Should I add that rock?

[saltbubbles]

All right we are starting to set up a 25 gallon tank in our bedroom. I don't know squat but I've managed to keep my 65 gallon well for a little while:yay: We have never started a tank so the question is:

Should I place a rock that has been in my sump for the 65 in the 20 to help the cycle?
If so, what are the steps should I just place it in.

We used dry base rock and live sand.

I'm in no hurry to cycle it but I want to succeed just in case I ever have to start say a 500gal lol.

 

[rdnelson]

The rock out of your sump is now live and would help seed the sand and dry rock. Just dump it in.

 

[jimmystephens]

+1 it will seed ur tank. Can also use a cup of ur old sand as well if u dont want to use the rock from ur sump

 

[serpent]

I will add this caveat. As long as the rock doesn't have any pests or algae you don't want in your new tank. Other than that, add away.

 

[saltbubbles]

Thanks everyone I wanted some reassurance lol

rdnelson99;827071 wrote: The rock out of your sump is now live and would help seed the sand and dry rock. Just dump it in.

Hey Rich if my tank cracks by dumping it in can I have yours?

 

[rdnelson]

saltbubbles;827082 wrote: Thanks everyone I wanted some reassurance lol



Hey Rich if my tank cracks by dumping it in can I have yours?

Sure. I have a 5 gallon sitting in the bedroom. Hehehehehe

 

[saltbubbles]

rdnelson99;827086 wrote: Sure. I have a 5 gallon sitting in the bedroom. Hehehehehe

Lol