Question? Tank inside switchin!

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Originally Posted by SharkBait48

Hey guys I have a brand new mint 75gal and I'm thinking instead of waiting and slowly adding stuff as my tank cycles maybe Could I just use another persons tank water and rock(with planted corals) in my new tank.
Would this allow the same growth and be detrimental?

Like a tank transfer from a cycled 120gal to a brand new 75 gal

I've done this before several times without any issues. A lot of tank transfers/moves/upgrades are done this way in fact. One precaution I would suggest is to first keep an eye on your ammonia after the transfer of rock and water. There is the potential of die off resulting in ammonia from the move. Or possibly not, but it would be wise to check just in case. Have newly mixed salt water on hand and ready for a water change also.

Also keep in mind that there some variables that may affect this approach. How much live rock are you taking from the 120 and placing into the 75g? Are you planning to put in fish right away? If so, how many fish ? You will want to put an appropriate amount of live rock in that will sustain the fish that you plan to add.