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Old February 19th, 2009  
Fish Helper
 
Cycle and Water Change question

Hey Guys!

I'm new to the aquarium hobby and I just read a BUNCH of articles on the fishlore website. I have a few questions about starting off:

1) How long would it typically take for the cycle to finish if I put something like Stability or Cycle in?

2) If doing a cycling fish-less, do I have to do water changes weekly?

3) Has anyone used Jebo products? Anyone have any reviews about these products?

Thanks everyone for all your help in advance!
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Old February 19th, 2009  
Fish Keeper
 
check this thread out, its a great read for fish-less cycling
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Old February 19th, 2009  
Moderator
 
Welcome to Fish Lore

1) Cycle contains the wrong kind of bacteria. It'll starve the bacteria you're trying to develop and not allow your tank to cycle properly. If you stop using it, the cycle will crash.
I'm not sure what Stability is supposed to do but if it's a bacterial suppliment, my opinion on it is that it acts the same way as cycle.

2) No That's the beauty of fish less cycling. No water changes and no fish are harmed.

3) Nope, sorry.

Here's a link to Ammonia instructions for a fishless cycle

Good luck cycling. Have patience, it takes time
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Old February 19th, 2009  
Fish Helper
 
Awesome read! Thanks! ^^

I will try this when I set up my 40 gallon.

I dont know if I missed this while reading that awesome article, but, about how long would it take to cycle my tank using this method?

Last edited by ooibhuskyoo; February 19th, 2009 at 01:46 AM.
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Old February 19th, 2009  
Fish Mentor
 
Welcome to FishLore!

I have two words, "Be Patient" It is a wonderful hobby to pickup, you will enjoy it.
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Old February 19th, 2009  
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Good luck with your tank.
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Old February 19th, 2009  
Fish Mentor
 
It depends, can take up to 6 weeks or less.
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Old February 19th, 2009  
Fish Helper
 
Will do guys! I am already loving this hobby.

My girlfriend's sister had a 10-gallon that I used to take care of a lot, and that's how I got into this hobby. I then wanted something bigger (plus all her fish died due to negligence) so I did a lot of research. I also found a brand new 40-gallon for cheap ($40). So now I want to set up my tank legit!

Trust me, I will be on here a lot with tons of questions for all you fish pros!
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Old February 19th, 2009  
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Wow, great price for a 40g!
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Old February 19th, 2009  
Fish Helper
 
Thanks! I know. I think this is why I love more local fish stores than petsmart or petco! Plus they always seem to be more knowledgeable!
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