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I would like to raise my borate level from 30 to 50 and my numbers are very good except for TA of 60. My PH is 7.3/4 and steady. I found PIC Roach Killer at Walgreens for 2.99/lb, ingredients are Orthoboric acid 99%. Is this OK to use?

I heard Dave was working on a test kit with a DHMO neutralizing coating but it will probably cost a fortune! I'm paying a huge trucking fee to get my heavy water from Oak Ridge, TN. Cooper River was closer but they wouldn't sell me any.

I'm pumping mine out now and will refill with heavy water. Should I keep my FC levels the same due to the absence of DHMO?

Tiffani, If your 6Way Shock has CYA in it, as it probably does, it will complicate your efforts at this time. Due to filter backwash, splash out and water evaporation your CYA will slowly come down and you should be able to use the 6Way in the future when it will not raise your CYA to problem...