So I'm new to salt water. I have a 45 gallon tank and a 20 gallon tank. And I want to hear from you all before I make a decision on these questions.
1. I know tap water isn't the best but is it do-able? After each week when I drain the tank partially I plan on replenishing it with bought salt water is that okay?
2. The 20 gallon...quarantine or sump?
3. When I add water (if i go tap route) what do I test for other than PH Amonia Nitrites Nitrates?
4. Is a 350gph a high enough flow for a 45 gallon?
5. Skimmer....do I need it right away?
6. I can add rock when I first start my cycle....can I add shrimp and crabs then too?
7. How do I add amonia to my tank when I think my cycle is complete....is there something I can buy? Or do I just throw some nasty raw shrimp in there?
8. If the cycle doesn't get rid of the ammonia in 24 hours how do I add more bacteria to the tank to process it?
Thanks in advance!!
1. I know tap water isn't the best but is it do-able? After each week when I drain the tank partially I plan on replenishing it with bought salt water is that okay?
2. The 20 gallon...quarantine or sump?
3. When I add water (if i go tap route) what do I test for other than PH Amonia Nitrites Nitrates?
4. Is a 350gph a high enough flow for a 45 gallon?
5. Skimmer....do I need it right away?
6. I can add rock when I first start my cycle....can I add shrimp and crabs then too?
7. How do I add amonia to my tank when I think my cycle is complete....is there something I can buy? Or do I just throw some nasty raw shrimp in there?
8. If the cycle doesn't get rid of the ammonia in 24 hours how do I add more bacteria to the tank to process it?
Thanks in advance!!