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Currently have the c1200. Pool is 13,000 gal. Any opinions about Pentair 160317 vs Hayward c1200? The Pentair is about $100 more, but 30 more sqft. Or a different recommendation? Also I one compatible with the other? Currently the pipe connections to the input and output of the filter are...

Yeah all three have water coming out. So I guess that answers the question that they meet again underground. Like I said I just wanted to cut out the feeder. Would it be best to leave it then in this case. Just not sure why would be done that way.

Basic setup and question. Coming from the outlet of the filter, the pipe branches off into two. One of the two split pipes goes in to the ground, presumably straight to the pool/returns. The other pipe from the split goes through a valve, then to a chemical feeder (which I don't use), then...

Too many different models from both Pentair and Hayward for just cartridge filters. Pentair has Clean & Clear, Clean & Clear Plus, Clean & Clear RP, Posi-Clear RP, System:2, System:3 Hayward has Star-Clear, Star-Clear Plus, SwimClear Single Element, SwimClear Multi-Element Are any of these...

Edit: DISREGARD this post, mixed up my posts. It seems the filter I have now (Hayward c1200, 120sqft) doesn't come in 200sqft size. I was able to find the c1200 for around $230. What is the equivalent model of Sta-Rite? Sta-Rite is the same as Pentair? Then I will also look for the next size...

It seems the filter I have now (Hayward c1200, 120sqft) doesn't come in 200sqft size. Have a question: Obviously the flow rate of the pool filter needs to be higher than the GPM that the pump moves, right? If that is the case, since the filter can move through more water than the pump can give...

The current filter is a Hayward c1200. Does a pretty good job if you ask me. Pool size is about 13,500 gallons. I'm just going to replace the filter because the tie rod is supposed to stay in the bottom and it doesn't which is a hassle to back together. Are the Sta-Rite filters comparable to...

So I flipped on the pump and the top jumps off the filter body. It's a Hayward C1200 Before I even get started I should say that ever since I bought this house last year the Tie Rod (you know the rod that normally remains in the bottom part of the filter body when you take the top off), well...

Bought it!

I live in Florida so not sure what you mean by this "slope" word :p But no, there is no place to put the end of the hose that would be lower than where I need it to be Thanks everybody for the input! I think a utility pump will be able to do the trick.

Thanks. With a screen enclosure I just don't need the vacuum on 4-6 hours a day, and it's in the way. I'd rather just put it in once a week. I'm just not sure I'm getting the valve for it to fully close, so like I said I didn't know if that was bad to have it sucking, even a little bit against...

Thanks for your help everyone. Never used or even seen a sump pump or utility pump, but I am seeing that as the best option now. There is a sump pump on eBay for $39.. What is the difference between a sump pump and utility pump? What type of hoses connect to it? A sump pump has a clamp type...

The CYA in my pool is something like 100. By the way how do you measure CYA when looking for that little black dot to disappear at the bottom of the tube? I mean, is it when it's cloudy, or totally not able to be seen? Because I'd guess from person to person - one might be able to still see...

This is probably a really stupid question but.. I have one of those Zodiac Barracuda G3 cleaners attached to the port in the pool wall. What is the correct way to disconnect it when it is not needing to be doing its thing? The port has a spring loaded cover that shuts when the vacuum hose is...

Is the Pleatco PA120 just as good of a product as the Hayward CX1200RE? The Pleatco filter is $45. Compared to $85 for the Hayward.

I have not been a pool owner long, therefore I am not familiar with the differences or some terminology. Marcite resurfacing is regular plain old plaster resurfacing right? Is it true that "nowadays" marcite/plaster does not last as long, as the materials are different? How long does it last...

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Good info, thanks!

Are test strips ok for quick testing daily for FC/PH, and then testing maybe twice a week with tf-100/k-2006 for CH, TA, and more accurate FC result? Can you recommend a good one? Also how often should CYA test be done?

Thanks tfp. I'll check into the refillable jugs so I look like I know what I'm doing.

13,000 gal so I could realistically be looking at nearly 1/2 gallon per day?

Thanks everyone, appreciate the responses from all. How much bleach do you all find yourself going through in, say, a week... or month. I know a lot of factors are at play, but just wondering.

"Just Getting Started" is right :) Where do you buy chlorine from? My understanding so far is that liquid chlorine is preferred OVER the tablets... and while the tablets may be more convenient (put in every week/few days), you need to add liquid chlorine almost daily. So liquid chlorine @...

Woo lots of responses.. Maybe yeah, a putty might be more practical I suppose.. Good thought Unfortunately I don't think it will as when the pool was resurfaced last with the previous owners they did a really bs job and didn't replaster like you normally would, instead opted to resurface with...

Alrighty. Something like this: Loctite 1405604 0.85-Ounce Plastic Syringe Epoxy Marine Gel $7 or this: J-B Weld 8272 MarineWeld Marine Epoxy - 2 oz - $7

Like title implies, I have an ongoing issue about installing a light fixture to the niche. No tab at top for screw, no clip at bottom to hold it up, light adapter ring is not made in this size (8" Sta-Rite niche - no supported anymore). So, I'm going to glue the thing to the wall of the pool...

Is there any safety benefit to installing an LED vs Incandescent light. (I know LED is suggested, but I have a really old niche (Sta-Rite), that is only 8" and lights are hard to come by. I found one that is intended for it (SwimQuip light), bought it, and it is sitting here at my house. BUT NOW...

Took at stab at it with these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004L27I3U?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

I know what you are going to say, everything looks so new on this pool why should I be having to do any maintenance. Nonetheless... I feel like these are stupid questions to ask but I am tired of order the wrong parts and dealing with shipping returns and whatnot. What exactly do I need to...

Help guys I have no idea which Aladdin ring to purchase. I've been looking but I can not tell which adapter ring is right for this Sta-Rite niche! Here are some closer pictures of the niche with a ruler so you can see.