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lcstorc · 07-12-2007, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Rep. Day

LOL....well I have gone from staring at bubbles to rocks now....I am getting better....smile.

Dave

Next you get to stare at bugs and critters.

Try looking at night with a flashlight. If you want to see some really cool stuff try a red flashlight. It is amazing what goes on in our tanks after lights out.

caitrina · 07-12-2007, 03:52 PM

I remember those days and it was fun....

Rep. Day · 07-12-2007, 05:04 PM

Not that it is that impressive, but if I can figure out how to post a few pics on here I will....when it clears up some...but it is doing that pretty fast actually. Anyway, things seem to be moving pretty good.

Thanks to all of you....you folks are GREAT!

Dave

Craig Manoukian · 07-12-2007, 06:49 PM

Find a fish compatablity chart, there was one at Drs Foster & Smith at one time. Remember add fish from least to most aggressive and don't over crowd/stock the tank. Happy reefing!

Rep. Day · 07-12-2007, 07:47 PM

I did find a compatability chart, and a few books....love to read this stuff. I think I have a simi-plan, I need to put it on paper so I don't forget it.

Anyway, the rocks are in, the water is starting to clear...any ideas of how long it will be before the levels start going up? The LR was pretty clean and cured and after it had been in for about 5 or 6 hours I tested amonia just for grins, it was still zero. When should I expect levels like it to go up some?

Dave

Melanie · 07-12-2007, 08:14 PM

I love your questions! I am following closely because I just emptied my tank and I'll be right behind you!

Craig Manoukian · 07-12-2007, 08:45 PM

Have you added a stocking full of three to four large raw shrimp?

Rep. Day · 07-12-2007, 08:47 PM

No I have not, I have to attend an awards ceremony the next two days and didn't want to do that until I could be home for a few days in a row. I was under the impression that LR would make it start cycling? Is that not correct? I know the shrimp will make it happen faster.

Thanks for your help!

Dave

Rep. Day · 07-12-2007, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Melanie

I love your questions! I am following closely because I just emptied my tank and I'll be right behind you!

it is great to know that I am not the only one with the questions.

Thanks,
Dave

Craig Manoukian · 07-13-2007, 12:16 AM

The shrimp will ensure the ammonia spike is high enough to foster good denitrfying bacteria growth. Since your LR was partially cycled I suggest the shrimp.

caitrina · 07-13-2007, 12:33 AM

Rah rah shish boom bah...go shrimp, go shrimp! There a little cheer to encourage the dead shrimp cycling method! Best way to go!

lcstorc · 07-13-2007, 06:06 AM

Let the shrimp start to rot while you are away. Then you should have some interresting levels when you get back. With the LR it depends on the die-off. The shrimp will definitely kick it off.

DrHank · 07-13-2007, 06:38 AM

The live rock by itself may not kick off the cycle. If you got very good rock with little decaying material, it may not cycle by itself. The two times in the past year that I added rock it was going into an established tank. I purchased mine from folks who had established tanks and were moving. I moved the rock and kept it submerged during transit. When I got it home it went directly into my display.

There are a lot of tricks to learn and the longer you're in the hobby the more you'll learn. In your case I'd do as Lynn says and sock some shrimp, pop them in your tank, take off and don't worry about a thing.

BigAl07 · 07-13-2007, 07:49 AM

That's exactly right... when I got my LR it had very little die off. I kept waiting for a "cycle" to happen and either it didn't happen or I blinked and missed it

I added a "shrimp-a-roo" and that kicked it off nicely. Glad I didn't add fish to it instead!! That wouldn't be cool!!

Good luck and keep us posted.

Allen

Craig Manoukian · 07-13-2007, 09:57 AM

Don't forget the old nylon stocking for the shrimp. Much less messy and detritus!

07-12-2007, 03:52 PM	#47 (permalink)
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Rep. Day Midas Blenny Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 120 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Hello All... Not that it is that impressive, but if I can figure out how to post a few pics on here I will....when it clears up some...but it is doing that pretty fast actually. Anyway, things seem to be moving pretty good. Thanks to all of you....you folks are GREAT! Dave __________________ 55 gal. Remora Pro Skimmer w/Mag 350 pump Magnum 350 Canister Filter 200 w heater Maxi Jet 1200 Power Head (rotating) Maxi Jet 900 Power Head (rotating) Temp. stable at 79.5 Salt stable at 1.023 75lb Live Rock, 1 Banded Shrimp, 3 Yellow Tailed Damsiels, 2 O. Clowns, numerous crabs and snails, 1 sandsifter starfish. Looking for a bigger tank. Pretty new at this.

07-12-2007, 06:49 PM	#49 (permalink)
Craig Manoukian Regular Guy Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Marina Del Ray, CA Posts: 18,233 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Hello All... Find a fish compatablity chart, there was one at Drs Foster & Smith at one time. Remember add fish from least to most aggressive and don't over crowd/stock the tank. Happy reefing! __________________ Currently tankless. 20 Gallon mini reef with mated pair of Maroon Clowns given to Rougiem! 80 gallon reef given to Rougiem/Wooster HS.

