Search results

  1. W

    Where to add the SWCG

    Just got my first SWCG - the Circupool Edge 40 from Discount Salt Pools but would like some advice on installation. The installation manual recommends 6-12" of straight pipe prior to the flow switch, which I can't quite squeeze in a horizontal install position, so I'm limited to doing it...
  2. W

    Skimmer cracked?

    I'm pretty sure I know the answer to this already - but any possible way to patch the bottom of my skimmer? I'm losing somewhere between 1-2" of water per day and so far this spot looks like the culprit based on my testing. NOT looking forward to having to dig this out and replace it but will...
  3. W

    Just about ready... Borates or not?

    Thanks to a really warm week, we're just about ready for the first dip in our recently rehabbed pool. Did an OCLT last night/this morning and it was < .5 - yay! pH was perfect and TA is still higher than desired, so I'm going to slowly work that down over the summer with aeration and muriatic...
  4. W

    Considering a Stenner - Math and Insertion point check

    I'm still new to this whole pool thing in general, but looking to minimize the amount of work my wife will need to do daily. I'm still trying to convince her on the TFPC method, but she's getting there... Anyway, I have an opportunity to grab a Stenner 45M5 at an absolute steal. It's adjustable...
  5. W

    Rescued Pool from a foreclosure in Northern Indiana

    My wife and I bought a foreclosure in May of 2012. It had a "pool" in the backyard. Apparently, it's common for the pools to be sabotaged as part of an FHA foreclosure. I wasn't a big fan of the idea/expense of a pool, but the house, location, and five-acres had me sold. I secretly hoped I could...