reef sand instant cycle... just add fish

[Kirktimm]

well i was told three weeks but thanx since i got new sand i might have to wait 4 to 6 weeks cause of the rock

[Kirktimm]

Originally Posted by paddyob

I will not offer any other experience since you don't require it.

If you read everything, I corrected myself soon after. And apologized.

Hope your research goes better than that. Lol.

A good cycle is 4-6 weeks by the way.

GOOD luck.

what would u do if the that rock was in a tank crash.? wait the 6 weeks so i can start getten that good bacteria back into the live rock?

[paddyob]

Originally Posted by Kirktimm

what would u do if the that rock was in a tank crash.? wait the 6 weeks so i can start getten that good bacteria back into the live rock?

The best thing is ensure you get a test kit.

A tank crash causes die off even on the rock.

Add your sand and rock. Let it sit 3/4 weeks and then test it. You want ALL tests of ammonia, nitrate, nitrite to come at zero. Any levels detectable mean you are cycling.

The good bacteria is still there, it's the die off that needs to "disappear" or become neutralized and removed by filters.

Personally I say 4 weeks. 6 in extreme cases. Just let it sit. Watch the tank go through the cycle. The remaining bacteria will populate again once the toxins are gone. Your live sand will HELP. As will water changes.

There are also bacteria cultures you can add.

Dont take me wrong. I just lay it out. No offense was meant. Just be patient and get through your cycle and the tank will prosper.

Good luck.