i dont have my tank setup yet, but im getting LS & LR, will i be ok?

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  1. Solowkoe

    Solowkoe Astrea Snail

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    I dont have the tank setup yet, but a guy that is helping me, is gonna bring me some live sand and LR this weekend. what do i need to do to take care of the LS AND LR? do i need to hookup my filter, skimmer, powerhead, heater or light?

    Thanks for everyones help from this site, this place has been so much help to me.
     
    Solowkoe, Aug 17, 2006
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  2. serotonin

    serotonin Purple Spiny Lobster

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    In my opinion, the ideal is to hook it all up if you can. At the least get the heater and a powerhead or two going. The skimmer is also helpful if the LR is not cured.
     
    serotonin, Aug 17, 2006
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  3. amcarrig

    amcarrig Super Moderator

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    Get a large food grade plastic container and fill it with salt water (I would use separate containers for rock and sand). Put your rock into one container with a powerhead and a heater. Put the sand into another container with an airstone (won't blow the sand around) and a heater.
     
    amcarrig, Aug 17, 2006
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