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    I'm considering a SWCG while replacing my single speed pump with a VS pump

    My background is I've been following this forum's advice since 2014 when we had our pool re-plastered. We changed none of the equipment at that time and have had minimal issues. I've been advised by my pool guy (he only opens, closes and repairs stuff for me) that my single speed .75 HP pump...
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    Pump Replacement Recommendations

    My single speed pump motor seems to need replacing. It stopped working on Sunday. My pool guy (I only use for opening, closing and repairs) said the capacitor (?) is bad. He did something to get the motor going again, but said I'd have to do it every time I turned it off. He also said the...
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    The funny things that break over winter

    Had the pool opened on Tuesday. Really glad I opened earlier this year because the water was clear for the first time ever. Ran Erskine (our robot cleaner) over night. Dirt is mostly gone, water is balanced, just need to throw the solar cover on and wait for the water to warm..... That is...
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    Opening Day-Need a sanity check

    Had my pool guy come take off the cover and start up the pump and filter. I only have him open and close for me and I take care of balancing the pool using TFP methods. I made the mistake of waiting too long to open and have a lovely green pool (mad at myself for not opening in mid-April)...