Thanks for the reply - there is no doubt the pool and the equipment were neglected. The previous owners did not open the pool for about 2 or 3 years prior to me purchasing the house. I have kept it going with heavy chlorine, lots of vinyl & fiberglass patches, and a TON of maintenance... Despite the issues, the pool has been great and it's time to invest the money to make it right again.

If anyone has comments on the most durable types of steps & liner - I would definitely appreciate it.

Another question - Since I'm replacing the coping, can i have the vinyl liner tucked underneath the coping like it was done during the original installation - which was probably in the 80's?

Thank you