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    Did I destroy brand new pump?

    Technical support is horrible at in the swim where i purchased the pump. Pump started and then died within a few seconds so I pulled the cover off to see what happened. Appears maybe the capacitor failed. Did I wire it up wrong? Pics attached or old pump wiring and new. The last two pics are...
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    Skimmer gasket and rust

    So my skimmers have a rust stain on the inside edge and it's starting to run down the faceplate too. I noticed the skimmers have the gasket between the skimmer and back of the pool wall. Then manual says nothing about a gasket on the backside of pool wall. The manual says a gasket goes behind...
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    New DIY build Huntsville, AL

    Finally started my build on Saturday. It is a 20x40 liner pool with full width steps. I purchased the kit from pool warehouse. I am still waiting on a few things from pool warehouse and the service there has not been that great. I ordered my kit and it took 6 weeks to come in. I was told 2...
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    Hayward light niche but no fixture.

    I just ordered a pool kit. I received a niche but there is no fixture with a wire. I already have a led bulb. Can I just buy the fixture with cord? I may be looking for the wrong thing but I can't seem to find one.
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    New DIY build In Huntsville, AL

    Final Pics Attached! New DIY build In Huntsville, AL Final Pics Attached on Page 2! Planning to order the kit this week. I am trying to make sure I have all my equipment and plumbing figured out before I order.. The pool is 20x40 sports pool. Pump- 1hp Maxflo XL #SP2307X10 (is that...
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    Liner pool coping Bullnose or Concrete

    What is the best option for the coping on a liner pool? Originally I thought it would be better to pour a concrete border 12 to 18" around the pool, then lay pavers up to the concrete. Does there seem to be any issues with putting say a brick paver coping in regards to getting the liner in and...
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    Landscaping under slide

    Does anyone have landscaping under there slide. Seems like it would look nice to landscape underneath and it would hide the plumbing valve as well. I was looking for ideas but I'm having no luck.
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    Video link is this correct for liner pool floor

    Looks like sand with vermiculite thrown over it?https://youtu.be/Sx82MtKXIwQ
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    Planning for DIY Liner Pool Install with Picture

    I am in the planning stages of laying out a 20x40 sports pool. 3-4' to 6' to 3-4' I have attached a drawing hoping to get some feedback on skimmer and return locations. Also listed are some questions I have. Plan is not to have a main drain if thats ok? Some say one skimmer and some say...
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    New Construction and Planning Ahead for Outdoor Kitchen

    Well the time is getting very close to breaking ground on a new home. I have an area designated for an outdoor kitchen and a pool. These things may happen during the build depending on how well the budget is followed! The covered area for the outdoor kitchen will at least be finished but the...
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    Column height at pool compared to porch

    Hopefully this is the right place to post this. It is the very early stage of pool construction. The covered patio will eventually lead out to a 20x40 pool. I wanted to see if I could get some input on the porch columns and the covered patio/outdoor kitchen area. As can be seen in the photos...
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    Waterfall for pool or landscape water feature

    Originally I was planning to do a small waterfall when doing my pool build. So far I have only read of some issues with ph and cooling the pool temp down. The system will definitely be salt. I just wanted to get input on what would be better. Somewhere in the back yard I just want the sound...
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    Critique my house plan for pool and outdoor kitchen

    The wife and I are planning to build sometime next year. We just got a rough sketch back on our house plan. I wanted to get some thoughts and opinions on the pool and back patio layout. Again this is just the first sketch from the designer so we are making a list of changes now for the second...
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    Fence with concrete blocks or landscape block

    I am looking for ideas on a solid fence around pool area. Does anyone have a solid fence? I would think costs would be cheaper on concrete block and some type of plaster verses the landscape block. The bad part about the concrete block is digging the footer all around the perimeter. With all...