Recent content by BBBliever

Thier waranty isn't valid for all products. I have a friend that tried to return a two year old hot tub, they would not take it back without documented service repair calls. The average life on a intex pool is 4 years, I highly doubt the would take a 3 or even 2 year old pool back. That waranty...

That lifetime waranty would indead be interesting. How would they honor a product for life that has a average 4 year lifespan. Do you know anybody that has returned a 2 year old intex to costco. I love them and shop allot with them due to that policy but that might be a bit of a stretch to...

What type of filter comes with the Costco package? If it's the cartridge filter 2500 GPH with the Krystal clear saltwater chlorinator don't get it, the wallmart deal is better. I searched high and low last year, Walmart was the best deal. What filter does the walmart pool have? If its a...

There is really no great solution to your problem. DO NOT use tri chlor as it is brutal on the hot tub chemisry and equipment. Di-chlor brought to shock level will only last for a week at the most. Bromine might be your best bet but no floater will last a month. Be sure all aeration is turned...

Below 60 algae is slowed but will grow. FC consumption will drop dramatically. You can probably get by adding chlorine once a week or so. The other option is to let it go to the algae and deal with it in the spring.

I have tried this once and overshot my goal by a bit. It's difficult to know exactly how huch water is in your tub. By keeping track of FC with a good test kit you will know how much CYA is exactly in your tub.

In practice with some experience of your own a routine will be established. You will test alot the first month while you learn what your tubs needs are. I know my routine and only test once a week. It's not a problem to leave for the weekend with chlorine. I left out of town this Friday to...

As previously mentioned Dichlor/Bleach is the method to use. I sanitize my tub with this method for about $2 a month. A must have to properly use this method is A GOOD test kit like the Taylor K-2006 or TF-100. What you spend on the kit will be recouped in chemical savings within the first year.

Even if you shower before you enter the swim spa you will be introducing fecal mater into the water. It may only be a microscopic amount but that can quickly multiply faster than ozone or silver can eliminate it. I personally don't like the thought of ingesting coliform bacteria. Also this...

Most forms of chlorine will either add salt or calcium. Most people have to drain/refill due to high calcium long before salt is a concern. Most people like the effects of salt levels around 2000 ppm. Taste is subjective but the salt will incease so slowly you will likely not even notice it.

Please don't be offended as I will put this bluntly. If you are the only person useing your swim spa then by all means feel free to swim in your bodily waste. If your family of four will be useing it you need to put things in perspective. Your tub is about 2400 gallons. If 4 people use it...

There are many variables to the equation. What size pipe? How long is the run? What is the elevation gain? In general it should be no problem. Many people run solar panels on roofs with 20 foot vertical gains with 1 HP pumps. All situations will vary. Can you give more specifics about your...

MY 1600 sand filter has worked flawlessly as season and has been supporting 160 sq ft of solor panles for the last month. It not the best filter but it is a good value for the price.

That filter comes with a 2 year waranty. If it is under waranty and you have proof of purchase call intex customer support. I'm sure they will make you happy.

I highly recommend going solar. Not familiar with your climate but they greatly extend my swim season. My pool temp has not droped below the upper 80's yet. Today's ambient high was 80 my pool was 87. I hope to swim till thanksgiving. You will need to make sure your solar and swcg and pump...