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Forum: Intex-type Pool Setup & Operations

If you are getting, or have, an Intex type pool, this is the place for questions about site prep, setup, pumps, filters and operations.

  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Convert a Summer Escapes / Pro Series pool to use an Intex sand filter & pump

    There are so many configurations and some many threads out there, i will be trying to update this as i go. How to convert a Summer Escapes to...

    Started by eblade21‎, 06-13-2014 03:53 PM
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    sticky, sticky-summer-escapes
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    08-26-2014 01:57 PM Go to last post
  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: Intex installation and trouble-shooting videos, how-to's and manuals

    Intex (www.intexcorp.com) has a wealth of information on their website for their customers, but it's often hard to find. And, if you find it, it can...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 04-25-2012 11:12 AM
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    04-25-2012 11:12 AM Go to last post
  3. Sticky Thread Sticky: Contact info, BBB reports & Reviews of Intex, Summer Escapes & Bestway pools

    _____________________________________________ I've discovered there are at least 3 Chinese manufacturers supplying 'Intex-type' pools to the US...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 08-03-2013 06:20 PM
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    08-17-2013 07:19 AM Go to last post
  4. Sticky Thread Sticky: Maintenance and Cleaning Tools for Soft-side (Intex-type) pools

    Here's a quick list of cleaning and maintenance tools many have found helpful; feel free to add to this thread items that have worked well for you. ...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 06-13-2014 07:51 PM
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    06-13-2014 07:51 PM Go to last post
  5. Sticky Thread Sticky: FAQs & Guides: Intex-type Pool

    ______________________________________________ FAQs & Guides for Intex, Bestway, Coleman, etc, ______________________________________________ ...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 06-01-2018 02:22 PM
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    06-01-2018 02:22 PM Go to last post
  1. Intex questions

    I have a 16x32 above ground pool, 16" sand filter, GPH around 3000 (I forget the exact number) I also have the Intex salt chlorinator. I've been...

    Started by Brokk‎, 06-20-2018 11:32 AM
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    06-21-2018 11:44 AM Go to last post
  2. Question Small pool vacuum adapter plate

    I have a 12' round above ground pool that we bought from Walmart, and I'm trying to hook up a manual vacuum to the pump hanging on the side of the...

    Started by Buckeye5‎, 08-11-2013 10:02 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    08-11-2013 10:45 PM Go to last post
  3. Another new one with questions

    It has been 10 years or so since we had an in ground pool, and we loved it. We now moved to the Texas Hill country and with a limited budget, want...

    Started by carmantx‎, 05-31-2013 05:28 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    06-03-2013 10:26 PM Go to last post
  4. intex 16x48

    I am a first time pool owner. Got the pool set up over the weekend and got all the levels Correct . I added algae control last night. I haven't...

    Started by cashem‎, 05-30-2014 12:59 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    05-30-2014 03:02 PM Go to last post
  5. modifying an Intex AGP

    We have acquired an AGP, given to us by a family member. It's a 15'x48" tube frame, model A 15' x 48" F B02 R1, and I'd like a bit of advice on the...

    Started by Charlie_R‎, 07-03-2012 11:09 PM
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    pix2fix
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    09-09-2013 07:39 AM Go to last post
  6. Water Warden fence and Intex 24x52 blue pool

    Will the Water Warden security fence fit an Intex metal frame pool? Thanks.

    Started by choctaw‎, 05-13-2012 10:10 AM
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    05-13-2012 11:19 PM Go to last post
  7. New Pool Owner

    Hello everybody! I am a newer pool owner, I hope to learn more about pool maintenance from you all! We bought a Pro Series 20' x 48" pool this...

    Started by CMaxim‎, 07-15-2014 10:36 AM
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    07-25-2014 11:19 PM Go to last post
  8. Pump flow rate insufficient for saltwater system

    I got a saltwater system for my 10' Intek pool and I neglected to look at the flow rate requirement for the system I purchased. It requires a minimum...

    Started by Copperhead‎, 07-16-2013 07:51 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    07-18-2013 05:18 PM Go to last post
  9. Lightbulb Surface skimmer frame set pool bracket mod

    After my skimmer bracket cracked I saw this tip on Amazon. You fill the bracket sides with Bondo for extra strength. The $6 Bondo is cheaper than...

    Started by Cords‎, 05-24-2015 11:32 AM
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  10. upgrade options for pump/filter....

    I am looking for suggestions in uprading my pump/filter. I have the original pump/filter that came with the pool. My pool info as well as...

    Started by costo‎, 05-12-2012 07:36 PM
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    05-13-2012 02:40 PM Go to last post
  11. Intex pump upgrade

    I have a Intex ultra frame 20x48. I am currently using the pump that came with it which is an Intex Krystal Clear 635t 1500 gph with a size A...

    Started by costo‎, 05-27-2013 08:25 PM
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    06-22-2013 04:42 PM Go to last post
  12. intex parts

    I apologize if this is not the correct place to post this. I am looking for parts for our intex ultra frame 20'x48", particularly the horizontal...

    Started by costo‎, 05-12-2014 09:15 PM
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    05-18-2014 10:58 AM Go to last post
  13. 22' Intex - first pool experience

    We recently purchased, set up, and filled our very first pool. We are looking forward to enjoying our starter pool, but we certainly will need...

