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    The new pool arrives tomorrow

    we used concrete blocks 12 x 12 under each leg sunk in to level with the leveled ground, 3 tarps and a gorilla pad, its been up for 5 years and no problems. We have a 16 round ultra intex.. best investment for an agp. upgrade to a sand filter and swg too... - - - Updated - - - don't waste your...
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    Hayward filtration added to intex and swcg

    The Hayward filter was fiberglass, so I decided not to use it since it was old and every time I touched it I got fiberglass on me (not fun). I went and got an INTEX sand filter pump combination, and my gosh, what a difference. I think it's 1/2 or 3/4 horse power. It is fabulous. I got it at...
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    Hayward filtration added to intex and swcg

    Thanks for your input. :-D I have had the pool up for almost 3 years now, and have sparkle poolitis. I run the pump/filter and swcg for 4 hours a day at sundown, and have never had any water problems, just sparkling clean all the time. I was gong to add the hayward xstream in between the pump...
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    Hayward filtration added to intex and swcg

    Thanks, I bought all the pvc to hard line this, maybe tomorrow
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    Hayward filtration added to intex and swcg

    Can I hook up a Hayward xstream filter in between my intex pump/filter and swcg? I would remove the filter from the intex pump combo,. Would this work and give me better filtration? I would like to get a better pump when this one goes, but in the meantime I was wondering if this would help me...
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    Never buy INTEX type A filter again

    A pool contractor I know got me the replacement for the type A filter for the INTEX filter pump, he says these filters last 4 -5 years, all you need to do is rinse them out and put it back in. I would have spent alot of money buying the disposable one's at 2 for $10.00. This UNICEL - 4607 cost...
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    Never buy INTEX type A filter again

    This will save you money!! Type A Filter for INTEX pool filter/pump can be replaced with a permanent washable non paper filter that can be washed out, instead of throwing away. UNICEL Filter elemnt C - 4607 is the exact TYPE A filter that is not disposable. Just rinse it out when it gets...
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    Census Poll on Intex Users

    Wow, This vacuum is great!! I just bought the AQUA EZ small pool vacuum system at Lowe's for $49. It comes with everthing and will work with INTEX pools. The hose connects to the intake connector with included adapter for any intex. I have the 16'round ultra frame and it Works great. :party:
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    Census Poll on Intex Users

    HELP! Any advise for nutgrass (nutsedge ) that grew through the liner on my 16" round intex liner. I thought i did everything I should have. I first had the landscaper remove the sod in a 18" round circle,then I leveled the ground, had 2 yards of sand delivered, wheel barreled it from the...