base rock to live rock

[Amadod2]

would i need to do anything to get it bacterial active?

[Amadod2]

and what do you mean by Ionic stability

[albert_dao]

Originally Posted by Amadod2

would i need to do anything to get it bacterial active?

I'd recommend a seeding product like Zeobak or that Dr. Tim's stuff.

Originally Posted by Amadod2

and what do you mean by Ionic stability

Ca, kH, Mg, etc. Keep them elevated and keep them stable.

[Amadod2]

i have been using BRIGHTWELL MICROBACTER7, is that stuff any good? also what levels would you recommend for the cal, alk and mag?

[albert_dao]

I get red slime whenever I use it, but others have done well with it.

Ca 375-425ppm
kH 7.5-8.5
Mg 1350-1600ppm