. That's why the aquarium hobby didn't really pick up till silicone sealed and glued tanks appeared. You can find old metal frame tanks where the glass just brakes eventually because a tiny imbalance in pressure just eventually wins and the pane cracks.

[@caylab3823]

Look how excited they were to be back in their home!! Welcoming everyone 😂 so cute!

[@Napkinthekat]

3:59 the flex tape guy actually passed away a while ago I wonder if they still run the commercials he used to be in. I mean I feel like it would be kinda distasteful if the company were still using his face unless the family gave them permission and is getting a cut of the profits. I forgot what he died of though.

[@noaddedsugar_]

whats the thickness of the shattered glass and the new acrylics? sorry. im new here.. ✌️

[@bravehearts1986]

Everyones worst nightmare for sure with aquariums. Also that lawyer ad was pretty random lol

[@MuffinTin36]

I know! Did he get that sponsorship after the cracked glass incident or before? What perfect timing for this video

[@88Atwood88]

I couldn't find the update of your rescue fish that you got from the pond? Did you keep any of them?

[@SkyOctopus1]

Would laminated glass help? Presumably only a single pane would crack at a time.

[@FwalloYTiswatchingyou]

oh my god I can't imagine that ever happening to me wow that must have filled you with fear. especially in the morning. god bless you I'm glad you fixed it and I hope it never happens to you OR ANYONE ELSE. keep on making amazing videos

[@Msheeran83]

The tile in the same corner is cracked. The tank has obviously settled down a little on the right hand side and caused the glass to crack. I’ve seen this happen before

[@ColossalKoi]

Dang!!! George…?what an nightmare.. you handled it well bro.. had all the right emergency tools… dope❤

[@cloverhills297]

This is a phenomenal pond. In terms of the back section, is it basically a concrete/cement structure, sealed with something, with a glass front?

[@Skipp160]

Do you use any special lighting so the koi don’t loose there color ?

[@johncameron4194]

Would it not be better to replace the other side as well?

[@Nathan-wn5mc]

Is a slab of glass or a slab of acrylic more expensive? I've cut myself on thick glass on a few tank builds. Takes forever to stop bleeding.

[@jacksonsparrow8865]

How did it crack?

[@triunfoelectoralppd-precin3368]

They dont know😅

[@zoieashcraft7788]

It was a Nail

[@nickv6568]

Should you not use stainless steel instead of normal steel to avoid rust?

[@spanishpickles1642]

is that rust from the steel not bad for the water and fish??

[@Shushfrrn]

I dont think its rust i think its just dirt and debris that have built up

[@MagnaRads]

Acrylic is the way to go did you use epoxy against the wood frame to seal it?

[@InappropriateReefer]

Amazing that the Flex Seal actually works, gonna have to buy a roll for emergency... 😆

[@marclenraymagdaraog691]

Yeah they also sometimes use that on SHips.. idk if it's flex seal brand but they have a similar tape that they use as emergency when there's a hole in a ship or something.

[@Stargazer771]

How would that glass suddenly have just broken? And what about the other panels why would you leave those potentially leading to other breaks? And the massive rust that was visible inside the tank, that seems like a big underlying problem.

[@masteraquaticsjustcallmeed5115]

First off Goerge, MOM LOOKS AWESOME!!!! Please tell her hello for me!!! 2ndly, I was in SHOCK when I saw the crack! Literally hope all the Koi's are doing great and not one was hurt! To the "extra" comments about the sandals etc, When you wake up to a catastrophe like this one, the LAST THING WE THINK ABOUT is what you are wearing! Period!

[@drea4195]

Yeah, but that doesn't excuse not wearing shoes DAYS LATER when they were actually replacing the glass. That would have been plenty of time for it to occur to him to put some decent footwear on.

[@garysoutar451]

Realistically you would be better putting that bit of patch glass onto the inside of the tank. The pressure of the water would help make a seal,where as putting it on the outside the pressure is still pushing in the crack. Actually repaired a leaking tank using that method and it held for years.looked crap but did the job.

[@Smoshylife]

Smart. Use rustable metal with water. What could go wrong?

[@adamnicholson3951]

What happened to your shintaro koi? Glad you got it sorted 👍

[@xophanlo8802]

Wait, where’s the koi you gave to your mom for Valentine’s Day???

[@jenni7747]

You make catching them look easy!! I just rebuilt my pond and getting them from qt to new pond 2 of them got bruised 😢

[@Vincent.Mansion]

both side acrylic or just the broken part bro ?

[@StanTheObserver-lo8rx]

Acrylic lasts forever. My 240 has taken a beating since the 80's and there it is today,with my best effort ever with plants ,fish, and also terrestrial plants and roots.

[@glenndhooge6787]

every aquarists worst nighmare. waking up to a cracked or broken tank

[@LapeyLou]

Glass is so annoying… it could have literally been a rough grain of sand sitting down in the corner. Over time the pressure builds and I bet the stress of a big water change was just enough to cause it to finally crack. I can’t believe you didn’t replace the other pane with acrylic while he was there!! I wouldn’t be able to sleep knowing that could happen again 😭 I’m glad the fish were okay, and hopefully there wasn’t any long term damage to the house!

[@calireeflife8330]

threw me off with name change but you have out grown the 12 g! wish you nothing but success! 5 years or more of watching .

