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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: How Much Does Pump Efficiency Matter?

    ___________________________________ How Much Does Pump Efficiency Matter? ___________________________________ TL;DR: The difference in...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 06-23-2018 09:02 PM
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  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: FAQs & Guides: Pool Equipment & Operations

    ____________________________________ FAQs & Guides: Pool Equipment & Operations ---- June 2018 ---- ____________________________________ ...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 06-19-2018 05:06 PM
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  3. Sticky Thread Sticky: Need advice regarding cartridge filter...

    I've spent the last three years (yes, that's THREE) rebuilding my existing pool that was originally built in the mid 50's. Lots of problems, lots...

    Started by otisdog‎, 05-23-2014 03:45 PM
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  1. What Size Pump And Filter

    Need help in finding the right size pump and filter for my 18 x33 oval AG Pool.It game with a Jacuzzi 1.0 HP 2 Spd pump,and a Swimpro sand filter.The...

    Started by sisie5‎, 04-16-2006 08:35 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    04-17-2006 10:15 AM Go to last post
  2. Newby with problems, times 2.

    I have an older pool with a Nautilus FNS DE filter and a Pac-Fab 1hp pump. Just started the Spring opening and my water is dark green pond status. ...

    Started by theboogins‎, 04-16-2006 10:43 PM
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  3. Hayward D.E. Filter

    Good morning everyone, I have a question concerning a Hayward Perflex EC75 De filter. We are using this filter on our 24' above ground pool and...

    Started by likesspace‎, 04-15-2006 07:58 AM
    • Replies: 5
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    04-16-2006 10:25 PM Go to last post
  4. DE in sand filter

    We have a problem with fine red dust in the pool that our sand filter can't seem to handle. I'd prefer not to vacuum a couple of times a week if I...

    Started by larry2338‎, 04-15-2006 04:43 PM
    • Replies: 6
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    04-16-2006 04:42 PM Go to last post
  5. Hayward S220T question and new pool owner nightmare story

    I bought a house last August with a 24' x 52" above ground pool. The previous owners were morons, and their answer to every problem that arose was...

    Started by The Raddish‎, 04-16-2006 12:18 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    04-16-2006 11:22 AM Go to last post
  6. Any Negatives on having a 2 speed pump

    I am looking to have a 21,000 gallon IG pool installed, and the builder is suggesting a single speed over a 2 speed pump. Is there any advantage of...

    Started by Deal Svengali‎, 04-12-2006 04:03 PM
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    04-16-2006 12:56 AM Go to last post
  7. Light dead - help?

    I have a 20 X 40 IG vinyl pool with a Hayward SP-580 Series Astrolite Underwater Light Fixture. How do I go about changing the bulb - and where do I...

    Started by kaybinster‎, 04-15-2006 03:50 PM
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    04-16-2006 12:48 AM Go to last post
  8. Solar Cover and Reel Recommendations?

    Looking for new solar cover? Is it worth the money to go with 16mil as opposed to 8 or 12 mil. Also... The reels are so expensive... any...

    Started by valentij‎, 03-27-2006 10:38 AM
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  9. gas vs. electric heater?

    We're getting ready to buy a heater for our in ground pool. We live in Tampa, but the pool stays pretty cold most of the year. I keep hearing that...

    Started by rlp‎, 04-07-2006 10:35 AM
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    04-14-2006 08:41 PM Go to last post
  10. Silicon Grease

    OK, My Hayward chlorine feeder, I can hardly turn the top because of old silicon grease. This stuff gets nasty with age. I tried rubbing, to no...

    Started by fofa‎, 04-07-2006 02:21 PM
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    04-14-2006 05:12 PM Go to last post
  11. Solar Panel Recomendation

    Can anyone recommend a specific brand of solar panels? I can not find any local dealers in Pittsburgh PA area -- so I'll have to order and find a...

    Started by jmcst25‎, 04-13-2006 08:39 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    04-14-2006 11:56 AM Go to last post
  12. Suction Leak Causes Pump to Lose Prime

    I have a Hayward Super Pump which is losing prime. I have replaced and lubed the lid o-ring without success. The pump runs fine with the valve in the...

    Started by donjoarm‎, 04-13-2006 10:35 PM
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    04-14-2006 11:00 AM Go to last post
  13. Northstar strainer cover

    I can't get my Hayward Northstar strainer cover off. Is there some trick to it? Thanks

    Started by nu2pools‎, 04-13-2006 12:44 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    04-14-2006 08:38 AM Go to last post
  14. Question Heater Recommendations

    We bought a house with a 25,000 gallon IG vinyl pool, with a broken heater (completely disconnected) last year. The kids and I loved the pool during...

    Started by jbalcorn‎, 04-13-2006 09:52 PM
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  15. Solar Panel Options?

