Wanting to get started...

[willie_6]

Ok, so I have my 75 gal tank. Is it ok to fill it with water, sand, add salt and maybe throw a power head on and let it run for a week? It will be atleast a week before I can get my protein skimmer. Will the water be fine?

 

[nm reef]

Sounds like how most new systems are started...you'll need a source of ammonia to initiate the cycle.....let her rip....and good luck.

 

[willie_6]

Originally posted by NM reef
Sounds like how most new systems are started...you'll need a source of ammonia to initiate the cycle.....let her rip....and good luck.

You following me?? JK!! Source of amonia?? Is that what the shrimp does?? Thanks alot for your help!!!

 

[woodymdt]

Originally posted by Willie_6
You following me?? JK!! Source of amonia?? Is that what the shrimp does?? Thanks alot for your help!!!
Yes, that is what the raw shrimp does. Chunk it in there and let it disintegrate...about 2 weeks.
That will help kick off your cycle, then do daily tests to keep track of your spikes.
:jumping:

 

[willie_6]

Will do!! Thanks!

 

[willie_6]

Will adding live rock or live sand after the cycle re-start the cycling process? Will it have any effect?