Winning the Nitrate Battle

Discussion in 'Water Chemistry' started by Travis45, Mar 8, 2009.

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  1. Travis45

    Travis45 Scooter Blennie

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    Well my reef tank used to be a Fish Only. It was at 40 ppm Nitrates and I dropped it to about 20 ppm before I added any invert livestock other then snails. Well I have done many water changes and put a fuge on that has been setup for about a month now. Well I did a water change today and checked the ole nitrates and they are between 5-7 at the moment. It took a long time but I am starting to win the battle!!! Just wanted to post, its great to finally see a lot of improvement!

    Travis
     
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  2. inwall75

    inwall75 Giant Squid

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    Congrats!!!
     
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  3. kgross

    kgross Skunk Shrimp

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    Very good.

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  4. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    Congrats, feels good, doesnt it? Kudos


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  5. GuitarMan89

    GuitarMan89 Giant Squid

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    I am glad you are having success. Many people post that they have high nitrates, but I haven't seen many posts where they were actually able to lower them. Good job! Hopefully this will inspire others to continue to try hard.
     
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  6. coldshot

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    What did the trick? I am in a nitrate jam myself? Whats the trick? Mine is 40ppm

    Was it the water changing?
     
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