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  1. bbecky75

    New Pool, New Equipement

    Hello, I'm getting a new above ground pool next week. I've always used the manuel vacuum but this time I'll be getting an automatic vacuum. Any suggestions on best bang for my small buck?:D
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    CYA

    Hi, I added total of 4 lbs Clorox Stabilizer last Saturday n Sunday. Still reading 0. Added via sock method. My #'s r below. Chlorine is high because I added 1 gallon of 8.25% bleach last night. TH 175 TC 5 FC 5 PH 6.8 due to high chlorine? TA 120 CYA 0
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    how to add muratic acid

    Hi, I need to add muriatic acid, how much should I add. Also how should I add it?
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    pump leak from the bottom of the casing

    Hi, I have a jacuzzi 1.5 speed pump that is leaking from the casing. Any suggestions on where to begin?
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    New Liner

    Any suggestions on where to purchase a new liner? Mine is beginning to look like a quilt with all the patches, lol... :oops:
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    Dollar General Bleach

    Hello All, If you have Dollar General in your area, they now offer their bleach in 8.25%. Has anyone noticed this? Rebecca
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    Adjust PH first or TA?

    Hello, I use BBB with the additon of pucks. Currently my PH and TA are a little low. Which should I adjust first? Or does it matter? Thanks!!
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    Pump, filter running. Then stops returning water to pool

    I'm having an issue that I can't seem to figure out. For the past two nights, my pump and filter will be running fine. However when I get up in the morning, everything is running however no water is being returned into the pool. The pump will still be running and the basket is full of water...
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    Vacuum loosing suction

    I'm loosing suction when vacuuming. In the beginning, the vacuum works fine but then for some reason, suction is lost. I replaced my hose thinking it may have small holes but the problem is still there. Any suggestions or comments are appreciated :?
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    Jacuzzi Pumps

    Just wondering if anyone has any strong feelings or knowledge of the Jacuzzi brand pumps. I purchased a new one in May 2012. After 3-4 weeks it began to get loud and noisey. Then this past weekend it quit on me. :grrrr: :grrrr: The store was glad to take it back today and will have me a...
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    Muriatic Acid

    I have a sand filter and was told to clean the sand by putting the filter on backwash and pouring Muriatic Acid into the skimmer. Is this true? If so, how much muriatic acid? Also, my water is very clear however the sand is probably about 4to5 years old.
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    primming trouble - pic included

    Installed new pump this morning and can't seem to get the bubbles out. Here's a pic. Any suggestions would be great!
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    CYA bought from Walmart?

    Does anyone know if the CYA from Walmart is a good product?
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    CYA testing?

    Hello TFP users!! Summer is here and I've open my pool to an almost perfect beginning :party: (see pic)!! Used the BBB method last year and maintained perfect, clear water all season. I think I read on here last season that CYA readings are affected by water temp, is that correct? My water...
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    Proud newbie!!!!

    Bought a new home and pool in November and I opened the pool in April. At first I was terrified to begin but with the help of this forum so far so good. :party: Thanks to everyone!!! :cheers: :wave: :cheers:
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    Best time to run filter, day or night?

    Hello Everyone, I run my filter 12 hours out of a day but is day or night better?
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    Tanning Oil and your pool

    Hello All Masters, whats the effect of tanning oil in your pool :?:
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    Things that make you go "hum"

    Hello Everyone, I have an interesting issue. Long story short, in November a huge wind storm blew off part of my cover. At that time I noticed low water level and found a leak in the liner. Got in (20degree water and thought I'd die) to repair the liner. Didn't work due to the temp. so I...
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    Pump Strainer Housing/Lid

    Hello Everyone, I'm new to this site and new to pool ownership. I've learned so much just today by browsing through this site. However, I don't see any links to the problem I'm having. I just purchased a home from a family memeber and the pool has been set up for about 10 years. It's an AG...