    Started by cporte15‎, 05-31-2013 11:24 PM
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    06-02-2013 02:51 PM Go to last post
  14. New to Forum

    I have an intex 24' x 52 pool, approx 12k gallons,633t filter says 2500 not sure what that is measurement wise. I'm having problems with spring...

    Started by crazy cat lady‎, 05-26-2012 10:06 AM
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  15. Unhappy Pool pump not filling all the way to the top

    I'm a newbie who has a question. I have had an intex pool and pump for a few years now and this is the first time I have had this problem. The pump...

    Started by cynjam‎, 06-04-2012 10:37 PM
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    06-05-2012 08:28 AM Go to last post
  16. Can I slope floor Intex 16' ultra deeper towards center?

    A Google search brought me to this forum. I registered, and than found that the forum disappeared until I posted. So I will post, I was wondering...

    Started by daddyrat‎, 07-17-2012 08:23 PM
    dishing, intex
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    08-08-2012 10:20 PM Go to last post
  17. Question Upgrading to Intex sand filter

    I recently purchased an Intex sand filter/pump for my Easy Set 18' x 48" pool. The pump included new intake and output fittings (the intake seemingly...

    Started by DatsTray‎, 08-07-2012 09:52 PM
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    08-08-2012 07:34 PM Go to last post
  18. Intex swcg or ???? (which is best value)

    Hey Guys/Gals, Just bought our first pool (above ground) and decided on intex ultra 22' 52" round which came with 2500 gph filter/pump. Definitely...

    Started by Dave_FL‎, 04-17-2012 09:30 PM
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    05-08-2012 10:24 PM Go to last post
  19. Deb62's pool

    Hi, I just set up my 15 x 42 intex pool. I did read the super simple recipe info (very helpful)....I added the bleach as directed while the pool...

    Started by Deb62‎, 06-22-2014 05:42 PM
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    06-25-2014 05:55 PM Go to last post
  20. Post Thinking of putting in above ground pool

    Hello everyone. I have used this site before and got a lot of useful information. We had an in ground pool until we decided to have a large tree cut...

    Started by dgbernard‎, 06-20-2012 03:29 PM
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    07-14-2012 05:43 PM Go to last post
  21. Intex Ultraframe 12x24 How Level is Level?

    Hi new member here. Just put up the Intex ultraframe 12x24 and it's almost done filling. I'm seeing that it's not 100% level, but not too far...

    Started by DMDPT‎, 07-26-2012 02:32 PM
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    07-29-2012 02:20 AM Go to last post
  22. Intex interlocking parts not staying locked.

    Bought a 20' x 52" intex pool and after filling the pool noticed that some of the connections have come unlocked. Has anyone else had this type of...

    Started by domerfan‎, 06-27-2013 10:38 PM
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    06-28-2013 07:52 AM Go to last post
  23. Question Buy JUST the Intex Easy-Set Pool?

    After three summers of use, our 15' Easy-Set pool finally developed a leak. Rather than try to fix it, I figured that we had gotten our money's...

    Started by donovan.lambright‎, 02-21-2014 11:36 AM
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    03-09-2014 11:33 PM Go to last post
  24. Angry Leak in new Intex pool - What to do?

    I have upgraded us to an Intex metal frame pool - 15' by 48". I was setting it up today for the first time and, upon putting water in, discovered a...

    Started by donovan.lambright‎, 05-31-2014 04:54 PM
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    05-31-2014 10:11 PM Go to last post
  25. Too many GFCI's on my pump

    I have always plugged my Intex pump (see signature for model) into a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)- equipped outlet with outdoor extension...

    Started by donovan.lambright‎, 05-30-2016 05:19 PM
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    06-29-2016 09:15 PM Go to last post
  26. Thanks... and How to remove fine dirt?

    Hi, I bought a small ,Intex round type pool for my kids this summer. Thanks to the info I found on this forum and its parent sight, I couldn't be...

    Started by Dont155‎, 08-04-2012 05:22 PM
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  27. Smile Blow-up ring for Intex Pool solved!

    We bought a 12 foot Intex above-ground pool and a feral cat walked around the blow-up ring and we just couldn't find all the holes. So my husband...

    Started by drabarni‎, 06-18-2013 10:09 AM
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    06-18-2013 03:12 PM Go to last post
  28. Unhappy new pool, new LEAKY sand filter

    Hi all. New to pools. Bought a 14' x 48" Intex Ultra Frame pool as a starting point. Found it simple to put up but the filter that came with it...

    Started by dragonquilt‎, 07-12-2012 09:01 AM
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    07-13-2012 09:55 AM Go to last post
  29. Separate pump for heater?

    Howdy, I have an INTEX 16' above ground pool. I have attached to it a passive solar heater that I built. A bit of info on the heater the...

    Started by DrMacZed‎, 07-26-2012 12:51 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    07-27-2012 01:01 PM Go to last post
  30. Leveling the ground for a new Intex pool

    Hi there, we just got a 20x52 ultra frame intex pool with the sand filter. We are working on leveling the spot but are having troubles knowing if...

    Started by dtjoseph95‎, 05-24-2014 02:50 PM
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    sticky, sticky-level
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    05-29-2014 10:45 AM Go to last post

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