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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. Converting 15' Round Intex to Hard Plumbing

    I new to posting to this forum, however I have been reading over a lot of the post and they have helped alot. Especially, the posts related to...

    Started by ATC_NH‎, 07-08-2012 07:49 AM
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    pix-broke
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    08-31-2012 05:22 PM Go to last post
  2. Question Cleaning Solution for Unicel filters

    I will be storing the dirty filter in the solution until I need to change out filters again, but am concerned about reusing the same solution when...

    Started by RedwingT‎, 08-24-2012 03:53 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    08-31-2012 05:07 PM Go to last post
  3. Skimmer doesn't work right on Intex pool

    Hi all, I'm new here & only had one question. I have a 15' x 42" Intex metal frame pool. I am at the moment using the pump that came with it. The...

    Started by PhilH‎, 08-20-2012 01:03 PM
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    08-22-2012 02:13 PM Go to last post
  4. Intex rectangular ultra frame 24 x 12 buckled u shaped legs

    We had the pool professionally leveled and put 3 inch blocks under the u shaped legs. The mistake I made was not putting the blocks horizontal with...

    Started by sibehugs‎, 08-20-2012 09:50 AM
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    08-21-2012 08:24 PM Go to last post
  5. Is it possible to run Intex SWCG pump and filter unit with pump disabled?

    Has anyone add a sand filter in series and infront of Intex 54611EG Krystal Clear Saltwater System and Filter Pump? My reason is that a filter...

    Started by jtran69‎, 08-07-2012 07:28 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    08-19-2012 09:15 AM Go to last post
  6. DIY solar heater question

    I'm planning on building a solar water heater for my Intex 15' AG pool. Most of what I've read recommends using black pipe as black will absorb heat...

    Started by Gomez5693‎, 08-14-2012 08:55 AM
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    08-16-2012 01:18 AM Go to last post
  7. Question How fragile are the Intex liners *really* ?

    First-time Intex ultra frame owner here. When I read some of the horror stories on various review sites I wondered whether it was a good idea to put...

    Started by IGnatius T Foobar‎, 08-08-2012 04:09 PM
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    08-09-2012 05:17 PM Go to last post
  8. New Quick set pool with New ebay sand filter system, low pressure

    Hello, Found this forum and been reading it since day one. Pools no longer intimidate me, haha. Anyways, I've purchased a 15x42 Quick set pool...

    Started by trickedout‎, 08-08-2012 12:47 PM
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    08-08-2012 11:34 PM Go to last post
  9. 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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  10. 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
  11. Cloudy Intex pool, too

    Hello, thank you! Have a cloudy overused Intex pool. Been all over the web. Saved your site to favs a few days ago and now decided this is the...

    Started by lorispaulding‎, 08-06-2012 05:47 PM
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    08-07-2012 10:09 AM Go to last post
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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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    08-04-2012 05:22 PM Go to last post
  15. 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
  16. Low Flow error with Intex saltwater system

    We had to buy a replacement saltwater system because the last one got fried somehow. We think it got struck by lightning. We realized this after it...

    Started by lucky4you‎, 07-28-2012 08:03 PM
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    07-30-2012 10:13 AM Go to last post
  17. 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
  18. Doing some home work on Intex Ultra Frame - Leveling the ground

    Greetings, I am doing some basic information gathering for a new Intex Ultra Frame style pool (gravitating towards 18') and had a basic question on...

    Started by nazran‎, 07-22-2012 11:48 PM
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    07-28-2012 11:37 PM Go to last post
  19. 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
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    07-27-2012 01:01 PM Go to last post
  20. Salt Water System GFI Question

    Hi All, I have a 16' x 48" pool with upgrade to 1200 GPM sand filter and Intex CS8110 salt water system (purchased from Lowes for$169) . ...

    Started by outinaustin‎, 07-19-2012 09:13 PM
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    07-24-2012 02:55 PM Go to last post
  21. 14' x 48" pool with 2650 GPH sand filter

    After about a month, I am tired of the small cartridge filters. I want to put a 2650 GPH sand filter on my 14 x 48 AGP. Is that too big?

    Started by wireman‎, 07-10-2012 06:21 PM
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    07-23-2012 07:49 PM Go to last post
  22. Better hoses for Intex pools?

    Hey everyone, forum newbie here, hope to make some friends :) This is our first year with a pool, an Intex 14' Ultra Frame. So far we're very...

    Started by IGnatius T Foobar‎, 07-18-2012 05:08 PM
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    07-23-2012 01:04 PM Go to last post
  23. ???? bubble-like bulge on the liner seam of my intex pool ??? HELP

    Hello, First time pool owner (Intex 15x48). Leveling the land was a major project. My land is part concrete ( L shape) and the part is firm soil...

    Started by michelledsilva0425‎, 07-20-2012 06:29 PM
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    07-22-2012 12:01 AM Go to last post
  24. Pump

    Will a 1/2 horsepower pump work well with a 15 ft above ground pool tks

    Started by trippin11‎, 07-17-2012 04:59 PM
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    07-20-2012 07:47 PM Go to last post
  25. Wonderful summer....let's keep it going!

    So, it has been a great summer in the pool here on the farm! Now, I would like to keep it that way and I am going to Wisconsin for a week. Short of...

    Started by ScottsPool‎, 07-12-2012 12:23 PM
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    07-18-2012 12:44 PM Go to last post
  26. Intex Salt system and Sand Filter Question

    We have an Intex above ground 15x42 pool. The pool has been up and in use since Memorial day weekend. When we filled the pool we elected to go with...

    Started by 2manycars4me‎, 07-14-2012 08:40 AM
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    07-18-2012 12:03 AM Go to last post
  27. Cool Restraining Rope

    Hi - I've got an Intex 15' x 48" Metal Frame Pool. The restraining rope is in bad shape and needs to be replaced. Any advice as to what type of...

    Started by KentRock‎, 07-13-2012 10:17 PM
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    07-16-2012 10:59 PM Go to last post
  28. Saltwater pump hoses crack frequently

    I've got an intex above ground 15ft diameter 42in deep pool with a saltwater filter. Towards the end of last summer, both the inlet and outlet hoses...

    Started by mtnman2k1‎, 07-14-2012 02:28 PM
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    07-14-2012 06:38 PM Go to last post
  29. 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
  30. Angry how exact do my tests have to be?

    I need some advice on my testing results. I have an InTex 12ft x 24ft rectangle ag pool with swgc. My water is crystal clear and soft. Fc= .5 - 1...

    Started by vickeybear‎, 07-14-2012 11:39 AM
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    07-14-2012 04:00 PM Go to last post

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