Trying to raise Nitrates

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Originally Posted by Reefer Rob

Chasing magical numbers will only get you into trouble.

I think that sums it up well. I test NO3/PO4 maybe once a year. Test Ca 2 or 3 times. Check alk when my yellow monti turns grey. LEave it alone, watch the corals and change your water. Easy peasy.