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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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  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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  1. tears near the sewn section patched but still leak

    I had the pool up for one summer in 2013 when I bought it. I took it down and moved but didn't get it up last summer. I put it up last weekend and...

    Started by teamwir‎, 06-01-2015 04:15 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    06-03-2015 06:58 AM Go to last post
  2. Intex Sand filter suction air leak or...???

    I've got an Intex 18' x 9' Ultraframe with the same filter. The local pool supply talked me into Zeolite sand and it's been working well. I added...

    Started by BlueCorn‎, 06-06-2013 04:03 PM
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    06-06-2013 09:03 PM Go to last post
  3. Taking pool down for the winter.

    Any advice for take down and storage of our 22' x 52" intex pool. Getting too cool and time to close it down. We decided early in the summer we'd...

    Started by mcbdz‎, 09-19-2014 01:57 PM
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    10-07-2014 02:44 PM Go to last post
  4. 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
  5. Problem with inlet nozzle, not adjustable!

    I just set up my Intex 9x18 pool and everything is fine except the adjustable pool inlet nozzle isn't adjustable. It just shoots the water across...

    Started by larrylintz‎, 05-27-2015 10:45 AM
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    05-29-2015 03:01 PM Go to last post
  6. 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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  7. Deb62's pool

    These testing demo videos may help. http://pool9.net/K2006-vid/

    Started by Watermom‎, 06-22-2014 07:15 PM
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    01-31-2015 12:04 AM Go to last post
  8. 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
  9. Question Starting over

    Well due to a bunch of rain, too much water and a leveling/placement issue, I drained my pool last night. I was afraid of a collapse and didn't...

    Started by RedwingT‎, 07-29-2012 02:28 PM
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    08-02-2012 12:54 PM Go to last post
  10. pool pump problem

    I have a intex 15x36 easy set pool with a krystal clear pump (633T) and a cs8110 salt system. This is the replacement for the standard pump and...

    Started by jimmyruss‎, 07-26-2015 04:37 PM
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    07-26-2015 05:16 PM Go to last post
  11. Intex Ultra Frame 18 x 48 Pool

    I've got my pool full. I've been circulating water for about 5.5 hrs. I added 7 doses of bleach while filling. Pool capacity is 6423 gals. I just got...

    Started by slick6‎, 07-06-2014 08:37 PM
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  12. salt system not working

    I have a krystal clear model cs8110 salt system that has been working well, coming on 5 min. after the pump starts for 3 hours. Recently, it has not...

    Started by jimmyruss‎, 08-03-2016 01:23 PM
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    08-03-2016 01:23 PM Go to last post
  13. Another winter close question

    So I'm ready to drain my 18' x 48" Intex Ultra pool. I go to the hardware store and pick up a long enough garden hose to get from the pool to the...

    Started by rkooz‎, 10-11-2014 09:36 AM
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    10-15-2014 08:41 AM Go to last post
  14. 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
  15. 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
    • Replies: 7
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    06-30-2012 04:27 PM Go to last post
  16. 18ft Intex pool help with well water

    As always came across this forum to late. My pool is filled already. I have placed the Flipping frog In against better judgement.. and it went from...

    Started by borntworide‎, 05-22-2013 06:58 PM
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    amz, pix2fix
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  17. -- CLOSED THREAD/ PoolDoc -- recommend auto cleaner for 18' Intex Ultra w/ 1hp pump

    Now that I've got a real filter system for the 18' softsided Ultra via Waterway 1hp, 50sq.ft. filter, I'm almost happy. I'm happy until I need to...

    Started by Psychoknight‎, 04-17-2012 12:25 AM
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    04-19-2012 07:45 AM Go to last post
  18. Unhappy Intex Metal frame poles outside the band

    Hi! We are on the second summer with our Intex 15" x 48 pool. Unfortunately, this year in our haste to put up the pool we accidentaly installed the...

    Started by Amanda‎, 05-22-2012 02:17 PM
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    05-25-2012 11:30 PM Go to last post
  19. how i vacume my intex

    this is what I made for about $10 at Lowes I attach it to the intake side and swim around and suck up all the dirt.

    Started by fishlips‎, 06-25-2014 05:45 PM
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    06-26-2014 02:30 PM Go to last post
  20. Smile Our First Pool -- Intex 9 x 12

    This is going to be our first pool so I want to make sure I get things right from start. We ordered our pool online and it won't arrive until July 1...

    Started by BlackQueen40‎, 06-21-2014 09:48 PM
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    06-28-2014 04:58 PM Go to last post
  21. 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
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    08-09-2013 11:27 PM Go to last post
  22. Can't get bottom flat, can pool bottom be slightly concave/bowl shaped?

    Hi. Instead of making a mulch bed for my 16' round Intex pool, I'm using the deck platform I made last year. The studs are warped a bit, and while I...

    Started by SkierDude‎, 06-29-2013 08:25 PM
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    06-30-2013 11:13 AM Go to last post
  23. Intex Easy-Set leaning

    Before I start, yes the platform is level. When I initially filled the pool one side was lower than the other After a heavy rain this happened...

    Started by brant‎, 06-18-2018 01:14 PM
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    06-18-2018 06:03 PM Go to last post
  24. Need Help with my new Summer Escapes ProSeries 14' X 42" Metal Frame Swimming Pool

    I heard so many good reviews in regards to this forum, alot of experts help us newbies, i tip my hat off to all you guys and gals I am a first...

    Started by eblade21‎, 05-26-2014 09:36 PM
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    05-28-2014 12:10 AM Go to last post
  25. 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
    • Replies: 8
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    06-11-2013 03:42 PM Go to last post
  26. 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
  27. Angry Intex Sand Filter Problem- i vacuum dead algea from pool floor & it keeps coming back

    Hello- I have an AGP 18x52 round Intex Ultra Frame Pool that came with a Krystal Clear Sand Filter Pump 14" model# SF15110. This is my...

    Started by polockma‎, 08-05-2012 12:36 PM
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    08-05-2012 04:02 PM Go to last post
  28. Intex filtration problems

    Why is the sky blue but my water green? Kidding. I am new to pools and got my 22'x58" Intex up Memorial weekend. We started with guess strips (I will...

    Started by teamwir‎, 06-09-2013 11:36 PM
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    amz
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    06-20-2013 03:04 PM Go to last post
  29. Is this a correct pump to use for a above ground swimming pool

    Hi there, We got a free 15 ft round above the ground pool from craigslist. And we got this pump with it:...

    Started by qbinflorida‎, 06-05-2012 08:35 PM
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    06-09-2012 10:38 AM Go to last post
  30. 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

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