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    Hayward SuperPumps and SWG Pools

    Last year I replaced the motor on my Hayward SuperPump after only three seasons of use. This year, after only one season, a bearing has already gone out due to a failed seal. A local motor shop (that services pumps/motors for most of the local pool installers) said that recently they have seen...
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    First Time Pool Closing Question Regarding Blowing Out Lines

    I read through the posts regarding the procedure to blow out my lines. I have the general idea but need clarification on a few things: I have a salt water inground pool with Hayward sand filter with the valve on top. I plan to use my air compressor which I will connect to the pump basket at the...
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    Solar Cover Reel Choices

    I've quickly learned how much easier my life would be with a reel for our solar cover. We have a 12ga solar cover which is 18'x40' lg to cover our entire in-ground pool including the walk-in steps on the one end. I like the Rocky's Roller Model 3A, but, it is very $$$$. I do realize you get...
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    Frustrated New User of TF-100 and BBB System Has Questions

    I am brand new this year to the TF-100 test kit. After reading this forum I felt foolish paying the outrageous prices for the Bio-Guard Mineral Springs products at my pool installers local store. I am becoming frustrated trying to balance my water. 1. How long does it take for the TA to drop...
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    Discharging Saltwater from Filter Onto Concrete Driveway

    Whenever I back-wash or remove water from my pool, the water runs down my concrete driveway into the rain gutter that runs along the street. I know that putting salt on concrete is a bad idea when using full strength, for example, to melt ice. Will the water from my SWG pool damage the surface...
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    SWG Newbie...Need Help Getting Weened Off of Mineral Springs

    Hello Members, We have had our Bio-Guard Mineral Springs 18' x 36' in-ground pool now for two swimming seasons. Foolishly (now that I have found this site) I have been adding renewal every week, and other bio-guard products as needed to maintain the chemical balance. The Bio-Guard products have...