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Old 01-04-2008, 10:56 PM
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I also tested Mg (1485ppm) and alkalinity (6dKh...I know...low).
What is happening with your ALK when you dose? I used this stuff for a while and found it to be insufficiant for my system. Now I dose Kent's Turbo Calcium, and 2 part home made ALK additive. (baking and washing soda)
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What is happening with your ALK when you dose? I used this stuff for a while and found it to be insufficiant for my system. Now I dose Kent's Turbo Calcium, and 2 part home made ALK additive. (baking and washing soda)
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My first thought is that your not adding enough to keep up with your calcium demand
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