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saltyj
06/13/2011, 11:00 AM
After a year layoff, I have decided to get back into the "habit" I have set up a small 3.5 gallon on my desk at work. I have never had a nano and I am curious about the nuiances. I have about 2 pounds of live rock and 5 lbs of live sand. Approximately how much and how often do I need to make a water change during the initial cycle of the tank. I am using a small whisper filter filled with LR and plan to do a full 4 week cycle. I have no plans to add any damsels, or dead shrimp to aid the cycle. I have ten years under my belt in larger reefs and aggressive systems, but I am a noob again with this nano.
Thanks in advance
mjwz06
06/13/2011, 01:10 PM
I'm no expert on nano tanks, but...
A partial WC during any initial cycle isn't necessary, especially if you're not keeping any fish yet. I don't think size matters (in this case anyway :thumbsup:).
Once the cycle is complete, do a large WC and you're all set.
saltyj
06/13/2011, 02:27 PM
Thanks for the tip. See everyone in a few weeks when the fish and inverts are in
con999
06/13/2011, 02:49 PM
are u crazy a fish in a 3.5
msaleem
06/13/2011, 03:32 PM
are u crazy a fish in a 3.5
hes talking about smaller fish, which is possible.
thebkramer
06/13/2011, 03:36 PM
he has to be mistaken...
saltyj
06/13/2011, 03:58 PM
one perc, small anemone, crabs and snails only. Everyone relax!! :lmao:
lordofthereef
06/13/2011, 04:04 PM
I am of the opinion that a 3.5 is far too small for a perc once grown. There are some fish that would do fine, but they are much smaller.
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