adding small amounts of l/r to 210gal

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  1. evojoe67

    evojoe67 Aiptasia Anemone

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    can i add a small amount of uncured live rock to my 210gallon tank, without worry of an ammonia spike?
    i've been told, due to the large size of my tank, 20lbs or so at a time, should'nt have any effect on my livestock.
    i've also heard KENT MARINES ROCK PREP, is good for scrubbing uncured rock to remove die off. any thoughts?
    i was planning on giving thre rock a fresh water dip, for a few hours, before adding to my tank. good idea?
    i am sorry if my questions from this and others i've posted, seem redundant, but i'm looking to keep what i've got(livestock) alive, and help it along.thanks
     
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  2. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    I dont see a problem with 20lbs every 2 weeks. I have never used Kent marine rock prep, so I cant say.
     
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  3. evojoe67

    evojoe67 Aiptasia Anemone

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    just added 17lbs l/r, today. did a fresh water dip for about half an hour. built some caves. fish seem to love it. got another 70lbs curing at the lfs. how long should i wait before adding some more? rock is uncured.
     
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