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My filter uses these big style cartridges (see link below). Which at ~500 per set, leave a big hole in my pocket (less money to spend on happy hr ;) ) . That's why when I saw this retrofit kit, it caught my eye. With that said, now that I take a look at the site, it doesn't look like they have a...

Hi Everyone, I'm might be replacing my cartridge filter this season, and I was wondering, has anyone used these Eden Equip retrofit kit (link below)? if so, do you recommend them? any issues? according to the literature on the site, its suppose to have the same filter coverage and use better...

Jim, take a look at the Hayward TriStar and EcoStar VS pump. Have read good reviews about it and its interface. I might switch to one of them once mine dies (a single speed). One thing for sure, whatever you buy go for a VS pump. Also, take a look at your power run to the equip as some pump run...

Gave them a call 4.99 / gal. not bad :) ..thanks again.

Hi zamazing, How much do they charge at that place per gallon (to compare with my local store)? I ended up reaching out two chemical distributors in NJ but only the one above replied. It looks like they have moved (at least the warehouse) to Brooklyn, NY. I asked about the prices and they said...

Thanks guys. I'll check with the local pool store about their price and volume of chlorine. Hopefully, this year will go a lot smoother. On a related note, I found this information on an archived thread in case it might be useful to any other NJ user looking for bulk chlorine. Universal...

Hi Everyone, Last year I had issues keeping the algae away and to do so I had to use a lot of Chlorine. Researching the subject makes me believe it's because the CYA was too high. I think the lowest and highest I had it was around 80/90-120 when it should be 30-40. Interesting enough, when I...

Yea, these SMD filter look great. The best of both worlds. At least on paper :). I came across this youtube video. But it does look like in this case it was not setup for BW. But you can see how doing a thorough cleaning, is as easy as cleaning a cartridge filter. Sta-Rite System 3 Modular DE...

Initially that's what I thought too (ie. I wouldn't be able to BW the filter). However, in reading about these model filter (link below), supposedly you are able to BW them. You have a good point about where to BW the DE. I'll have to check with the city to make sure I don't get in trouble if I...

Hi OldPoolMan, Did you use this new style SMD cartridge or the vertical grids one? I guess both might work as long as you get the right manifold,etc.

Recently had to take a closer look at my filter ( I have a Sta-Rite S8M500 -- 20k gal pool) and in doing so I realized I have to replace my cartridge next summer. Looking at the prices, they cost a big chunk of money ($500 for the set). That's when I came across a star rite DE filter that has a...

Sorry for the delay in replying. Just wanted to take a minute to say thank you for all the feedback, much appreciated. I'll probably end up calling someone and try to save myself some unwanted headache! :)

I'm thinking of pouring antifreeze down the line and hope for the best. I remembered that when we first moved in, the water level was very high to the point where it went into the skimmer and the leak must have been there. So, I'm hoping that the fact that water line is lower and the antifreeze...

Thanks Texas Plash for the information. I'll think about putting some antifreeze through the pump intake and into the main drain line. Duraleigh, Yes, I lowered the water to the return lines. I just measure and the water is 1' 4'' (20 inches) from the top of the pool. Do you think that's okay...

Hi All, I'll start by saying that I'm a new pool owner so please excuse it if the question is a stupid one :). Okay, so we moved to a house that came with a pool in Feb. The pool had been closed for a year or 2 as the previous owners were elder. I was able to open the pool with a few minor...