Hello Everyone,

This is my first post to this site and wish to thank all in advance for at least reading my post/question.

I've had the same above ground pool for approximately fifteen years. Last year, prior to closing for the winter season, I noticed that my skimmer was leaking at the gasket area. i got new gaskets and reinstalled the skimmer, only to find the same leak. After opening the pool this year, I attempted to change out the skimmer. I had no problem removing the old skimmer. I installed the new skimmer and have substantial leaking at the gasket area. I've "cranked" on the screws, but can't seem to seat the gasket. I'm not talking about a drip, the water is leaking badly. It's almost as if nothing is seating properly. I can't open the pool with this leak.

I'm not sure what question to ask, other than, where do I go from here?

Thank you,

DJ