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    What type of heating system do you recommend?

    Hi, We live in Southern California. We have a 16x32' IG 26,880 gallon pool with an automatic vinyl pool cover. Over the weekend I successfully installed a new Sta-Rite DE filter. During the installation, I removed an old and rusted Purex Tropical Isle NG heater that's gone unused for four...
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    Does an over-sized filter increase water "turnover rate"?

    Hi... narrowing this down, My system has a newer single-speed Hayward 1HP pump with 1.5" plumbing throughout. The old filter was a 36sf Purex DE stainless steel model from the 80s. If I move to a larger 48sf filter, will the turnover rate increase, thus allowing me to shorten my run times...
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    Hayward Perflex EC65a or 75a: Opinions?

    Hi, I need to replace our 20 y/o Purex DE 36 SF filter with a new unit. I have an IG 26,880 pool with a Hayward 1HP single-speed pump. For financial reasons (filing BK soon), I’d like to get the group’s opinion of the Hayward EC65a or 75a. Both are well priced and within our budget...
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    Metal Sequesterants... Any less expensive options?

    Hi, I'm just about to start the removal of some magnesium stains from my vinyl liner using ascorbic acid (vitamin C test worked great!). I'm pricing metal sequesterants online for my 28,000 gallon pool. According to their websites, I need about 3 quarts of either the Jack's Magic or ProTeam...