Anyone want to split an order of Marco Rocks with me?

[epleeds]

The minimum order is 25 pounds. I only need about half of that. It is $62 + tax and free shipping.

 

So maybe $34 for 12 pounds or so.

 

Please let me know if anyone is interested.

 

thanks

 

eric

[El Camaron]

they also have a 15 pound box, i got one not long ago and seems like the perfect amount.

 

http://www.marcorocks.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=63

[epleeds]

u are the man. i guess if i open my eyes and read the page then I would have figured that out.

 

thanks...

 

just ordered it.

 

when you put it in the tank, do you need to rinse it or can it just go right in. I would be putting it in an established tank with about 70 pounds of rock already.

[FearTheTerps]

I've heard alot of people say that just add the dry to an establish tank, but I myself wouldnt trust it unless its a very large system that could handle a mini cycle. What I would do is put it in some water(say from a water change), let it set for a few days to a week or more, then test to see if any any nutrients were released from the rock.

Edited February 25, 2011 by FearTheTerps

[Supernova26]

there is a lot of dead material in those rocks that can release phosphates in the water. If you are not worried about phosphates put it straight in the tank but I recommend nuking the rock first. A nice vinegar bath for a couple of weeks will do the job.

[zygote2k]

Just rinse them off with a garden hose or in the sink to remove any loose particles and throw them right in. You'll be fine.

I've used them like this before.

[trockafella]

I've heard alot of people say that just add the dry to an establish tank, but I myself wouldnt trust it unless its a very large system that could handle a mini cycle. What I would do is put it in some water(say from a water change), let it set for a few days to a week or more, then test to see if any any nutrients were released from the rock.

 

 

I dd this, in a 90 total gallon system, no issues.. I did half and then a 2 weeks later, I did the other half. I had an issue with majonos and this was an easy fix.. I did have a little diatom bloom, but no issues. In a barebottom tank I would worry more, but I have a 2 in sand bed in the DT and then a refuge with more, so I didnt feel there was any real concern..