cycling requirements?

[richie1742]

is a heater required during cycling? if so, at what temp? and is it necessary to run powerheads during cycling to go along with the live sand and LR?
thx in adv. :yes:

 

[jjlittle]

I would run heater if you cant keep tank at steady temp. I would definitly run the power heads you need lots of movement with saltwater tanks.

 

[joker_ca]

run your PH's and keep your tank around 78 degrees

 

[richie1742]

really? i was told around 83 degrees.

 

[sinner's girl]

78-84, in that range, might depend on what fish/corals you get.
My tank is at 78 in the winter, and 81 in the summer.