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  1. Knano

    Knano Plankton

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    Hey everyone,

    I am new to 3reef and am new to reef keeping. I have wanted to keep a reef aquarium for a long time, but something always got in the way. That time is history. I have a JBJ 12 NC, I just got my liverock today. Let the cycling begin! I am so excited. I changed out the stock pump with a MJ-900 and have added an additional powerhead for xtra circulation. I have done a lot of reading and research yet, I still feel like I don't know anything. Any advice or tricks of the trade would be appreciated. I hope to have pictures soon. Thanks.:)
     
    Knano, Mar 16, 2011
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  2. link248

    link248 Ritteri Anemone

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    Welcome to 3reef. First thing is to be patient. Let your tank do a full cycle. Do about a gallon a week water change and check your parameters every week before you do you water change. Once your ammonia is at 0 and you have little to no nitrates, then you are ready to add your first fish.

    What are you planning to do with the tank?
     
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  3. Knano

    Knano Plankton

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    Softies, clownfish, and firefish? Not sure if firefish would overload system?
     
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  4. JJL

    JJL Purple Tang

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    :) welcome! :)
     
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  5. link248

    link248 Ritteri Anemone

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    make sure to get a mini skimmer if you are adding corals. Once your cycle is done, you can add a pair of ocellaris clown fish. Just remember to take your time and be patient
     
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  6. steve wright

    steve wright Super Moderator

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    welcome to 3 reef knano

    Steve
     
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  7. Clonefarmer

    Clonefarmer Millepora

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    Welcome to 3reef!
     
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  8. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Welcome to 3reef
     
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  9. makeshiftcrew

    makeshiftcrew Gigas Clam

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    Welcome to the reef! Always remember take your time and do it right the first time
     
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  10. homegrowncorals

    homegrowncorals Ribbon Eel

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    Hello and welcome to 3reef
     
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