I hear a lot about these seals and I know how hard it is to find them. I'm debating about buying the mini with this problem sticking in my brain. I know that if you use them very often the seals will flatten and will stay that way, so replacing is really the only solution. And, users are not the only people that are aware of this problem. Vendors know of this and their solution is to charge $9.00 to $10.00 a piece plus $2.00 to $3.00 for shipping. The best way to defend ourselves of this raping is to boycott the Nautilus and complain to Aspire, and just maybe they'll include replacement seals with these already inflation priced tanks. But, I wouldn't hold my breath!
I'll probably buy one like a fool and when the seals die, if the tank is my go to, just buy a new one. Makes one feel like a ..... that didn't get kissed!!!!!!