Recent content by Hoochie

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    Borate Test Strips in Ontario

    Hey JB, Yes I managed to reach the folks at TFTKits and they are taking care of me. :p Thanks for the reply.
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    Borate Test Strips in Ontario

    Hi TFP: Does anyone in Ontario know where I could purchase Borate Test Strips? I've tried TFTKits but it doesn't appear they will ship to Canada. Also checked out a link to Apollo Piscines and that page no longer exists (so assuming they are no more). Any help appreciated (Amazon is Sold...
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    Pump Run Time

    Many thanks to the folks here at TFP. I have successfully rewired my Hayward P4 to allow me to manage my Filter time, Heater and lights (thanks Jblizzle). Yesterday my readings at 6 pm were: The pool was off for most of the day while I rewired and then I programmed the filter to run that...
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    My Poor Boy Aerator

    Thank you mas985 and bdex I'll take a look at the venturi Tee as an option h
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    My Poor Boy Aerator

    Actually never thought of that....
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    My Poor Boy Aerator

    Maybe more like this? 1 1/2" to a 1" reducer, 1" T pipe and back to a 1 1/2" Will the reduction be enough?
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    My Poor Boy Aerator

    Another version I might try: Basically a T-Pipe with a 3/4 in feed that is held in place by a plug and then be able to rotate the 3/4 feed pipe with the end in the stream cut at 45.
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    My Poor Boy Aerator

    Yup - tried using an ABS Y Pipe shooting straight into pool with and extension that pointed back to jet. I then used an extended 8" piece with a plug and a 3/4" braided hose to feed air down to the flow. I get some suction but it is minimal and it is really picky about where that braided hose...
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    Trying to convince others...Its tough

    TFP - I'm never going back. thanks
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    My Poor Boy Aerator

    Just snapped a bunch of PVC I had hanging around in the garage. Guess I'll need to pick up a 45 (for now using a 45 abs - which is that black piece) Inspired by Rangeball's aerator (which is much slicker I must say) Has anyone tried to create a venturi version? :eek:
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