Recent content by InTooDeep

Our current pool took a beating this winter, and I have decided to just remove & replace it rather than trying to salvage it. I've read a lot of good comments from people with the Heritage so I plan to purchase the 24' round this spring. I found someone selling pool fencing from an un-named 24'...

I just started running a Hayward EC50AC (25 sq.ft.) DE filter with a 1HP Matrix pump this season. So far I'm very pleased. I was running a Hayward E-200 (200lb.) sand filter w/1HP Power-flo LX previously and can see the difference in water clarity, especially at night with the aqualuminator on.

Sounds like the bump shaft o-rings to me.

Hmm, not sure about KY Jelly for pool lube :roll: ...I've always used Jack's on my Hayward E200 sand filter O-ring with good results.

Thanks for the quick reply. I'm new to DE filters, but from what I've read, I was under the impression that it was not good practice to vacuum debris and that most owners opted for pressure side cleaners. I suppose if I stay diligent with skimming I should be able to keep it simple and just use...

Okay, I have no idea how I did that. I thought I was posting a reply to the existing thread of the same title. Please delete or move this post as needed. My apologies. :oops: Not meant to hijack or anything :roll: ...but I also have a similar two filter for 1 pool question. I have been...

Your welcome! The only reason I knew was because I just picked up a pre-owned Hayward EC50AC this past weekend. I have been going through it and the pump before switching out my old 200lb sand filter. I've got a feeling I'm going to be asking some questions soon, and hope to get some timely...

My local pool store actually recommends changing it every year! :?

I have the same type of filter (EC50) and the nut on mine is a long threaded tube with a hex head on the end that threads inside the spring. I think that may be your problem. Part #6 below.