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  1. 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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  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: 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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  1. Upgrade recommendations for replacing 14" Intex sand filter combo?

    My 14" Intex sand filter is beginning to spit sand into the pool. I don't really want to just repair or replace it with another Intex, so I'm...

    Started by Pappy‎, 05-28-2018 11:44 AM
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    07-15-2018 08:24 PM Go to last post
  2. A Cheap Pool Cooler

    Not applicable to many of you, but those of us here in the sweltering South frequently get tepid pool water. Water temps above 85 are just not...

    Started by duraleigh‎, 07-16-2006 10:11 AM
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  3. Skimmer Socks - Thoughts???

    I just installed a skimmer sock on both skimmers. They're designed to catch the "finer" debris and keep it from going to the pump/filter. Anyone...

    Started by fission7x‎, 07-01-2007 03:21 PM
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    06-29-2009 05:54 PM Go to last post
  4. Question Replacing a motor on a pump, and getting the correct size for your pool?

    I've got a bad motor (smoking when running) and am ready to order up a new motor and stick it on the existing pump (see sig below.) It seems as if...

    Started by mitchryan912‎, 07-18-2015 08:44 PM
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    08-14-2015 01:31 PM Go to last post
  5. Possible pump motor bearing failure?

    Start up pump all is well 19 pounds PSI 20 minutes later drops to 5 and impeller gets really loud. The thing of note since it runs 20 minutes...

    Started by kballard72‎, 05-22-2012 09:12 PM
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    06-17-2012 09:04 PM Go to last post
  6. Trying to keep up w/ Chem Geek

    I've been reading Chem Geek's thread on pump efficiency. I see his lips moving, but can't understand what he's saying being only a mortal. I...

    Started by ShelleyAnn‎, 01-22-2007 11:28 AM
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  7. I am planning on replacing my pump, pretty sure its too big

    Last yr I was unable to get my pool to filter thru the sand filter at all. We basically kept the pool clean enough to use by using skimmer socks....

    Started by leena‎, 04-13-2015 09:56 PM
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    05-21-2015 10:34 PM Go to last post
  8. Pool Lights

    Does anyone have Jazz lights?? Are they as bright and colorfull as they say?http://www.fiberstars.com/ps/prods/jazz.htm

    Started by Jinx32‎, 07-31-2006 08:02 PM
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    09-09-2006 09:46 PM Go to last post
  9. Questions on changing to a 2 speed motor on a Hayward Super II pump

    I am considering changing out the 2 Hp AO Smith motor( SF=1) on my Hayward Super II pool pump. The pool is in St. Augustine Fl and is not screened...

    Started by keastman‎, 03-25-2012 10:11 PM
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    05-01-2012 12:10 AM Go to last post
  10. Do you have your filter on a timer?

    I don't have a pool yet. I'm in the process of researching an 18 foot round above ground pool. My husband and I are wondering how long a filter...

    Started by momofonly‎, 07-17-2012 08:17 PM
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    06-07-2013 04:39 PM Go to last post
  11. Sand or Cartridge Filter for New Pool

    Hi All, We're about to sign on the dotted line for a new inground pool. The builder has offered a choice of either a sand or cartridge filter. In...

    Started by Toybuilder‎, 10-15-2014 09:11 PM
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  12. Am I choosing a good combination? pump & filter size

    Ok, I started a post last yr, then picked it back up this summer and after 4 pages of questions ( and me researching & reading on here), I think Ive...

    Started by leena‎, 05-14-2015 11:42 AM
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    06-22-2015 04:07 PM Go to last post
  13. Unhappy baffled - low flow

    Hi! Happy to find this forum. I am new here and I've searched this forum and have found all sorts of good advice but unfortunately have so far had no...

    Started by rickpx14‎, 05-27-2006 10:16 AM
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  14. Are two filters better than one?

    I've had my pool for about a year. It's an above ground, 11.5k gallons, with a sand filter. This forum helped me get the algae cleaned up but now i...

    Started by poolboyforjenny‎, 04-12-2006 10:45 PM
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  15. Is my sand filter sized right?

    Pool Info-IG Gunite approx. 18,000 gallons. Recently installed Hayward Swimpure SWCG (up to 40,000 gal) 1-HP Pentair Whisper Flo and Tagelus 60D...

    Started by TheGoose‎, 07-21-2011 09:44 AM
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    04-19-2012 10:25 PM Go to last post
  16. two-speed with solar panels

    Hi, I just installed photovoltaic panels on the roof and had to switch to time-of-use metering. This is going to make my pool recirculation more...

    Started by semenzato‎, 05-16-2007 07:59 AM
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  17. 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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  18. Baby Fence

    Hi I am a new member. I am not sure if I posted this in the right spot so please feel free to move it if I did. My wife and I have a 14 month old...

    Started by Harpua‎, 04-18-2006 11:04 AM
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  19. Electrical costs for my pool

    I finally went out and measured the amps on my control panel while turning the equipment on and off. Bottom line, the scheduled runtime of my filter,...

    Started by rpoldervaart‎, 07-19-2006 12:09 PM
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    07-20-2006 12:30 PM Go to last post
  20. Cool More DE?

    I have been a pool owner since 31 May 2012. In the past 3 weeks I have successfully kept my pool water crystal clear from reading this forum. I...

    Started by Shifty‎, 06-18-2012 10:13 AM
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  21. Replacing cartridge with sand

    Is it possible and worth doing to replace my Hayward cartridge with sand filters? I heard they are better but I know nothing about it

    Started by dansdad‎, 04-23-2014 12:21 PM
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  22. 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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  23. Question Short Cycling

    My pool is green and I am having a heck of a time with my filtration. I have a DE filter which will work fine for an hour (after backwashing) and...

    Started by donjoarm‎, 04-09-2006 08:48 PM
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  24. Exclamation Electrical wiring concern with my PB

    I just had a conversation with my PB about how they are going to wire my EasyTouch 8 control panel. First a little background. I have a 42 slot 200...

    Started by skamp‎, 02-23-2007 09:55 PM
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  25. Super II Pump Replacment Decision

    I'm a relative newbie who's been able to keep the water nice and clean. But I have a "serious" equipment decision to make at this time and would...

    Started by versstef1‎, 04-30-2012 06:02 PM
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    05-08-2012 10:33 PM Go to last post
  26. Solar Panel plumbing and flow rate

    I just purchased (2) 4' x 20' FACO solar panels for my pool, but have a question about water flow to the panels. Although I have purchased a (3) way...

    Started by Slachey‎, 05-27-2015 11:38 AM
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  27. Question Solar Panels. Which one????

    Hi, New guy here in CA and I am looking to get Solar Installed and have looked into 3 different companies. Any have good/bad experiences with...

    Started by Dannyo‎, 06-08-2006 03:20 AM
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  28. I think it is the tank and not algae

    We have been battling dead algae on the bottom of the pool since we opened it in May. We have vacuumed to waste numerous times, but the stuff...

    Started by kbcpa‎, 07-09-2006 10:07 PM
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  29. Pump Restart Issue when COLD

    (1) I have a Hayward sand filter pump, I think maybe a 1.5 HP, but don't recall off hand. I had the motor replaced in Spring of last year. ...

    Started by elsie‎, 08-31-2006 02:49 PM
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  30. Angry Another humming pump...........

    Haven't turned the pump on in my pool for a couple of weeks, but decided to shock it yesterday before it goes completely green (too cold to swim...

    Started by aylad‎, 11-15-2011 08:21 PM
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    01-16-2012 03:44 PM Go to last post

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