water change's?

[naz42]

Should i be doing water changes while my tank is cycling?? Its been cycling for 10 days now

 

[stingythingy45]

No,it will prolong the cycle time.
Are you testing your parameters for ammonia/nitrite then nitrate?

 

[naz42]

Yeah .THe ammonia is almost at zero,the nitrites are still pretty high

 

[reefergeorge]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=11406192#post11406192 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by stingythingy45
No,it will prolong the cycle time.

Not true, It is a common misconception. Do a google search and you will find it actually may speed it up.
They are not necessary, but won't hurt anything. Just watch your levels and take it slow.

 

[uscharalph]

Not necessary or even suggested.

 

[stingythingy45]

Cool,once your nitrites bottom out and nitrates start do a nice 10-20% water change and you're on your way.