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    Which test to believe?

    I am using a Walmart HTH brand test kit until my TF-1000 arrives. I took a sample to the pool store last week for a more accurate reading, but the difference seems to be to much. I wanted to add borates, but now I don't know if my TA is in line. Pool Store said last week: TC 1.3 FC 1.3 PH 7.4...
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    Jet eye missing and filter pressure

    When I winterized my pool, the ring holding the eye in place was broken. Before I replace it, I'm trying to get a good idea of what the function is. Is this only for directing the flow? The first few days after I opened I just ran without it, but then I heard the main reason it's there is to...
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    TA & Borates

    I'm planning on adding borates and I lowered my TA to 70 in preparation. I had the water tested at the pool store for CYA (it's 61) and they pointed out the adjusted TA is only 57. Do I need to bring this back up before adding the borates? Which number matters, the TA or adjusted TA?