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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: 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
  3. 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
  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. 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
  2. Red face Level Ground

    HI everyone! Is there an EASY way to level a 24x12 area of ground without renting a CAT, etc. etc? We have the Ultra 12x24 Pool and we were 6 inches...

    Started by Sandee‎, 06-26-2012 01:33 PM
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    07-01-2012 07:41 PM Go to last post
  3. Pool Installation on a Slope

    Hey everyone! Glad to finally have registered after lurking this forum for the past week. Here's my situation, and I hope I can provide enough...

    Started by NekroDan‎, 06-13-2014 09:55 AM
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    sticky, sticky-retaining-wall
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    06-18-2014 01:02 AM Go to last post
  4. Exclamation Razzysmom's thread

    Hi. I would like to thank you for the great information on here. It has helped me greatly. I have an Intex 20X52. I just upgraded to a Columbia 22"...

    Started by razzysmom‎, 05-27-2012 08:40 AM
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    06-28-2012 09:48 AM Go to last post
  5. Intex Ultra fram 16 x 32 - HELP.....Pleeaaseee! :)

    Hi...we've purchased and are installing our new pool. It is 16 x 32 x 52" deep. The pool is filling, however the long top rails are bowing...

    Started by MariMc‎, 06-21-2012 07:35 PM
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    06-26-2012 05:14 PM Go to last post
  6. Using sand to level an area for an Intex Metal Frame 15 x 48 pool

    Hi, New to the forum. I have read and read and read threads on the forum which have helped me tremendously. I have the area the pool will be set up...

    Started by RedwingT‎, 06-30-2012 04:15 PM
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    07-13-2012 09:29 PM Go to last post
  7. another cartridge filter question

    I've been browsing around the Internet, trying to find out more about pool cartridge filters and flow rates. Came across a Unicel FAQ: ...

    Started by singingpond‎, 08-01-2013 08:36 AM
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    08-13-2013 05:25 PM Go to last post
  8. 15' x 48" Intex Pool sinking on one side

    I bought an 15' x 48" intex metal frame pool, near the end of the season, one side of the pool started sinking through the tarp and into the ground. ...

    Started by Bonnie*‎, 09-07-2013 01:43 PM
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    05-10-2015 06:59 PM Go to last post
  9. Cool New setup- driveway? 16x48 Ultra Intex / Saltwater

    Hi, New user here. I have a new setup 16x48 Ultra Intex / Saltwater in the box. I have a very sloped yard with lots of mature trees and extensive...

    Started by roverdew‎, 06-06-2014 11:58 AM
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  10. newbie

    okay....trying out pool ownership, as advised, with intex metal frame (16x48).... it is on mostly level ground....it has a bit of fall to one...

    Started by ScottsPool‎, 05-24-2012 12:46 PM
    attaboy
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    06-11-2012 01:57 PM Go to last post
  11. Question Suggestions on how to clean Pool before packing it up?

    I'm not exactly sure when I'm going to take down my pool, it depends on if the weather holds out or not. With these cooler nights and daytime temps...

    Started by RedwingT‎, 08-14-2012 08:52 AM
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    09-07-2012 01:45 PM Go to last post
  12. Loss of pressure when adding basic solar heater

    We are new to owning a pool. We had a sailboat on the east coast of Canada and enjoyed it greatly when we actually sailed. It was very inconvenient...

    Started by onlinestoreca‎, 06-02-2013 12:19 PM
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    07-02-2013 09:03 PM Go to last post
  13. Post preparing area

    Okay, this may be a silly question. Can we set up our Intex pool on top of the grass? Or do we need to clear the grass first? I think it's been...

    Started by mommak‎, 05-28-2014 10:31 PM
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    05-30-2014 03:01 PM Go to last post
  14. question about unicel 4607 filter fit in summer escapes pump

    This forum is a great source of information! I've already spent a number of hours reading, and have ordered the K-2006 test kit based on advice here....

    Started by singingpond‎, 07-26-2013 09:49 PM
    sticky, summer escapes
    • Replies: 9
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    08-09-2013 11:27 PM Go to last post
  15. Smile 24' x 48" Pro Series Frame Pool how to heat in Oregon

    Hello My name is Jenny. We own a 24' x 48" Pro Series Frame Pool and live in the state of Oregon. We have nice summers we average from 75 to 85. we...

