Help Balancing Parameters

[alf1096]

I had an algae problem. I think I finally have it somewhat under control. I had a really dirty sand bed and took out some rock to go with more open space. The tank as been neglected. I dose kalk via ato. I just did some test and am sitting at ph 8.4 ca 400, alk 13.3 and mag 1300.

I have done some large wc with io.

Can someone help with why my ca and alk are out of line. Should I quit using kalk until it comes down.


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[outssider]

If you switched over to two part dosing, you would be able to adjust alk and cal independently.

 

[alf1096]

If you switched over to two part dosing, you would be able to adjust alk and cal independently.

I understand that. I don't want to buy a dose right now and am to inconsistent to do it by hand. When I get corals restocked I might consider it.


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[mcgyvr]

Stop dosing kalk and let alk drop...
Cal and mag will follow..
Continue water changes..
See how that goes..

If you dont want to get individual parts your options are limited..