Reef Build 2013
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Rhino
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Well crap........ Have to love the fact that I have accidentally extended this glorious process..... Live and learn. Thanks again for answering all of my questions guys. I truly appreciate your help. Look forward to meeting you all at the swap.
Ryan
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Dowtish
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gmoney means nitrates...not nitrites
That's what we are here for Ryan. You just shoulda asked about 2 weeks ago. LOL
Its all good man, this will happen again and again. This hobby will keep you on your toes for a very long time.
That's what we are here for Ryan. You just shoulda asked about 2 weeks ago. LOL
Its all good man, this will happen again and again. This hobby will keep you on your toes for a very long time.
i posted a link to an article about it a while back.
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Rhino
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So per everyone's advice I stopped dosing ammonia the other day. I am pleased to report that my nitrites have gone from off the charts to .25 this morning. Tank should be at 0 in the next day or two. Then it is time for a massive water change and FINALLY some livestock.
Are there any fish on my list that I should consider adding first or last?
Ryan
Are there any fish on my list that I should consider adding first or last?
Ryan
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Rhino
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Did u not read the article on nitrites? Lol its safe now add fish alrdy slacker!
No I totally missed it somehow. The Nitrites have already disappeared today anyways so doesn't matter much now. I won't be able to make it to the fish store for a day or two to start making some purchases. In the meantime though I need to do a massive water change to bring the Nitrates back down. What should I be looking for Nitrates wise after the water change?
Also, what would be the easiest way to mix a large amount of saltwater for this large change? Multiple buckets or a Brute? I don't have much use for any of these things after this massive water change. Thoughts?
gmoney243
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Most of the bacteria are on your rocks and sand anyway. So just do the WC how you can. Nitrates should be as low as possible even just for fish. You have some chaeto in sump? Or a place to put it and a light? That will help lower and maintain nitrates.
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Rhino
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The tank has a chamber for the chaeto. Going to pick some up soon, have to find a good way to light it though. Not sure how to light it up without a goofy looking light hanging over the back of my tank.
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Dowtish
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I wouldnt mess with chaeto given its a AIO tank. I would look into using some chemi pure elite and purigen. They both come in their own media bags and you just place them in the back. The purigen lasts forever, but you will have to change out the chemi pure elite.
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Rhino
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Ha fun because I have both of those at home right now lol. Just got to get them put into the tank.
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Rhino
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Saltwater is mixing today. Big water change tonight or tomorrow. Then Saturday is the big day. On the hunt for lots of goodies Saturday. Since I am coming from Cookeville do I need to do anything special for transportation of corals?
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