first water change

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  1. BS2007

    BS2007 Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    Hi guys i am doing my first water change on my 65g tank with two clownfish that are in it. how much water do i change and what is the recommend change percent. Any help would be appreicated.
     
    BS2007, May 13, 2011
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  2. leighton1245

    leighton1245 Horrid Stonefish

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    I have a 75 and i change 10% everytime so thats what I would go with 6-10gallons on yours
     
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  3. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    It may also vary on your nitrate value. I try to get some idea of my parameters before and after a water change, so if I notice an issue I have some baseline.
     
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