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    Create intex adapters. Step by step. Lots of embedded photos

    Thanks to the OP. Just getting ready to do this myself. Very helpful info.
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    Connecting flexible hose to fittings ?

    Can you link to the pool store with the good service?
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    Bigger pump on Intex sand filter

    I found a good deal on a 1.5 hp pool pump. Since my Intex pump was getting noisier,I bought it and installed today. Wow! does it ever push water! I hooked up my vacuum hose and turned the pump on. The pump started surging right away. What would cause this? I backwashed and retried with the same...
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    Good pool vacuum/brush that's hooks up to intex sand filter?

    Re: Good pool vacuum/brush that's hooks up to intex sand fil Hi Jeff I have an Intex 14' X 36" Ultra frame. I dont use the clamp-on skimmer that came with it. I just bought a weighted crescent vac head ($17) 25' X1.5" vac hose ($27) and a $3 multi adapter. That is the key! It is gently tapered...
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    Filter or SWG first?

    Hello. I just put up an Intex 14' X 36" Ultra Frame today. No water yet. What is the proper order for the sand filter pump and the SWG? I'm thinking pump then SWG, but I'm guessing. Any help appreciated by this n00b.