gpshemi- Are you sure you have the classic pool? In the brochure it says the classic has sheet aluminum wall constuction. Maybe your pool is the carousel. That one's suppose to have the extruded walls. I was just wondering. Denise:)
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gpshemi- Are you sure you have the classic pool? In the brochure it says the classic has sheet aluminum wall constuction. Maybe your pool is the carousel. That one's suppose to have the extruded walls. I was just wondering. Denise:)
That's what I'm talkin about. This is why I have truly decided on an EW pool...........because of the aluminum.............Doughboy may be know for name and some people may feel ok w/ the steel and looks of the db, but I think i prefer the more modern looks of the EW.My question is this : why don't they put soft drinks in steel cans?
I am attaching several photos of the area in the yard in which we want to install our "soon to be purchased" pool. Everyone participating in this thread has been a god send and we soooo appreciate learning from you all. The first 3 photos are where we WANT to put it, the last being a largely open space that would better tolerate the pool (space and full sun) but not convenient and accessible as placing it off the back deck about 15 - 20 feet and tying in the new decking with the existing one. Any of you who have participated in this thread that may have any suggestions, we greatly welcome them. We plan to build the bulk of the pool decking down off the existing deck, up some new wide steps and to the left with a pretty good landing pad once you step up. Off to the right and the backside along the tree line will be simple landscaping. We also plan to construct about a 2-4 foot walkway around the top the pool where there isn't significant decking.
The extruded versus sheet refers to the columns and rails doesn't it?
I didn't think there was such a thing as an extruded "wall". Maybe I got things screwed up a little.
I have the classic with the roman columns and the rails and colums are clearly extruded. They're very heavy construction with beads and grooves extruded into them. A sheet rail is thinner and more flimsy. It's basically a folded up sheet of aluminun really.
My rail caps are resin. While I think the caps could be done better, they aren't bad either. They just aren't as nice as the rest of the design in my book. The bottom of each column has a fluted bottom cap too. Those seem to be will done.
gpshemi
Although steel does corrode, the pool walls in a Doughboy pool are galvanized and coated so that the steel is not exposed to the elements. In the Desert Spring line, I believe the walls are lifetime guaranteed. I can't say that's it's better or worse than aluminum but you seem to conclude that the steel is inferior to the aluminum and I don't believe that is true. If a company is willing to back a product (steel or aluminum) with a lifetime guarantee then the odds are pretty good that you are dealing with a quality pool. Both Doughboy and EW are well-established companies so I don't think you could go wrong with either. If you prefer the look of the EW then go for it.Quote:
Originally Posted by traceyb
As far as the extruded walls - there are two types of aluminum walls - one piece and a series of smaller pieces that fit together. Extruded wall might refer to the multi-piece wall (see the thread that I pointed to in my previous message).
Peter
That would make sense. In that case mine would be a sheet aluminum wall. Mines one pc.
As for the steel debate, the first time it gets a scratch or ding that penitrates the coating, it's going to start to rust. Never ever get a weedeater close to a steel walls coating.
gpshemi
gpshemi.........
I'm glad to hear you are liking the classic EW. If you don't mind me asking and if I remember correctly you got an oval? If you did get a round one, would mind telling me how much you paid for the pool and all you got w/ it minus installation fees if you paid for it. I am looking at the 27' classic with the gray walls (decor in the middle).............I live in southern il and would be curious to know for comparison reasons. did you order it online or buy from a dealer? Thanks.
I posted that on the 3rd page of this link.
I got the pool itself from a local dealer.
The rest was either from family, or Ebay.
gpshemi
:eek: Well we did it. We put a down payment on our esther williams classic round. They would have ordered the 27' because they were out of them (imagine that)..........so they upgraded us to the 30' round for 600$. I feel like I could loose a gut on the cost, however I also revert back to thoughts of years of enjoyment. So, thank you all for being a BIG contributing factor. I am SO sure I'll be back on here alot, just learning new information and hopefully I'm NEVER on here to problem solve. But if I am, I'm sure I'll get things fixed through POOL FORUM.
I have tried to post some photos, but it said they were too large? Don't know how to do it or I would send you "progressive" pictures. Anyone care to fill me in on how to do it from a mac G5
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The way I do pictures is to upload everything to photobucket.com (free). Then I copy the link in the IMG line and paste it into my posts. I also resize my picture with a resizing program I downloaded from the internet but I can't remember where from. If I find it, I will post back. It resizes them to small so they fit nicely in these posts. Not sure if this was much help, but hopefully you will figure it out soon so we can see your pool come together!! Congrats on the purchase!
I'm new at this also (we bought an 18x38 Doughboy because that is all that is offered in our area that can have a deep end) and at that time I hadn't came across this forum.
The BIG lesson we learned in hindsight is to really investigate your installer and company. We didn't, chose based on price, and found out a year later that he had 4 complaints through the Better Business Bureau. Our warranty is through Doughboy, so we don't really need him now, good thing since he is out of business and running a coffee shop instead.:eek:
Anyway, might be worth checking out if you haven't already.
Kerrie
Thanks denan bob for the photo bucket info. I will work on that until I have something to start photographing. I am to get the call next sat. on a date and time of install. I will try to post pictures throught out the progress of it all. Our best friend has moved two small trees for me, now I have the 30' circle painted and am waiting on them. I will now be switching gears and reading up on the chlorine threads, and electrical threads etc. Thanks to all for making this one successful...........keep it going because it should truly help future agpool seekers. THANKS AGAIN GUYS.
This is photo #1. You can see now what I mean. Making a bridge from the existing deck, removing the steps and reusing and bringing the deck towards you w/ the pool circle on the right. The deck will also wrap around the side of the pool closest to the deckw/ the pump/filter being placed close to the bottom right of the picture. Probably about 2 feet of rock and landscape timbers around the rest. Still debating on whether or not we want about a 3 ft walkway around the rest of the pool. Any thoughts guys........as always we welcome your input or ideas.
hello Tracy,
get a doughboy. I got mine 16 years ago, best thing I ever did. I've had the sand changed only twice, and had to replace the motor last year. I'm over 60, divorced, and living totally alone, I've done everything myself.
They are easy to work with,the parts are durable. I would make one advice regarding hoses, they wear out pretty quick, especially here ,[coastal Mississippi.] Go to Lows and get the clear heavy plastic hoses for filter to pool, it will save you a lot of work, and money. happy swimming. Carol
Well, this is finally the time to praise my pool. Starting from scratch on this forum, and learning what I felt I needed to to purchase my pool lead me to the purchase of a 30' AG EW. I love it . I love the liner, the outside, the strength of the pool and especially the top rail that is rough, but doesn't get hot and is strong enough to walk on if need be to get that last little leaf on the other side of the pool. Thanks for posting this in the FAQ's section. I saw this and thought I would put some closure on the Thread I started back last year. There are photos of this pool in the above ground pool II thread. Thanks guys and good luck with whichever pool you choose.
Well, it's going on year 3..wow how time flies. So far I'm elated with my Ester Williams pool. Only problem I faced were the top rails chipping paint, in which since they have sent me 8 new ones. Yeah, I have to replace them myself, but NO it's not going to be hard, just a few hours. Liner and pool body still looking brand new. Happy with my choice so far. Good luck in your choices people