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Howdy! I've been away from this site for this season because my pool has been lovely and with the BBB method I've not had as many panic moments as in the past. I just replace ALL my water and 'bought' the pool a new batch of water this week. I'm not sure but I think the YEARS of BBB cause a...

No one around here is 'fessing up to this but ... . My SPLASHER type pool (really thick 'bullet proof" material) has developed small pinhole cuts near the bottom and one has ruptured and is spilling a small spray of water. It looks like FREDDIE KRUGER was there (on the outside) and SLASHED...

Not sure where to post this especially because it's about the chlorine PUCK tabs that I should be weaned off of because of the BBB method but ... . I still do 'cheat' because when my cya gets too high I have the option to drain our AGP. So, the question is this ... how much do 3 inch pucks...

I've been a BBB for a couple of years with some good and some not so good seasons but mostly good and easy seasons. This season I'm having trouble figuring out what to do here. Can I get some help with these numbers? First of all, my little pool has sparkling clear and beautiful looking (and...

Not sure where to put this since I'm not new around here but ... . The question of the day: What's the best way to ADD new water. I have an small SPLASHER type ABOVE GROUND pool so usually I just stick the hose in it - set a timer and pray I remember that when the timer goes off what the bell...

Okay - for us AGP owners we have the unique position - literally - of standing with the SOLAR COVER at waist or chest high depending on our pool depth. So, how do you get your solar covers ON? Now, when it's actually warm enough in my area to be in the pool the last person out of the pool sort...

Okay - so I'm trying to adjust the TA - lowered the PH and decided to 'aireate' the pool water with our fountain feature. I got the fountain a couple of seasons ago and could never get it to stay put. It would float away from the anchor and I'd end up watering the neighbors yard, the fences...

Okay - so I've built my own SOLAR COVER reel and actually have a place on the side of the fence to STORE the rolled up cover but it's just as easy to leave the 'reeled-up' cover on the pool. This means it's exposed in the sun - like when it's ON the pool. So, I've seen and heard about covers...

Okay - I thought I was going crazy and everyone around me must have thought I've been around the pool chemicals too long ... but it's been confirmed. My 5 year old Above Ground Portable SPLASHER type pool (VINYL with outside pipe supports) seems to have changed shape. Not in a MAJOR way (like...

My C900 Hayward filter cartridge is identical on both ends. Does it matter if I put it in the same direction each time? Or should I switch it up and put it in one way one time then the other way the next time. Would it make a difference? Does it matter? I can tell if it is up or down by the...

Okay - so I sort of solved the only going in one direction problem with my Wanda Whale by taking her all a part to see if anything was cracked or broken (NO) and then once again to lube up all the parts that MOVE except the small gear box. I've cleaned the pool filter - TWICE and inspected the...

I wasn't sure were to put this so I figured it's an EVERYTHING ELSE ... . I was talking to some very smart mechanic type persons about my pool and when I mentioned the silicone POOL STORE lube I put around the rings and use on just about every moving part that needs to keep moving (I was...

Okay - I just confirmed it, after 4 years??? of great service with NO TROUBLES AT ALL, I just watched my Wanda Whale for an hour and she NEVER made a LEFT TURN. Her usual pattern is lots of right hand turns then a straight away with a lot of left hand turns and then a straight a way then lots...

That's it - trying to deal with getting the solar cover (bubble wrap kind) off the pool on my ABOVE GROUND POOl and then BACK on after swimming ... and make it easy enough we don't need a whole crew out there to do it or need to take another swim after because we're all tired, hot and sweaty...

Well, now I've gone and done it! I've been talking up the BBB method to a friend that has a pool service and now they want me to help them understand and convert to the BBB method. With the help of this site I don't doubt my ability to explain it and get them on their way. I don't know all...

and I'm SOOO excited. But scared! The kit looks impressive but it also looks overwhelming (I've used the strips forever!). I know it says there are instructions but will it help me figure out WHAT and WHEN and WHERE? I just found the POOL CALCULATOR and that answered my question if there was...

I'm replacing my current pump/motor that didn't last more than 5 years. Any thoughts on getting the HAYWARD MATRIX pump (1hp) over the HAYWARD LX (1hp)? I know there is a price difference but is it that much ($50+) over the life of the unit? Thanks, dpool

When I clean my CARTRIDGE filter - lots of bug bits and hair come shooting out with the water. (I use a jet stream attachment on the hose as suggested.) I noticed this last time (the second time I've cleaned my new filter) that once I hose off the dirt and outside gunk - deep within the pleats...

Okay - I thought this would be a no brainer but I realized I had a couple of questions. Hopefully someone here has got the answers or can point me in the right direction to find them. I just got my 12 mil Solar Blanket and the only instructions that came with it were something like: "Don't...

Okay - here's one I haven't asked or seen lately. My HAYWARD CARTRIDGE instructions say that I need to open all the valves (I understand water needs to go IN/OUT) and to open the AIR RELEASE valve at the top of the cartridge before I start the pump. Was this for just the first time I start the...

Is there an easy way to figure how long it takes for your pool water to make a complete turnover? I know there are all sorts of charts and graphs but I need a quick idea. Quick facts for me: 5,000 gal splasher type pool 1.0 hp spa pump 90 sqft Hayward Cartridge Filter 1 1/2 hoses and about...

I was just at a pool suppply site and found a 12 mil blue solar cover at a reasonable price that's closer to my AGP size so it's cheaper and I won't have to cut it down. However, it's listed for INGROUND pools. Is there a big enough difference between AGP and IGP solar covers that I should...

I'm hoping this will help others too. I have a NEPTUNE A-FRAME STEP LADDER in my AGP. It's a hybrid between a regular A-FRAME and STAIRS and it has a locking gate on the outside and has closed in areas behind the steps to prevent entrapment between the steps and the pool wall. There lies the...

These seem interesting but a bit more expensive than just a solar blanket. Anyone tried these yet? Wadda ya think? Do they set up as simply as they are advertised? How about storage while swimming or off season? Thanks! dp

Just got a HAYWARD C900 Cartridge Filter installed. Everything makes sense to me except this one part. How does the AUTO AIR RELIEF TUBE WORK? I have bubbles in my return water - does this mean I have an air leak in my plumbing??? dp

My pool is currently a lovely FLORESCENT GREEN. It was great for St. Patrick's Day! Not so hot now. I've been dumping bleach (10%) for the last two days and I'm wondering what will be a sign that I'm finally going in the right direction. I did read in an above sticky that DEAD ALGAE is...

Okay, I've read all about winterizing my above ground splasher but I have a question about 'how crazy' is what I've been thinking about doing this winter. I've had the pool 4 years and we rarely have HARD freezes here. Occasionally we've gone cold but it's usually just a few nights and...

Howdy Hi! I don't think I've seen anyone else on this site with one of these AG SPLASHER type pools. If you're out there, would you like to discuss particulars about these types of pools? These are still considered PORTABLE pools as they can be taken down and set up again (I'm sure that's...

Howdy Hi! DPOOL here! I finally decided to join TFP after about 4 years of reading and 'longing' to get to register over at POOLFORUM. I guess that's not going to happen, ever. waaa! Tried another site but it didn't seem to have much traffic so ... I found my way here... . Hope that...