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    Mottled discolored plaster

    I would contact the Mfg of the plaster and see what they say after reviewing the pics.
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    Best Practice - Installing Anchor Cups for Stair Railing in Pavers

    Thanks.. I have the bond wire right in front of the pad... will be connecting to that... and thanks for the other info.
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    Best Practice - Installing Anchor Cups for Stair Railing in Pavers

    I have a set of Permacast Big Boy 6 inch brass anchors and a the metal plate. What is the best way/ method to install these in a paver deck. ??? I plan on pouring a 2x2 ft concrete pad then installing the anchors... but not sure on the best way to attatch the plate and cups to the...
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    Pentair Intellichlor Bypass (Custom Made)

    I just use an old dead cell and cut the cord off. too lazy to buy or make one. but nice job.
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    Multiple rebar rust stains in 9 year old plaster pool - seeking permanent fix

    The problem is that the rebar is not embedded enough in the gunite/ concrete shell. Its possible that they did not shoot enough gunite over the bottom to fully cover and encase the rebar. Even if your plaster was really thick the plaster would suck out the rust from the concrete shell... So...
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    Leak in gunite pool - spa inlet

    The crack and lack of bond would need to be all the way through the plaster & the concrete/ gunite shell. Some type of tow part epoxy will only be a band-aid. I hate to say but the spa needs to be chipped out around the leaking return fitting -- all the way through. With the pipe exposed...
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    Concrete dividers

    You can apply some Sika rite self leveling adheasive. Its rubbery and will fill the cracks. https://retail.usa.sika.com/en/products/sealants/self-leveling/sikaflexr-self-leveling-sealant-0
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    Calcium Nodules

    And a proper replaster should remove 100 percent of the existing plaster to getdown to all hard gunite/concrete shell. Any cracks or problems with the shell should be repaired, then it get washed down, a bond coat and then the new plaster. Calcuim nodules are from the OLD plaster coming...
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    Storm Blew Out IntelliCenter

    You may be able to make a homeowners insurance claim.
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    Pentair EasyTouch remote has " NO COMM "

    Try powering off the main control panel. Shut off all circuit breakers. First turn off any active pool functions on the panel. Then flip off all the circuit breakers. Wait a minute and flip all back on. It has worked for me in the past... the old Crt Alt Del.
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    Installing new Waterway Jets - lube?

    I use a little silicone lube but others are against it because they feel it allows dirt or debris to stick. I have never had a problem but I like lube +.
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    Done with Pentair LED’s?

    I have been running my Pentair Intellibrite LED lights for 10 years now. No problems.
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    What are you using for Rail Anchors - Brass or Plastic / Pavers

    Installing a couple of sets of stair rails. Q- recommendations on anchor bases and install for paver deck. Was planning on pouring a 2x3 deep concrete cube w mesh then setting anchor plate. Keeping concrete at paver base then using some urethane adhesive for the few pavers ontop of the...
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    Paint for pentair meyal light covers

    Anyone have a product that works or do I just replace em. Thanks
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    Painted chrome light covers?

    I am working on a pool and the chrome trim rings on the lights seem to have been painted. Before I replace with new has anyone had sucess with painting their covers. They are Pentail Ameri Lights.