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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: 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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  2. 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
  3. 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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  4. 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
  5. 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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  1. epsom salt- what purpose does it have

    I have an intex 12x24 ag with swcg. I have read different things about adding Epsom salt to the pool but I am a little confused as to use it or not. ...

    Started by vickeybear‎, 07-14-2012 11:46 AM
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    07-14-2012 11:46 AM Go to last post
  2. 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
  3. Supplies Preparation for Pool Arrival

    Hi everyone! Well it seems my pool is finally on it's way and I'd like to be prepared for when it gets here. I have a few questions as to what type...

    Started by RedwingT‎, 07-13-2012 11:47 AM
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    07-13-2012 06:08 PM Go to last post
  4. Contacting Intex Corp for parts or problems.

    here. ] While we (at PoolForum) think pretty highly of Intex *pools*, especially for the price, some of their gear is pretty dodgy, and has a...

    Started by PoolDoc‎, 07-13-2012 10:05 AM
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  5. 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
  6. How to properly chlorinate small 12'x30" intex pool? And few other questions.

    Hey all, i have small 12x30 intex pool for kids to enjoy. Thus far I've been reading up on the chemicals that I need and so far what I have is the...

    Started by Azmp1‎, 07-07-2012 09:23 PM
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    07-13-2012 12:04 AM Go to last post
  7. 15' round mystic pool above ground

    Thinking of adding the intex salt system ( I have one I used from last years intex)...can it be done also what do I need to do...

    Started by Kiddo44pct‎, 07-07-2012 08:50 PM
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    07-12-2012 11:36 PM Go to last post
  8. Considering an above ground pool

    Hi, this is my first post. I'm considering getting an above ground pool. Right now, our family of three has a summer membership to a local pool...

    Started by momofonly‎, 07-09-2012 11:22 PM
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    07-12-2012 09:02 PM Go to last post
  9. First time adding chemicals to 18x48 intex ultra frame pool..HELP!

    We have a 18x48 ultra frame intex pool. It was completely filled up by Monday night and we covered it Tuesday. Wednesday and today we left the cover...

    Started by babyblueiz77‎, 06-21-2012 07:20 PM
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    07-10-2012 09:15 PM Go to last post
  10. New Member, yucky pool

    My husband and I have decided to resurrect our old cheapo above ground pool for another year. We are retired now and just want it to cool off in, but...

    Started by Old Bat‎, 05-24-2012 09:23 PM
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    calcium, scale, white bucket
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    07-09-2012 04:40 PM Go to last post
  11. Wink Ring Pool

    I purchased this pool two weeks ago. http://www.walmart.com/ip/Summer-Escapes-15-x-42-Quick-Set-Ring-Pool-with-Deluxe-Kit/19340402 . I have it...

    Started by betolley‎, 07-08-2012 11:19 PM
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    07-08-2012 11:35 PM Go to last post
  12. How long should I run my new filter?

    A few days ago I upgraded the filtration on my intex 15'x36" easy set pool to a sandpro 50. The sandpro is rated for pools up to 5x's the water...

    Started by G.Ritter78‎, 07-07-2012 12:18 PM
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    07-08-2012 03:38 PM Go to last post
  13. Polaris 180 convert for above ground?

    I have an Intex above ground pool 15'x48", intex 1200 gal sand filter pump, and a krystal clear salt water system. I was just given a Polaris...

    Started by mikest‎, 07-05-2012 11:44 AM
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    07-07-2012 03:47 PM Go to last post
  14. No idea what I'm doing!!

    Was given an intext 15x42 pool w/o instructions. Filled it, and have tried to treat it, but water is cloudy. Pump runs 24 hours, new filter every 2...

    Started by sadiesue517‎, 06-13-2012 02:42 PM
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    07-03-2012 07:34 PM Go to last post
  15. No questions yet...

    Hello to PF. I will soon be the new owner of an Intex 15' X 48" Steel pole frame pool. After ordering the pool I did a google search and found the...

    Started by rmk_racer‎, 06-08-2012 08:56 PM
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    attaboy
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  16. Poolskim

    I have a 12' Intex Easy Set Pool and trying to locate an alternative to the standard skimmer that comes with these pools. The Poolskim seems...

    Started by hoosiergal‎, 07-02-2012 11:26 AM
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    07-02-2012 01:20 PM Go to last post
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. Help, 18' vinyl pool liner bottom moderately sun damaged

    Hi, is there any way I can save my pool? Its an intex 18' x 52" above ground pool. Unfortunately it got left uncovered over this last winter and the...

    Started by rick1964‎, 06-29-2012 06:40 PM
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  20. New Intex Pool owner

    Just ordered the Intex 24ft x 12ft intex pool and am a first time pool owner so I figured I had better find a place to get questions answered. Found...

    Started by tom79904‎, 06-26-2012 01:08 PM
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    06-28-2012 11:45 AM Go to last post
  21. 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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  22. 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
  23. Question dirt or algea?

    hello, i have what looks like blackish clouds in the bottom of my pool, they can be swept away easily. you can see them dissolve (or disperse) ,...

    Started by hearts2swim‎, 06-25-2012 10:05 AM
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    06-27-2012 09:16 AM Go to last post
  24. 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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  25. New pool setup-posts settling differently What to do?

    Hi, This is my second Intex ABP. We had a 12' round by 42" deep with the metal frame which lasted us about 5 years. The new one I set up is the...

    Started by trudge‎, 06-24-2012 12:52 AM
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  26. How to modify Intex ABG pool fittings to accept 11/2" pvc pipes?

    Hello everyone!! I'm Jose from California city Ca, I've rencently purchased a 24' round Intex ABG pool, evrything so far is been good. The problem I...

    Started by traxx2003‎, 06-23-2012 06:33 AM
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    06-23-2012 10:17 AM Go to last post
  27. Question Cloudy water

    Hi ---I'm new here and hope I've used the right area to post. I opened the start here link and couldn't find a post button there. I have a 15'...

    Started by poolpuppy‎, 05-17-2012 01:34 PM
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  28. Which filter/pump better for water with high iron

    should I stay with a cartridge filter or switch to a sand filter pump. I've heard every time you backwash you lose 2-3 inches of water and when I add...

    Started by tsybert‎, 06-20-2012 10:54 AM
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    06-21-2012 09:00 PM Go to last post
  29. new here, what is the brand of pool

    Me and my wife are new to tx and its hot after being in wyoming for seven years, with that being said we are looking at buying an above ground pool...

    Started by mattyd1373‎, 06-18-2012 10:19 PM
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    06-20-2012 07:40 PM Go to last post
  30. Unhappy Intex sand filter discharge reducer fitting

    I just bought a 14" Krystal clear Intex sand filter. I am trying to figure out how to attach the 2" discharge hose (the limp blue plastic tubing). ...

    Started by SoonerMark‎, 06-18-2012 04:08 PM
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    06-20-2012 07:29 PM Go to last post

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