Recent content by Bern

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    Would appreciate replacement pump reccomendatiopns

    Hi, After many fixes, seal replacement etc my pump has finally given up the fight . I would appreciate any recommendations for a replacement. Here are the specs on my current equipment including the pump name and number. Jacuzzi Magnum 1HP model # 94027110 10,000 +/- gallon IG Vinyl Pool...
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    TF-100 test kit

    Thanks, for the tips. I agree getting the speed stir will make testing easier, I remember using similar devices in freshman chemistry many years ago. Never got the math right but had fun with all the gadgets. My other hobby is woodworking so my wife is convinced I'm ordering this just because it...
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    TF-100 test kit

    Many, many thanks to all of you for responding. I'm going to order the TF-100 today. If I order it through TFP will you folks get some credit or commission? If so, I'd rather buy from you than from Amazon. I'm really looking forward to getting accurate numbers before I put anything else in my...
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    TF-100 test kit

    Hi, Thinking about investing in one of these because it seems more accurate to count drops and multiply than to match shades of color. Perhaps it's just my eyes but I've been using test strips and a simple test from Leslie's (18-5540) and been very frustrated. It seems to me these methods are...
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    Bleach vs pool specific chlorine

    Hi, My vinyl liner in-ground pool is using a ton of chlorine. Both Chlorine and free chlorine are almost non-existent within a few days of shocking. I keep a float with large chlorine tabs in the pool at all times and those seem to get used up pretty fast too. The pool is not subject to heavy...