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08-15-2007, 04:15 PM
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 Water I am new to the salt water hobby and just beginning to start an aquarium. Two Questions: 1. A friend has a large salt water system (600+ gallons) and is going to do a water change. Would it be to my benefit to take approximately 30 gallons of his water to start my 50 gallon tank? 2. If so, what is a good way to transport 30 gallons of water. Water change is going to happen on 8/16 so your immediate response would be greatly appreciated. Thanks David  |
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08-15-2007, 04:18 PM
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| Re: Water Provided the water isn't too highly contaminated with ammonia, nitrites, nitrates, phosphates, etc. it is fine. 5 gallon buckets are a good idea. Small plastic drums as well.
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08-15-2007, 04:25 PM
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| Re: Water I would not do it.Should your friend have any latent pathogens in his tank you will bring them home to yours.Why risk it to save a few dollars. Last edited by NATIVEVAMAN; 08-15-2007 at 04:29 PM. |
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08-15-2007, 07:36 PM
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| Re: Water You'd be better off if he'd give you some live sand or a rock or two to begin the cycle and seed your sand.
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