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    Best pool pump for 24’ above ground pool

    Looking to replace 1 yr old Hayward power flo Lx. Are there any made in the USA?
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    replacing pump

    when i get ready to replace the pump, what position on the multi port should i put it to, the "off" position or the "closed"? i know how to close the water coming into the pump.
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    Chemistry challenges

    My water looks clear and sparkly. I have been using bleach for 2 years, this yr pool was pretty clear on opening, got some brownish algae a few days later so I poured in the bleach each day until it was clear. I test my own water usually, but today I got the pool store to check it, the numbers...
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    Water balance problems

    Two weeks I have been battling balance issues and a slight pale green algae on bottom of pool. Here are my numbers: Tc 4.6 FC 4.3 Cc .3 Ph 6.8 TA 100 CYA 80 Put in filter aid and ph up, now my PH is 7.5 & TC is 4.5 today, other numbers the same. Filter pressure has risen slightly, maybe not...
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    Wasp nests under my deck

    Any suggestions on how to keep wasp from building nests under my deck.
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    Slamming

    When slamming the pool, how often should I add the amount of bleach that the pool math says to?
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    Birds, birds, everwhere

    Anyone have advice on how to keep the birds from landing on the pool edge and pooping on rail and in the pool. I have a yard owl, they just ignore it. Thought about making a scare crow.
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    changing o- ring

    Having to put in a new O-ring and pool is already up and running. do i have to drain below skimmer and returns in order to do this?
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    Green Pool

    i need some advice quickly, i have a very green pool after uncovering last week and not being able due to weather to get it up and running at that time. so today it is a big green mess and getting worse by the day. we have storms for the next 2 days coming so i can not hook up the filter and...
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    Test Kit

    what kind of test kit do i need?
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    How often to change sand in filter

    How often is it necessary to change the sand? Have only had our pool 1 1/2 seasons. ABG 24', 2hp pump
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    Gizmo

    Someone give me your experience with using a gizmo. I have AG 24' pool.
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    Ultra Armor Maxx Mesh Winter Cover

    Just ordered this cover for our 24' AG pool, has anyone used this brand and if so, give me your feedback on it. THX
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    Need experts opinion on my readings

    I have a slight algae bloom going on. My numbers are below. Total chlorine 8.8 FC. 6.8 PH. 7.4 ALK. 90 CH 175 CYA 45 Have been advised to use some algaecide, is that the fix?
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    SKIMMER GUARD

    Does anyone use a skimmer guard for winter closing?
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    Skimmer guard

    How well does a skimmer guard work?
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    Winter Cover quesiton

    I have a 24' AG pool with a deck around half of it, my question is, what is the best way to cover it for winter, like what is the best cover and how to anchor it on the deck side. The winch cable will not fit on the deck side, since there is no room from top of pool cap to deck. I can not...
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    Staining a new Deck

    Need some advice from the experts on deck staining. we have a brand new deck and need to know what is the best stain to use. I have looked into using Olympic brand and Cabot. Have concerns about it being slippery when wet, have been told not to use Thompson's Water sheild. any advice would be...
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    The Circulator

    Does anyone have experience with using "the circulator" it is a boosting return - jet nozzle replacement? Supposed to help with circulating the water.