Setting up QT
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slackjawed
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Originally Posted by salt210
http:///forum/post/2738584
no you are going to need to let it cycle.remember the bacteria has to colonize on the glass and filter media its not the water
cycle is over rated!!!
http:///forum/post/2738584
no you are going to need to let it cycle.remember the bacteria has to colonize on the glass and filter media its not the water
cycle is over rated!!!
geridoc
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al mc
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Originally Posted by GeriDoc
http:///forum/post/2738982
I have had good success with Amquel Plus while a qt cycled.
I agree. I would not attempt to quickly set up a QT tank without having it on hand. A current thread about what to have in your swf medicine cabinet has it as one of the medicines/products that is good to have on hand.
If you go with the advice of not worrying about having a cycled tank then be prepared to do large frequent water changes.
http:///forum/post/2738982
I have had good success with Amquel Plus while a qt cycled.
I agree. I would not attempt to quickly set up a QT tank without having it on hand. A current thread about what to have in your swf medicine cabinet has it as one of the medicines/products that is good to have on hand.
If you go with the advice of not worrying about having a cycled tank then be prepared to do large frequent water changes.
sepulatian
Moderator
I agree on the Amquel plus. Since you will be treating this fish with a series of formalin baths, he will not be in the QT for long.
slackjawed
Member
Originally Posted by Al Mc
http:///forum/post/2739144
I agree. I would not attempt to quickly set up a QT tank without having it on hand. A current thread about what to have in your swf medicine cabinet has it as one of the medicines/products that is good to have on hand.
If you go with the advice of not worrying about having a cycled tank then be prepared to do large frequent water changes.
that make no sence large water changes with cycled water ???????????? right?
http:///forum/post/2739144
I agree. I would not attempt to quickly set up a QT tank without having it on hand. A current thread about what to have in your swf medicine cabinet has it as one of the medicines/products that is good to have on hand.
If you go with the advice of not worrying about having a cycled tank then be prepared to do large frequent water changes.
that make no sence large water changes with cycled water ???????????? right?
sepulatian
Moderator
Originally Posted by GreyMach
http:///forum/post/2739895
ok QT is up and running. anyone have any tips on catching a yellow tang without taking apart the whole rocks setup
Try catching him when he is sleeping. If he comes to the top to feed then you can be ready with a net. You could move a portion of the rock over, making a space clear to the bottom and then drop a divider when he goes into that area. Just some suggestions. YT's are fast and can squeeze into some narrow areas. You may have to remove some of the rock.
Test your ammonia twice a day. If you notice it creeping up then add the Amquel. You can add a couple of small pieces of rock to the QT, since the medication is not going in there anyway.
Originally Posted by slackjawed
http:///forum/post/2739982
that make no sence large water changes with cycled water ???????????? right?
What doesn't make sense about it? The way to lower ammonia, nitrite, or nitrate levels is with a water change. Sometimes larger changes are needed if those readings are high. Where the water comes from does not matter as long as it has been thoroughly mixed and aerated. The biological bacteria colonizes on surfaces. Whether the water is from the display or new makes no difference.
http:///forum/post/2739895
ok QT is up and running. anyone have any tips on catching a yellow tang without taking apart the whole rocks setup
Try catching him when he is sleeping. If he comes to the top to feed then you can be ready with a net. You could move a portion of the rock over, making a space clear to the bottom and then drop a divider when he goes into that area. Just some suggestions. YT's are fast and can squeeze into some narrow areas. You may have to remove some of the rock.
Test your ammonia twice a day. If you notice it creeping up then add the Amquel. You can add a couple of small pieces of rock to the QT, since the medication is not going in there anyway.
Originally Posted by slackjawed
http:///forum/post/2739982
that make no sence large water changes with cycled water ???????????? right?
What doesn't make sense about it? The way to lower ammonia, nitrite, or nitrate levels is with a water change. Sometimes larger changes are needed if those readings are high. Where the water comes from does not matter as long as it has been thoroughly mixed and aerated. The biological bacteria colonizes on surfaces. Whether the water is from the display or new makes no difference.
al mc
Active Member
Originally Posted by slackjawed
http:///forum/post/2739982
that make no sence large water changes with cycled water ???????????? right?
Yes, You will need massive water changes(using new aged water) if you do not have any well cycled tank..Dt, QT or HT unless you have a product like Amquel plus on hand. Also, I do not advocate using using Amquel plus long term or in place of good maintenace/water changes. IMHO it should be used in emergency situations when your nitrogen cycle goes 'beserk' and you do not have some aged water ready to use for a water change.
http:///forum/post/2739982
that make no sence large water changes with cycled water ???????????? right?
Yes, You will need massive water changes(using new aged water) if you do not have any well cycled tank..Dt, QT or HT unless you have a product like Amquel plus on hand. Also, I do not advocate using using Amquel plus long term or in place of good maintenace/water changes. IMHO it should be used in emergency situations when your nitrogen cycle goes 'beserk' and you do not have some aged water ready to use for a water change.