Hello, everyone I’m new to hobby and I have a 38g anyway I started the cycle with Dr Tim’s and put in the recommended ammonia amount. I’m on day 7 and the ammonia has not dropped and on Dr Tim’s testing page says to add more ammonia. I have NOT added anymore ammonia because it has not dropped any any tips would be appreciated!
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@ShadyInlet26
221d
Hang in there! It’s normal!
@Fluffy_Squid_91
220d
Hey, welcome to the hobby! I wouldn’t add more ammonia yet if the first dose hasn’t dropped. Sometimes it just takes a bit for the bacteria to kick in so keep testing like Tamengual560 said. Make sure you’ve got enough flow and your temp is steady since that helps the bacteria work. It can
@stanleyreefa
220d
I added everything day three I’m almost at my 2 month mark!
@LuminousMaple66
220d
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@Alexgar224
220d
From my experience if you just throw in some fish food, nothing particular, and dose a little Microbacter7. All that together with the bacteria already introduced that should get you rolling pretty quickly!
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Just had the same experience, just keep testing ammonia, nitrites and nitrates daily till you see the drop. Took about 3 weeks for me to complete my cycle, not the 9 days it says