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July 24th, 2008
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I would avoid vacuuming until you finish cycling, since you will be sucking up the benificial bacteria
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July 24th, 2008
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Fish Bum
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Thanks again for all of your help! You guys are the best!!!!!!!!
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July 24th, 2008
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Apparently, Stress Coat has a new formula that claims to neutralize ammonia too. I don't have experience with the new stuff tho.
Edit: John, I usually always agree with you, but a light vacuuming, only when needed shouldn't disturb the bacteria.......maybe 1/2 one week 1/2 the next.
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July 24th, 2008
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Lucy
Not a problem. You definetly are more knowledgable than I am about all of this stuff. So anytime I give out innaccurate information please correct me!
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July 24th, 2008
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 Not more knowledgeable, I think you'll find there are differing opinions on this. |
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July 24th, 2008
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I don't care how many opinions there are...your still more knowledable (and apparently far more humble  )! Luckily, you like to share that knowedge. |
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July 25th, 2008
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LOL, you two crack me up!!!! Thanks for everything, will let you know how things go.
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July 25th, 2008
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Make sure you cycle that tank!
Use the API Master test kit, gotta be one of the best ones out there
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July 25th, 2008
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Thanks FishFood23 and welcome to FishLore!
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July 28th, 2008
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Well, I started using Stability last Thursday. It is supposed to cycle the tank within 7 days. Anyway, I am kinda freakin out because my ammonia is 1.0, nitrite is 1.0 and nitrate is 5.0. I'm amazed that the fish are still alive! Seem to be struggling some but can anyone tell me if there will be long term affects from these toxins? What should I do?
Thanks,
Lisa
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July 28th, 2008
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Quote:
Originally Posted by scorpiogirl
Well, I started using Stability last Thursday. It is supposed to cycle the tank within 7 days. Anyway, I am kinda freakin out because my ammonia is 1.0, nitrite is 1.0 and nitrate is 5.0. I'm amazed that the fish are still alive! Seem to be struggling some but can anyone tell me if there will be long term affects from these toxins? What should I do?
Thanks,
Lisa
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As far as I know, Stability doesn't work (I don't nkow the exact details but I suspect they are similar to cycle) and can acctualy prolong the cycle. Just keep up those water changes and the fish should be fine. |
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July 28th, 2008
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Quote:
Originally Posted by scorpiogirl
LOL, you two crack me up!!!! Thanks for everything, will let you know how things go.
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I think it's the Jersey in us. lol
I don't know anything about Stability, I agree with Hatchet, daily water changes will get you and your fish through the cycle.
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August 12th, 2008
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Fish Bum
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OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WE MADE IT THROUGH THE CYCLE!!!!!!!!!!!
The fish are all doing well and I just want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who helped me when I needed it so much! YALL ARE THE BEST!!!!!!
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August 12th, 2008
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August 12th, 2008
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Fish Bum
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Thanks Lucy, you're the greatest!
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August 12th, 2008
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Fish Keeper
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Congratulations! I was wondering what happened to you.
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August 12th, 2008
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Fish Keeper
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Good job! Did you find a good LFS near you?
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August 12th, 2008
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Fish Keeper
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Great job on the cycle!
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