High TA and Low pH

[4boys531]

Opened my pool last week and trying to get everything balanced.

First test results
FC=1
pH=7.2
TA=180
CYA=20

I added stablizer, bleach and MA and tested a couple of days later.

New test results
FC=5
pH=6.8
TA=180
CYA=30

So my question pertains to pH and TA. Should I add more MA to lower TA or do I need to raise my pH first and then add MA? Or something else all together?

 

[jblizzle]

You need to raise your pH (aeration or borax) and then use the acid to lower both the pH and TA. Read Lowering Total Alkalinity

 

[Butterfly]

First, use borax and get your pH into the 7's. Do this now.

Forget about TA until you are completely done with opening - then follow link for lowering alkalinity that Jason posted above