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I have a gunite pool and spillover spa. Two years ago, I had a big chunk of gunite fall off the stairs in the spa. I’ve been trying since then to get someone to fix it. With the pool boom in my area, all the pool contractors are doing big jobs and are not interested in my small repair. So I...

I have a 10’ diameter, spillover spa made of gunite and plaster. A big chunk of plaster fell off the pool last winter and it was impossible to hire a reputable pool plasterer. I ended up finding someone on Craigslist and he did an awful job. Cosmetically it was ugly but I was willing to live...

My two year old Jandy Truclear has the leaking top glass problem. When I googled it, I couldn't believe how many hits I got on "Jandy Truclear top glass leaking". There must be a dozen threads on TFP alone. I wish I had know when I bought this thing. I'm told that I might not have warranty...

After adjusting ph, should I add stabilizer until I get a reading of 30-40 and then SLAM? Or do I SLAM first and then he the CYA levels to recommended number?

I have a spillover spa attached to my pool and while it’s a little early to open the pool, I thought I would open the spa now. It’s the first time I’ve done this in stages so I hope my newbie question is okay. I have a salt water chlorinator but since the water temp (when the spa is not...

We have a gunite finished spa and I thought about adding wooden slats to the seating platform for comfort and to add a bit of a Japanese onsen look to it. I'm not sure how wood would hold up to a salt water pool but when you visit a Japanese onsen (bath house), they use wood liberally...

I'm wondering if there is a way to turn my pump off using the digital controls? I'm using a DIY controller but I'm pretty sure the Pentair Easytouch has a remote off function. I'm wondering how it's enabled. BTW, it would be fine to just shut down the pump to 0 flow and hold there. I don't need...

I can't seem to find any wiring information on the GVA-24 but I found one for a Jandy. It's says "Do not double lug the JVA switch leg wires (red and white wires)." I have two actuators and I tried double lugging before I read the Jandy manual (both red wires together, both white wires...

Forgive me if I'm using the wrong terminology but over the winter, a chunk of the gunite layer on my spillover pool fell off. You can see it laying there under the gap. Any advice on how to repair? I was thinking of using epoxy to re-attach the broken off pieces and then grouting any remaining...

Is there a test kit for a salt water pool other than the TF100? If not, what's the recommended method for testing salt concern? I had some test strips in the past but I found them inaccurate.

Right now, all the pool automation relays are contained in a metal box at the back of my property. It's starting to rust pretty badly and I find it's in an inconvenient location so I'm thinking of moving everything into my shed. Also, the metal box shields the WiFi relays so I don't get a...

This winter, I'd like to completely remove my valve actuators and store them in a dry place. Does anyone have their actuators wired up with removable connectors? Is there any reason something like below wouldn't work? Anyone know the gauge of the wires? I'm thinking 24 guage?

I have a Raypak digital heater (model R366A). I have the remote wiring connected to switch from spa to pool mode using three wires. I would also like to be able to turn the heater off remotely. I have three wires coming from the control board - Pool Common (BLK/ORN), Spa Common (ORN/BLK) and...

I went on a one week vacation. Left my teenage son in charge of the pool. Throughout the week, my son keeps telling me the pool is running fine. I got home today and I see that the pump is running but the pump chamber is dry and there is no flow through the system. I let the pump cool down...

I'm looking for a little bit of guidance and confirmation on how my existing pool automation works. I've posted about this before but gave up due to the complexity. I'm trying again to understand how this works. Not expecting all the answers here but hopefully someone can help shed some light...

I've just begun the SLAM process. My numbers right now: pH: 7.0 FC: 27 CC: not measured CYA: 20 TA: 120 CH:0 It's a plaster pool so the low Calcium Hardness number is worrisome. Should I pick up some calcium chlorate and raise that number now or wait until the SLAM is complete?

I have a Hayward sand filter and noticed that, when on recirculate, water is coming out the waste port (a lot of it). I understand the gasket can be replaced but it's not an easy job and I'd rather not do it if other parts of the filter are on their last legs. I'd rather just replace it and...

I'm trying to plumb a heater by-pass and I've run into a problem. My initial idea was to insert a 3 way valve between the input and output pipes of the heater but they are way too close together. So I came up with the solution of sending the bypass up in a loop. Now I realize my 3 way valve...

To the pros out there - when measuring a pipe that will go between two fittings do you simply calculate: fitting depth A + length of pipe + fitting depth B = length of pipe needed Or, do you subtract a little bit of pipe length to allow for glue or variances in the pipe or fittings (not...

My builder plumbed my pool with 1.5" pipe throughout. I'm in the midst of replacing heater, pump and SWG and wondering if this a good opportunity to re-plumb the pad in 2". I figure it will cost me an extra $800 to do it since I would have to replace the valves (Jandy NeverLube) and perhaps the...

Manual says remove two screws. Doesn't say where the screws are. There is one silver thumbscrew on the front of the unit. Is there another one somewhere. Can anyone advise?

Right now, the wires (240v and remote) to the heater are run through conduit that is strapped to the concrete pad. Since this is an outdoor setup, it traps all kinds of dirt, leaves and creepy crawlies. When I hose down the pad, the water dams up against the conduit. I'd prefer it to be...

I'm having a new heater installed and the gas connection for old and new heater do not line up. Are the flexible pipe options to connect from the riser to the heater? It would have to be rated for outdoor application. I know my gas stove is connected using a steel corrugated pipe (flexible). Is...

I'm in the process of replacing my pump and am wondering about the outlet plumbing. The outlet port of the pump is connected to a flexible hose. It's white with a spiral construction. Outside diameter is 1.5". The hose is attached to the filter and the pump by being pushed onto a barbed male...

My pool is 12 years old and the equipment is aging so I am thinking of a comprehensive overhaul of my gear. My main pump is dying so it's got me thinking about opening up the cheque book and modernizing my gear. Here is what I have now and the condition. Hayward H350 natural gas heater...

My main pump failed over the weekend and due to the hot weather, my pool has gone green. I am now running the variable speed pump at 1600rpm and the noise is acceptable. However, even after dumping in a lot of chlorine, the water remains green. To increase circulation, I've also added my sump...

V-Green 165 VS purchased in May of 2016. This means it's only run for 8 months or so of swimming season. The motor is screaming like a banshee. Any suggestions for a more reliable VS pump would be appreciated. Is there a unit that can be easily controlled remotely without buying into an...

My pool which has a SWG that I think is on it's last legs, tests out to just a trace of free chlorine. Yet, the pool is crystal clear. It's been like this for two weeks. I shocked it about 7 days ago but the FC drops to near 0 in 48 hours. My CYA level is 40. Other numbers: pH: 7.8 TA: 120 CH...

I have a rudimentary x10 automation system that does three things: 1) turn on/off pool light 2) turn on/off spa light 3) turn on "spa mode" Spa mode entails: a) turn on Hayward 3/4 hp booster pump b) switch outlet and inlet Goldline valve actuators to spa position c) turn Hayward gas heater...

I have a Polaris, pressure-side pool cleaner. The booster pump, Polaris PB4-60 has failed for the second time in 5 years. I have some choices: 1) Repair the pump. There is power going to the pump but only a weak bubble comes out the cleaner when it's turned on. I suspect a jammed impeller. Is...