Quick question

[GusBus]

so i bought my ammonia for my fishless cycling but it contains surfactant should i just keep using it or go out and buy some ammonia from ace hardware

 

[jbradt]

I would go out and buy a bottle of pure ammonia... after doing many large water changes.

 

[IslandHopper]

On the other hand, I'd use it to cycle the tank, then do two big water changes to dilute out any remaining "stuff" the day before I put fish in it.

You're gonna hear both sides... either way will work.

 

[GusBus]

I just went out and bought the ace hardware janitorial strength ammonia which is a bad idea to smell

 

[The Zigman]

I wouldnt use ANYTHING with surfactants in it.

Basicly, Surfactants are soap. Soap will kill the fish.

 

[Dangerdoll]

I am with Zig on this one... I would even go as far as taking everything out, cleaning really good, including your filter and starting the cycle over from scratch...

 

[GusBus]

thanks for the replies guys i really appreciate it. I have another question: how much ammonia should i add? I was thinking i add a bit, test and if its not enough i add a bit more and test again until i have the correct amount.

 

[eddiebait]

I would answer your question with another question--how big is your tank? I would also like to add another related question. After adding the ammonia how long does one wait to test the water to see how much (in PPM) ammonia you've added?

 

[Jspigs]

thanks for the replies guys i really appreciate it. I have another question: how much ammonia should i add? I was thinking i add a bit, test and if its not enough i add a bit more and test again until i have the correct amount.

I would do exactly that, add a little bit, wait a few minutes (for the ammonia to mix),test, and if it is not enough repeat.

 

[Troycool]

I wouldnt use ANYTHING with surfactants in it.

Basicly, Surfactants are soap. Soap will kill the fish.

I agree