    Hi, I was wondering if anyone could give me an idea what it would cost to have a solar panel system installed? Here's my situation: The pool...

    Started by JWB‎, 04-12-2006 08:23 PM
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    04-13-2006 09:00 PM Go to last post
  16. Which AG auto cleaner is best and where to buy

    I've got an AG 28' about to start year 2. I've decided to purchase an automatic cleaner but I'm not sure what would work best. I've got a light...

    Started by pwb007‎, 03-29-2006 08:46 PM
    • Replies: 7
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    04-13-2006 04:21 PM Go to last post
  17. Question Gas Heaters & run times

    I'm new to the pool thing, so here goes. I have a gas heater, but I want to put a timer on the pump, because I run it 24/7. But, how do I regulate...

    Started by bingusboy‎, 04-13-2006 12:17 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    04-13-2006 12:35 PM Go to last post
  18. New Pool

    Hello all, and may I add that this is a very nice and helpful site. I am pretty much new to pools. Bought an a/g pool, 27' round x 52" deep but in...

    Started by KPROMERO‎, 04-12-2006 08:43 PM
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    04-12-2006 10:10 PM Go to last post
  19. Orion robotic pool cleaner

    Does anyone have info on the Orion pool cleaner? I read it only cleans part way up the pool wall. I don't have a pool yet so I am wondering how...

    Started by luvapool‎, 03-26-2006 08:28 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    04-12-2006 09:28 PM Go to last post
  20. Question How to Calculate Feet of Head...???

    How exactly would I calculate the feet of head for my pool? I've heard the term and seen it on the performance curve graph on my pump but have no...

    Started by Sherra‎, 04-11-2006 05:18 PM
    • Replies: 6
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    04-12-2006 03:58 PM Go to last post
  21. Which solar reel do you have?

    I'm trying to decide on which solar reel to order. Is there much difference in them? Which ones have you tried. Do you like it? If so, why or why...

    Started by cnk‎, 04-12-2006 02:27 PM
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    04-12-2006 02:27 PM Go to last post
  22. I opened up my sand filter and now have a couple questions

    I opened up my sand filter to see what condition the sand was in and to better familiarize myself with this system. I really know nothing about this...

    Started by Crispyc21‎, 04-11-2006 10:23 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    04-12-2006 10:45 AM Go to last post
  23. Recommend a filter

    I am needing to get a new filter. I have a above ground pool, 18,000 gal of water, 1.5 HP pump. I was wondering which type of filter would be the...

    Started by jlakers‎, 04-11-2006 02:08 PM
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    04-12-2006 07:32 AM Go to last post
  24. Question ??? For those of you with solar covers & pools with step sections

    I'm about to order a solar cover and reel for my pool. We've got a 4x8 step section in our pool. Those of you who have a solar cover and a step...

    Started by Sherra‎, 04-10-2006 07:48 PM
    • Replies: 6
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    04-11-2006 11:32 PM Go to last post
  25. Timing the pump run cycle

    Seems as though last year I read here something about the run times for the pump/filter. I think it was 4 hours on, eight off? Does this sound...

    Started by kevincad‎, 04-11-2006 01:58 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    04-11-2006 06:32 PM Go to last post
  26. Odyssey vs. Horizon vs. Feherguard?

    I am preparing to buy a solar cover reel. I can get the Odyssey EMX, the Horizon HV-10, or the Feherguard Handler Plus for about the same price. Is...

    Started by cnk‎, 04-10-2006 08:34 PM
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    04-10-2006 08:34 PM Go to last post
  27. Need to replace pump

    We have a 50K IG pool with a Hayward DE-6000 filter. We think the pump is orginal equipment(we've only been in the house 2 yrs). We want to replace...

    Started by sasgharian‎, 04-07-2006 06:42 PM
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    04-10-2006 07:58 PM Go to last post
  28. Solar Pool Heater

    Hey guys, I have a little dilemma here. I have an inground pool 20x40 kidney shaped 35K gal. and an Aquacal H155 Heat pump, well now I am...

    Started by blk133‎, 04-10-2006 10:45 AM
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    04-10-2006 12:18 PM Go to last post
  29. Calculating optimal pump size for my system?

    What do I need in order to calculate the best size pump to buy for my system ? Current pump is a 1.5hp. Filter is DE - size ? PVC Size ? ...

    Started by Phillbo‎, 04-07-2006 11:40 AM
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    04-10-2006 12:18 PM Go to last post
  30. what is a power ionizer?

    I see that the previous owner installed this power ionizer thing. It is displaying a temperature (that im not sure is accurate). There is a dial on...

    Started by fog80‎, 04-07-2006 09:30 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    04-09-2006 12:23 AM Go to last post

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