[@ksparky4962]

George, I'm so glad that it all worked out. I love your videos. I do have a question. How is the acrylic window working out? Where did you get the acrylic window? What size did you order, and what was the cost? I'm trying to decide between using glass or acrylic windows. I am planning to build an above-ground 5500-gallon koi pond, and I want to put three windows. I've been looking around, but I'm unsure who to trust. Any advice would help.

[@AnimalStories1221]

Apriciate your content bro, keep up the great content💯💯

[@falcolf]

I love this basement koi pond so much 😂❤

[@belart7057]

I think is not enough room for these koi they need to be in a big outside pond in my opinion....they are bored

[@Mouseketeerjamie]

George not wearing shoes while moving the broken glass got my anxiety level ☝🏼

[@condesdelicafe5982]

Well done job changing the glass and wearing Nike slides. LOL

[@JayH7745]

I'm glad it's fixed now George. Great job you guys. I was very worried that your Dad was going to come down and see the whole mess. I was sweating bullets.

[@maryswanson9982]

Dad has always wanted to bbq the fish!!!

[@BigYouDog]

Is this a single layer of aquarium glass? Double laminate should be used.

[@deborahminter6231]

I am glad you were able to save the fish.🦈

[@KaylinOlive]

Had same ishue on my dig but small tank and fish all ways act the same they hang out by the crack looking at you freak out 😂😂

[@XBullitt16X]

How does glass that thick crack like that ?

[@marclewism]

Thermal expansion cracked that glass?

[@joshdouglas4922]

I love your videos I like that fishing area and I like it so freaking much is making me cry so much😢

[@sal9842]

Why was the decision to use glass instead of acrylic originally just wondering what the mindset was. Was it cheaper? Was it easier? Was it more available? I’m really curious and I’m glad you weren’t hurt or the fish.

[@JohnT2088]

Money? Much much cheaper im assuming

[@frosty820]

The Morgan and Morgan add is crazy😂

[@saulotamarez7846]

All the rust is not bad for the water?

[@katarazokolove]

Lmao not me listening to him say how dangerous moving the glass was and I’m over here just staring at his exposed toe beans imagining them getting guillotined

[@Davidj3]

I wonder if you hit the Glass with your sump pump when your bringing up the pump. I do that alot with my pond.

[@mercygirl317]

if your dad finds out YOU could always call morgan & morgan george 🤣 idk how he didnt know, is he ever home? lol seriously tho your moms the best💜 and im glad it worked out.

[@saniis--g3907]

Nightmare of any aquerianer. :c I am so glad no fish get hurted and you and your family is safe (except your finger). Would cry my tank full with tears if that would happen to me!

[@eldridgehenry2]

SUP FELLAS! GREAT JOB OF KEEPING US INFORMED

[@StarTexaspets]

Glad your fish all made it 🙏✌️

[@ricoli81]

I have use the way Dustin teaching and until today the tank no more leaking and has been running 3 years I’m still keeping 6 CD cover just in case in future, I need it haha

[@Angeebabez8991]

I love your videos!!!!!!😂😂😂😂

[@EnglishAquarist]

Best foot protection. I also only wear sliders or am barefoot. Beautiful fish all safe now.

[@figaro19781025]

I can’t believe he let you handle that broken glass with bare feet.

[@emmmuck]

Glad that u still can film it down and immediately bunfle up with sponsor.

[@DemarcusQ]

You should have some of that flex seal on hand hopefully next time you can just dab some of it on there to stop the leak to begin a repair. (Writing this as you’re talking about flex seal) lol

[@Andy-Ryukin]

Am so sorry this happened to you I have had this happen on a tank of mine and it was tiny compared to this and it was a very horrible situation hope you managed to get all the damage sorted

[@CMZneu]

the tape or glass should be on the inside so the pressure holds it against the glass

[@marclenraymagdaraog691]

Yup this is correct. otherwise the tape would just fall off.

[@potatoman7594]

the guy who made it literally shows himself putting it on the outside of water leaks 🤦

[@michaelkrynski7793]

Hello from Schaumburg, Illinois! :)

[@Gehtdichnixan876]

In a case like that i use underwater silicone glue for Swimmingpools and Aquarium. So you have 2 or 3 more days more time. You can fix the crack and stabilize it with plastic or glass or metal. It hold normally life long but not look well. And sometimes it hold only some days because you not see very fine cracks before. But it gives you minimum some days to repear. If you glue it from the inside the pressure not is on the crack if you repair it from the outside the pressure is on the crack. Thats why i have a silicone i can use unter water to repair and it dry underwater So maby you can install the new window from the inside before you cut of the old one from the outside

[@RKLamont-xi9qe]

SCARY STUFF 😮😢😂❤AWESOME SAVE😅

[@joshdouglas4922]

I love the gold one❤🎉 I want the orange one and white one that’s my favorite mall

[@Maxsmom13]

Wow that is crazy! Glad you caught it fast!

[@eg4378]

Gorilla waterproof patch and seal tape works great. Can be installed under water. Good luck.

[@FECtetra1918]

Dude, why didn’t you replace the other piece?

[@chrisvasquez1534]

Best mom ever bro!

[@az_street_walker4181]

Bro seems to have a bunch of issues with this basement tank the last video I seen on it it was leaking real bad now a whole ass crack how did this happen bro. I hope you’re able to get this tank figured out because it’s a really cool ya k