    Started by jen2sons‎, 05-26-2012 04:59 AM
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    06-03-2012 07:28 PM Go to last post
  16. Intex Pool 18 x 48 a general question

    Hello guys found this site and excited. Anyway just bought a 18 x 48 pool for my daughter's 8 birthday. Leveled the ground and is fill good...

    Started by reboot530‎, 06-24-2012 09:45 PM
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    06-27-2012 04:56 PM Go to last post
  17. 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
  18. SWCG and Unplugging the Copper Ionizer

    Hi, I just wanted to know if I should plug the ionizer back in after use of the SWCG as to keep it dry. It has a cpl prongs that fit into the cap...

    Started by RedwingT‎, 07-23-2012 09:32 PM
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    08-06-2012 11:53 AM Go to last post
  19. Easy set 10' x 30"

    This is my first pool and it is not set up as yet. I purchased 1" chlorine tablets and a float dispenser for it but after some reading perhaps just...

    Started by Larryh86GT‎, 06-07-2013 09:59 PM
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    06-11-2013 03:42 PM Go to last post
  20. New Intex pool owner from Michigan

    Hello I'm a new owner of a 15x42 intex pool and just looking for info on set up and up keep. It has the filter that came with pool kit.

    Started by rovn69‎, 06-03-2014 03:29 PM
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    06-06-2014 05:51 PM Go to last post
  21. summer escape pool filter to an Intex pool filter

    Hi, We have a summer escape pool (a cheap type of pool from our local store). We just converted the original filter to a Intex pool filter. Does...

    Started by mbcrh56‎, 06-08-2014 04:40 PM
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    06-11-2014 10:08 PM Go to last post
  22. Greetings From Vegas - LEAKS!

    This is the only place forum will allow me to post so mods feel free to move to appropriate area if necessary. Were due to start construction on...

    Started by QiingGuy‎, 06-15-2014 11:43 AM
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    07-01-2014 12:28 PM Go to last post
  23. Intex metal frame restraining rope

    Good evening. I just erected my Intex 15x48 metal frame pool. I placed the poles inside the restraining rope, as directed. However, while...

    Started by Robryan29‎, 06-16-2014 08:36 PM
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    06-24-2014 09:27 AM Go to last post
  24. Fence or cover for intex pool

    Last year we set up a 15'x36" intex pool and were very happy with it. But I always had a lingering fear about safety and am hesitant to put it up...

    Started by bellini‎, 06-16-2014 11:34 PM
    fence, intex, safety
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    05-06-2015 08:37 AM Go to last post
  25. Hayward Sand Filter for Intex Easy Set Pool

    Greetings Ya'll! Hope everyone is having a great and safe summer so far. this is my second posting. We recently had to take down our above ground...

    Started by Rubber Duck‎, 06-29-2012 03:12 PM
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    06-30-2012 04:27 PM Go to last post
  26. 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
  27. Question Advise for pool vacuum for small easy set pool please

    Does anyone recommend any inexpensive pool vacuum that actually works that will cost less than my pool? I see there are many cheap vacuums out there...

    Started by Larryh86GT‎, 06-15-2013 07:35 AM
    amz
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    06-21-2013 08:04 AM Go to last post
  28. Angry Just got a Best Way pool

    I set up a bestway 14 x 48 pool and unfortunately filled it and put one back of ez shock in it. Now what? I apologize if I am posting a repeat, but I...

    Started by ginalaborde‎, 03-11-2014 04:59 PM
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    04-29-2014 08:26 AM Go to last post
  29. Question Soft side pool, but need heavy duty stairs . . .

    Hi folks, I'm a noob to both forum and pool ownership. We just purchased this pool...

    Started by BearLeeAble‎, 06-27-2018 07:57 PM
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    06-28-2018 06:10 PM Go to last post
  30. installing pool on unlevel ground need advice

    I have a frame built out of 2x6 that is level across the top, but 5"deep on one end and slopes down to about 11 inches on the opposite (long) end on...

    Started by mwatson61‎, 05-01-2014 12:21 AM
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    05-02-2014 08:03 AM Go to last post

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