got the new tank but didnt get the sump running is my live rock going to die ?

damtrees420 · #1 03-25-2010, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by asmodeus

its ok just put a power head in the tank to keep the current going water movement is the key here and temp too. If you want to have the water break the surface that will keep the oxygen.

thanks will it be good tell after work. it will be around 24 hours total sitting in the water with some but not much movment is this bad ? i could skip work and do it this morning if need be

mike31154 · #2 03-25-2010, 04:11 PM

Like asmodeus said, you should be fine for the day with simply a powerhead & heater. Don't think you need to skip work. Is there any other livestock in there such as fish or invertebrates, corals etc.?

If you have an air pump kicking around, it would also help keep the water moving a little. Depending on the pump you have running now, some of them come with filtration attachments. That would help clear up the water while you're at work today. I transported my live rock from Vancouver to Vernon mostly just wrapped in damp newspaper. There was some die off, but not bad considering almost 12 hours out of water.

jassz · #3 03-28-2010, 10:56 PM

I had my live rock in a large rubbermaid container for weeks (long story) with just a heater and a couple of small bubble makers to move the water (and a plant light). I think you'll be fine.

PS Congrats on the tank. What are you going to put in it?