Hang in there, you'll see some progress soon. Depending on how low your pH was originally, it can take a surprising amount of Borax to get the pH above 7.0. I would wait on raising the alk for now, since the pH moves more rapidly when the alk is lower...get the pH in line, THEN raise your alk.

Don't give up now...just remember it'll be well worth the effort in the long run!!

Janet