Upgrade

[ETBReefer05]

I've only had my tank established for about a month, but I already love this hobby and want to upgrade. What are the steps involved in upgrading? Do i need to cycle my new tank if I'm using established LR?

The Problem i have with it is my old tank is where I want my new tank to be...any suggestions would be helpful.

[cg5071]

You will probably have a small cycle anyways but it wont/shouldnt take nearly as long. Mostly from stirring up the sand.
Drain water into containers
have a buddy help move it out of the way
Set up the new one and transfer stuff over.
Maybe keep some of your animals in temporary housing (buckets with air/water movement?)till you see what the cycle does.
The nite-out product is pretty usefull too I think. It is bacteria that should just give you a boost.