Recent content by BLPavlovich

Why does my water look Like it has a brownish tint to the water... What happened to the crystal clear?

I am new to this and still learning what others prefer...or think is best to use. Sorry for the dumb question. I just want the best for my soon to be new babies!

What do you think about API SW master test kits.... Is it any good?

Sorry all nitrate should have read 160ppm

Oh, new readings today before I put the cured live rock in PH 8.3 nitrate 60ppm nitrite 2ppm ammonia .25ppm Salinity 1.25

Man, y'all are good! Thanks again for the replies! I will start the water changes now. My plans for my fish are to trade them back to the store I bought them from, unless that's a bad idea, and get other fish I want. I would keep them, but from my readings they are not compatible with what...

Kurt_Nelson, thanks for the reply... You think? So based on my levels right now do you think we can determine an estimated time line for the cycle to complete?

How many lbs of LR for 55 gallon?

Thanks sasharples, I will go tomorrow and pick some up! Do I keep the current fish in the tank? Do you know, estimate is fine, how long this takes using the LR?

I do thank y'all for the replies! I did do my research and yes I also talked with a local store for proper start up. I followed his directions along with all post directions. I have a fish only tank so i discussed the live rock with our local store he said the fish would work just fine and he...

Hi all, I need help! My 55 gal saltwater tank will not cycle after 8 weeks. What am I doing wrong? Here are the details;:banghead: 55 gal 2/28/2011 set up live sand fake plants Protein Skimmer heater bio wheel filter...if that make sense 2nd day of cycling I put in 6 damsels to help cycle -...