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    Pentair Quad D.E. Air Release Valve plugged

    Ok. This weekend I replaced my old, cracked FNS Plus 60 with a new Quad DE 80. Spent all day doing what I'm sure would have taken a pro 1 hour. :( Of course a lot of that was deciding exactly how to do my plumbing. Finally got everything running. The good news is I had no leaks. :D Bad news is...
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    "Bluing" of Plaster by heater

    I just had a pool guy tell me that my old Minimax heater has brass and copper header and heater exchange, and that this ruins the plaster. This process is called bluing of the plaster. Is this true? Should I replace ASAP? Obviously, I'm very concerned. :( :( I just re-plastered like two years...
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    Pentair Quad D.E. With or without Multiport Valve

    Ok. I posted on help to choose a new filter, but I'm starting a new thread since it is a more specific question. I am leaning towards the Quad DE, and was thinking of going without the backwash valve (probably with a regular valve before it to facilitate draining the water if needed). Do most...
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    Help Choosing New Filter

    My first time posting. Thanks to everyone for the advice that I've read here. I'm looking for some advice on a new filter. I discovered a leak in my Pentair FNS Plus 60 filter this weekend. The leak is directly through the bottom half of the tank. Considering the cost of replacing the bottom...