Yeah, I bet if you can give that filter a little TLC with some DE or cellulose fiber, things will clear up a bit quicker.
Sounds like you're making slow & steady progress. The number of bleach bottles can be incredible. I read SLAM posts where the number of empties was well over a hundred. But, you do what it takes! And then, your pool water is the envy if the neighborhood. If you follow through with this next year, you'll see that TFPC will get your pool water started right and it will stay that way. Then, when your pool friends complain about algae, bad water, etc, you can smirk a little and invite them over to swim at your place.
Keep the posts coming and take pictures if you can.
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