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RE: 14 gallon FW tank stocking

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Posted by: phishie at Wed Feb 23 18:59:46 2011  [ Report Abuse ] [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by phishie ]  
   

Have you read up on the actually processes happening during cycling? I believe the Prime has messed up your cycling (along with some other factor I haven't realized yet - affecting the pH) because of its "neutralizing" qualities. The bacteria need to adjust to the quantity there, and then when they are capable of handling it, then you can add more. So if part of the nutrients go away, and then come back it's like starting the cycle all over again. Am I making sense or just rambling? I never recommend using anything but bacterial additives while cycling. It tends to mess things up. I haven't figured out what is up with your pH yet. I know the cycle (as far as the bacteria is concerned, but not much else as far as chemistry is concerned).

Avoid large water changes at all costs. You should also remember that you did a larger water change than is required, and I'm unsure of the total effects of that alone... let alone the effects of the Prime and the water change. Have patience, and believe me it will actually help you in the long run. This is all experience. I know it can be VERY frustrating.
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