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Yesterday, I removed the multi-port valve and disassembled it to check the spider gasket. The spider gasket was flattened out and looked worn but there were no visible tears or missing pieces. Removing the old spider gasket was definitely a PIA and took a good 45 minutes using a small...

Woodyp, Yeah, I heard it could be a PIA but I have a rainy 3 day Memorial Day weekend with not much else to do. The real question is if changing this will solve the problem?

I've been following the TFP method for the last 11+ years and have always opened early to a dirty (but clear) pool. This year, I opened late to a green monster that looked like a giant lime jello shot! One week later following the usual TFP methods, I was back to very clear water but with a...

I recently posted about my Stenner pump build on another thread. So far, the system is working great but I've notice one annoying thing about the Stenner 30 gallon tank. It has rained twice since the install and I've noticed that there is no way for rainwater to drain from the top of the tank...

Stenner Tech Support, I didn't know that you had a presence on TFP. So far I'm impressed with your product and support. I may reach out for a replacement of the tube which was so far out of tolerance but maybe it really doesn't matter. It's nice to know that you are here if any TFP members...

Bama, Thanks. Since I ran my 60 minutes test 2 nights ago, I haven't had to add chlorine. Tonight will be the first time I have to run the Stenner. I plan on injecting the chlorine while its dark for maximum contact time. It's going to be a learning process but I think I'm going to like the...

Thanks for bringing me back down to earth! I thought I was some sort of "pool whisperer" that was in tune with my water. Turns out it is beginners luck!

I've been struggling with a Jandy SWG system for the last nine years. I have replaced several circuit boards, flow sensors and cells during this period. I have found the Jandy SWG system to be unreliable and expensive to fix. To make matters worse, Jandy technical support is unwilling to...

Just used Poolmath and noticed that it still shows 76 ounce box size for 20 Mule Team Borax. In my area, that size box hasn't been around for the last couple of years. I'm assuming that the change to 65 ounce boxes is country-wide. Can Poolmath be changed to reflect the new 65 ounce box size?

Matt, I feel your pain. I'm an electrical engineer and also have a certificate in electronics system servicing. I can talk circles around the "pool professional" that I'm supposed to deal with. It's really frustrating because most of what they do is trial and error replacing sensors, cells...

Ping, The problem is that Jandy used the consumers as guinea pigs while they perfected the sensor. I have been through multiple sensors and circuit boards and most were at my cost. Also, they are unwilling to help the owner troubleshoot the system and simply tell you to call a pool...

Matt, I didn't look for a date code but, as you said, its very stable. Even if it is last years stock it will be strong enough to serve the purpose. I only use it to save wear and tear on my SWG at opening time. It's also handy when (not if) my SWG craps out. I have a Jandy SWG which has...

Same here on Long Island. Made it through the winter OK but two storms of heavy, wet snow within the last week have destroyed a lot of our arborvitae and other bushes. I can't wait for the pool to be uncovered. Even if it's too cold to swim, it's just nice seeing the water.

We have a vinyl lined pool with a SWG but use cal-hypo for opening and quick bumps in FC during the season when there are a lot of people in the pool. Over the weekend we scored what I believe to be an amazing deal at a local pool store. We paid $2.04 (total!) for 12 pounds of 65% cal-hypo...

I'm with the others. You are beating a dead horse. Use the 5 gallon bucket method and call it quits. It will get you close enough.

I'm waiting for the manufacturer to blame the fading on the radical TFP method you (we) are following.

I have a free form because that's what my wife wanted and, at the time, I agreed was a good idea. Now, after several seasons, I wish we had a more rectangular shape. First reason - When we went to purchase a solar cover, I had to buy a much bigger (and more expensive) rectangle and then cut it...

I have used Fiber Clear but switched over to Purifiber which is much less expensive and identical as far as I could tell. I can get a 25 lb bag for just under $62 (inclusive of tax and shipping) when ordered directly from the manufacturer. I have been using cellulose media for several pool...

+1 for the SWG.

That was funny! My favorite part was to throw out your brush after you use it to clear up the green pool. Plus, they say that they'll be happy to sell you a new brush on your way out!

I agree, the test numbers seem suspect to me also.

Along the same line as the question about the underground pipes, now that I have a robot, I no longer use my pressure side pool cleaner. As such, the dedicated line for the pressure cleaner never gets used. Should I plug off this pipe at the pool wall fitting so algae doesn't get into the pool

It's great to see a representative from Taylor Technologies on the forum!

I was getting the same error recently after replacing the sensor. When I looked up the code, it said to check the DC cable. I then realized that i had also changed the circuit board and found that one of the spade terminals for the DC cable was not plugged in properly and was the cause of the...

+1 on your choice on the liner!

+1 on the 50

Here is one that affects TFP'ers - 20 Mule Team borax boxes changed from 76 ounces to 65 ounces. And, in my area, the price went up!

Re: I'll be over here writing "I will never not cover my pool again" 50 times... How about draining the cover with your pump as you normally would but then scoop out the gunk with a leaf net before you try to get the cover off?