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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. Sentry UV and pH Stabilizer

    Is anyone familiar with the pH stabilizer product associated with Sentry UV? http://www.sentryuv.com/products.htm]

    Started by DOGOCANARIO‎, 03-25-2006 02:28 PM
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    03-26-2006 06:46 AM Go to last post
  2. Pool Heaters?

    Could someone give me some information on good pool heaters? We don't really plan to keep the pool heated year round. Our IG pool is in the shade...

    Started by cnk‎, 03-26-2006 11:23 AM
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    03-28-2006 12:01 PM Go to last post
  3. Cracked multiport valve.

    Well, I tightened the pressure guage a little too much and cracked the boss where the pressure guage threads into the multi-port valve. Is there any...

    Started by TfromNC‎, 03-27-2006 04:49 PM
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    03-28-2006 01:34 PM Go to last post
  4. Is there a solar cover that is less likely to blow off the pool?

    Our solar cover always seemed to blow off the pool or to one end. We are looking to get a new one. Is there anything that can be done to prevent...

    Started by cnk‎, 03-28-2006 11:42 AM
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    03-28-2006 04:18 PM Go to last post
  5. Which solar cover is better lue, black, crystal etc.

    Which solar cover is better? The blue, blue with black, blue with silver, clear, or crystal clear?

    Started by cnk‎, 03-29-2006 09:30 AM
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    03-29-2006 10:17 AM Go to last post
  6. Question What type of filter should I use?

    What is the difference between a sand and a cartridge type filter? I have a 24' above ground pool and there are trees in my yard so I will be getting...

    Started by prh129‎, 03-29-2006 11:21 AM
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    03-29-2006 12:14 PM Go to last post
  7. Smartpool Solar System?

    On a lark, I bid $375 on a Smartpool solar system and won it. I was really planning on using a gas heater, but for this cheap I'll try this. The...

    Started by cnk‎, 03-28-2006 01:58 PM
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    03-30-2006 02:12 AM Go to last post
  8. Question-How Reduce Power Costs?

    Advice please, new to pools, had ours (~26,000 USG salt water) 10 months now. Power rates here in Texas went up ~50% this winter, not looking forward...

    Started by Katy-Texas‎, 03-26-2006 08:39 AM
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    03-30-2006 10:07 AM Go to last post
  9. Moved: Has anyone tried this CHLOREASE

    Started by slowtan‎, 09-08-2006 10:09 AM
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    03-30-2006 06:16 PM Go to last post
  10. New pump, or just new motor?

    I have a Dura Glas 1 1/2 HP pump that I believe is 20 years old. It is shot, so the question is, do I replace the whole pump/filter unit? Has there...

    Started by scottturner‎, 03-30-2006 04:33 PM
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    03-30-2006 06:44 PM Go to last post
  11. Solar cover for a kidney shaped pool

    Hey guys, Very glad that this forum is back up! My question is -- I have a kidney shaped pool 40x20 with a solar cover, but I am tired of taking...

    Started by blk133‎, 03-27-2006 06:52 AM
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    03-31-2006 03:24 PM Go to last post
  12. Newbie with filter problem

    Hi all, glad I found this place:) I just bought a 15x24 above ground pool and had it installed on 3/14... I have it up and running. The water is...

    Started by South_paw‎, 03-29-2006 07:02 PM
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    03-31-2006 09:08 PM Go to last post
  13. Jandy deck jets

    Does anybody have any experience with Jandy deck jets? I’m planning of adding water features to my pool. I had the plumbing placed into the deck when...

    Started by Guido‎, 03-29-2006 10:51 AM
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    04-01-2006 12:37 AM Go to last post
  14. Question sand filter maintenance?

    I've had my pool 3 years now and never done anything to the sand filter beyond backwashing it regularly. Is there ever any reason to change the...

    Started by rbutera‎, 03-26-2006 01:49 AM
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    04-01-2006 01:33 PM Go to last post
  15. New Booster Pump Leak

    Hey Everybody, I just bought a new booster pump for the polaris. I installed it relatively successfully, but I've still got a drip leak where the...

    Started by Blemished_Chemist‎, 04-01-2006 02:30 PM
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    04-01-2006 05:39 PM Go to last post
  16. Do I need to remove the plug from the skimmer?

    New pool, almost full of water .... Have a question. I had the skimmers and the drains plumbed separate from each other to the filter. I'm...

    Started by ValAZ‎, 04-01-2006 08:47 PM
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    04-01-2006 11:58 PM Go to last post
  17. Need help troubleshooting pump; won't spin

    Hi all, I'm a newbie to maintaining a pool as i inherited it when I bought the house. Anyways, I just filled my concrete pool up with water and...

    Started by madgame8‎, 03-26-2006 11:30 PM
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    04-02-2006 07:43 AM Go to last post
  18. what is correct filter size?

    I will be getting an IG pool of approx. 23,000 gallons(US). Builder is sizing me with 150 sq. ft. cartridge but I think it is too small. What would...

    Started by luvapool‎, 03-31-2006 08:55 AM
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  19. Pool pump/filter recommend please

    I need a new pump/filter for my pool. 25000 gallon vinyl liner in-ground in the So. Cal. Desert. Current pump is a worn out 1.5 HP with a worn...

    Started by poolmikecalif‎, 03-27-2006 10:11 AM
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  20. Loop Lock Cover

    I purcahsed a loop lock cover from my pool builder and they installed it. Ary you supposed to receive a tool to screw the anchors back into the...

    Started by donfranko‎, 03-31-2006 03:15 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    04-03-2006 02:26 PM Go to last post
  21. Hayward LED Color Light - Anyone have one?

    I have a 20x40 diamondbrite pool (recently redone in a light color). When I had the pool redone, I got an estimate for a Hayward LED color light...

    Started by devonmyers‎, 04-05-2006 06:57 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    04-05-2006 11:48 PM Go to last post
  22. Loop Loc cover question/advice

    Last Fall I had a loop loc cover professionally installed. My question is what are the procedures for removing and storing the cover. It looks like...

    Started by rtpatter‎, 04-05-2006 10:22 AM
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    04-06-2006 01:49 PM Go to last post
  23. Q's on Diamethicus(?) Earth Filter

    Hi all, first post on my first visit lol. I have a feeling I'll be here alot this spring. I picked up a diamethicus (sp?) earth pump a few months...

    Started by rio002‎, 04-06-2006 10:13 PM
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    04-06-2006 10:13 PM Go to last post
  24. working a DE filter

    Hello everyone, I am new to my pool and I know I have a DE filter. I noticed that the pressure is quite high, any suggestions on how to lower it?...

    Started by fog80‎, 04-05-2006 01:35 PM
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    04-07-2006 09:29 PM Go to last post
  25. Rinse setting?

    My system is a purex triton II. The multiport valve has a setting for "Rinse". Since I don't have a manual and can't seem to find on on-line, would...

    Started by thilbert‎, 04-08-2006 04:02 PM
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    04-08-2006 04:18 PM Go to last post
  26. Wink Where's a good online place to buy a pump/motor?

    I have a 15 x 24 above ground that came with a 200#sand tank and 'generic' 1 1/2 hp motor & pump. The motor had a bearing making noise at the end...

    Started by barnhillld‎, 03-25-2006 09:13 PM
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  27. Pressure too low.

    OK, I've been working on my pool for the last couple weeks in anticipation of the summer season. I started out by cleaning the grids in my D.E....

    Started by thilbert‎, 04-08-2006 04:24 PM
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  28. 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
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    04-09-2006 12:23 AM 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. 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
    • Replies: 3
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    04-10-2006 12:18 PM Go to last post

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