07-12-2007, 07:47 PM	#50 (permalink)
Rep. Day Midas Blenny Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 120 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Hello All... I did find a compatability chart, and a few books....love to read this stuff. I think I have a simi-plan, I need to put it on paper so I don't forget it. Anyway, the rocks are in, the water is starting to clear...any ideas of how long it will be before the levels start going up? The LR was pretty clean and cured and after it had been in for about 5 or 6 hours I tested amonia just for grins, it was still zero. When should I expect levels like it to go up some? Dave __________________ 55 gal. Remora Pro Skimmer w/Mag 350 pump Magnum 350 Canister Filter 200 w heater Maxi Jet 1200 Power Head (rotating) Maxi Jet 900 Power Head (rotating) Temp. stable at 79.5 Salt stable at 1.023 75lb Live Rock, 1 Banded Shrimp, 3 Yellow Tailed Damsiels, 2 O. Clowns, numerous crabs and snails, 1 sandsifter starfish. Looking for a bigger tank. Pretty new at this.

07-12-2007, 08:14 PM	#51 (permalink)
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07-12-2007, 08:45 PM	#52 (permalink)
Craig Manoukian Regular Guy Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Marina Del Ray, CA Posts: 18,233 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Hello All... Have you added a stocking full of three to four large raw shrimp? __________________ Currently tankless. 20 Gallon mini reef with mated pair of Maroon Clowns given to Rougiem! 80 gallon reef given to Rougiem/Wooster HS.

07-12-2007, 08:47 PM	#53 (permalink)
Rep. Day Midas Blenny Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 120 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Hello All... No I have not, I have to attend an awards ceremony the next two days and didn't want to do that until I could be home for a few days in a row. I was under the impression that LR would make it start cycling? Is that not correct? I know the shrimp will make it happen faster. Thanks for your help! Dave __________________ 55 gal. Remora Pro Skimmer w/Mag 350 pump Magnum 350 Canister Filter 200 w heater Maxi Jet 1200 Power Head (rotating) Maxi Jet 900 Power Head (rotating) Temp. stable at 79.5 Salt stable at 1.023 75lb Live Rock, 1 Banded Shrimp, 3 Yellow Tailed Damsiels, 2 O. Clowns, numerous crabs and snails, 1 sandsifter starfish. Looking for a bigger tank. Pretty new at this.

07-13-2007, 12:16 AM	#55 (permalink)
Craig Manoukian Regular Guy Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Marina Del Ray, CA Posts: 18,233 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Hello All... The shrimp will ensure the ammonia spike is high enough to foster good denitrfying bacteria growth. Since your LR was partially cycled I suggest the shrimp. __________________ Currently tankless. 20 Gallon mini reef with mated pair of Maroon Clowns given to Rougiem! 80 gallon reef given to Rougiem/Wooster HS.

07-13-2007, 12:33 AM	#56 (permalink)
caitrina Golden Moray Join Date: May 2007 Location: Somewhere in Florida Posts: 2,588 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Hello All... Rah rah shish boom bah...go shrimp, go shrimp! There a little cheer to encourage the dead shrimp cycling method! Best way to go! __________________ A reef tank is like a potato chip, you can't have just one! Chronicles Cat's Healing Gift: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...ling-gift.html Cat’s 90 Gallon Toy: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...allon-toy.html 24 G Mystery Pod: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...stery-pod.html

07-13-2007, 06:06 AM	#57 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 20,003 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Hello All... Let the shrimp start to rot while you are away. Then you should have some interresting levels when you get back. With the LR it depends on the die-off. The shrimp will definitely kick it off. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back. In Loving Memory Of Z 01/22/07 - 08/19/08

07-13-2007, 06:38 AM	#58 (permalink)
DrHank Golden Moray Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Crestview, FL Posts: 2,284 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Hello All... The live rock by itself may not kick off the cycle. If you got very good rock with little decaying material, it may not cycle by itself. The two times in the past year that I added rock it was going into an established tank. I purchased mine from folks who had established tanks and were moving. I moved the rock and kept it submerged during transit. When I got it home it went directly into my display. There are a lot of tricks to learn and the longer you're in the hobby the more you'll learn. In your case I'd do as Lynn says and sock some shrimp, pop them in your tank, take off and don't worry about a thing. __________________ Doc Dr Hank's 210 Build: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...nks-tanks.html

07-13-2007, 07:49 AM	#59 (permalink)
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07-13-2007, 09:57 AM	#60 (permalink)
Craig Manoukian Regular Guy Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Marina Del Ray, CA Posts: 18,233 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Hello All... Don't forget the old nylon stocking for the shrimp. Much less messy and detritus! __________________ Currently tankless. 20 Gallon mini reef with mated pair of Maroon Clowns given to Rougiem! 80 gallon reef given to Rougiem/Wooster HS.

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