todd2000 Posted August 9, 2021 Share Posted August 9, 2021 So I started a 14G cube tank last Monday. Have been keeping tanks for years, so I know the normal cycling process, but I figured I'd try this one using Seachem Stability. I used Prime for the water conditioner, but only for the initial fill and for top off water, I haven't been dosing it to the tank or anything. I started off with the Stability last Monday and added 8 neons, have been following the instructions and doing the daily does of Stability. Long story short, I haven't seen a spike in anything yet. Have tested with API test strips and API liquid test kits, and have gotten 0 Ammonia, Nitrite and Nitrate every time. I also added an ammonia alert to keep a constant eye on the level. I know the prime "detoxifies" all three, but I should still be able to see them on the tests right? Is the Prime messing with the tests? Should I ditch the Prime and switch to just a declorinator? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GameCzar Posted August 9, 2021 Share Posted August 9, 2021 When I use prime, the tests still show the same levels of ammonia and Nitrites/Nitrates. I think it just makes it non-toxic. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd2000 Posted August 9, 2021 Author Share Posted August 9, 2021 On 8/8/2021 at 8:08 PM, GameCzar said: When I use prime, the tests still show the same levels of ammonia and Nitrites/Nitrates. I think it just makes it non-toxic. Right, that's what I figured but I would think in a week I would have seen at least some spike in something, but everything has been 0... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GameCzar Posted August 9, 2021 Share Posted August 9, 2021 On 8/8/2021 at 7:10 PM, todd2000 said: Right, that's what I figured but I would think in a week I would have seen at least some spike in something, but everything has been 0... I honestly don't know how Stability works since I've never used it, but I believe there has to be some ammonia to start the process somewhere. My tap water has 1ppm and I've started using Fritzyme for the bacteria kick-start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brymac1 Posted August 9, 2021 Share Posted August 9, 2021 On 8/8/2021 at 7:10 PM, todd2000 said: Right, that's what I figured but I would think in a week I would have seen at least some spike in something, but everything has been 0... Looks like the stability worked then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd2000 Posted August 9, 2021 Author Share Posted August 9, 2021 On 8/8/2021 at 8:12 PM, GameCzar said: I honestly don't know how Stability works since I've never used it, but I believe there has to be some ammonia to start the process somewhere. My tap water has 1ppm and I've started using Fritzyme for the bacteria kick-start. Well the 8 neons would provide the ammonia.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GameCzar Posted August 9, 2021 Share Posted August 9, 2021 On 8/8/2021 at 7:14 PM, todd2000 said: Well the 8 neons would provide the ammonia.... Yeah, it sounds like you're good to go then! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd2000 Posted August 9, 2021 Author Share Posted August 9, 2021 On 8/8/2021 at 8:13 PM, Brymac1 said: Looks like the stability worked then Yeah, I guess, never used a bacteria additive before so wasn't sure if I should see a spike in anything. I'm guessing the Nitrates just haven't built up enough to show up on the tests yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd2000 Posted August 9, 2021 Author Share Posted August 9, 2021 Figured I might as well show a picture, next step is ordering some Plants from Aquarium Co-op! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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