So I've got 1.5" plumbing, with a sacrificial anode that's this exact thing: Sacrificial Zinc Anode - CMP
Unfortunately the anode is missing a chunk so it rattles, and the plastic cover plate has cracked, and leaks at an alarming rate, so I need to replace it. Unfortunately it seems discontinued. This seems to be the replacement, but it's .5" larger: Water Bond - CMP (the 25810-400-050).
Of course no pool store near me has either, they only have T style ones that will require more plumbing work. In looking at the 25810-400 online, I see some product photos that have what look like reducers included? 2nd photo here: Pool Defender 2
So can I buy one of these and hope it comes with reducers to 1.5" plumbing? If it doesn't, can I buy those separately and use it?
Also I've never ordered pool stuff before, is there any particular reason to go with one online pool supply store over another?
And finally, how screwed will I be not running the pump for a week? Should I throw some granulated "shock" in the pool to get some more chlorine in it and hope for the best or is there anything else I can do?
Unfortunately the anode is missing a chunk so it rattles, and the plastic cover plate has cracked, and leaks at an alarming rate, so I need to replace it. Unfortunately it seems discontinued. This seems to be the replacement, but it's .5" larger: Water Bond - CMP (the 25810-400-050).
Of course no pool store near me has either, they only have T style ones that will require more plumbing work. In looking at the 25810-400 online, I see some product photos that have what look like reducers included? 2nd photo here: Pool Defender 2
So can I buy one of these and hope it comes with reducers to 1.5" plumbing? If it doesn't, can I buy those separately and use it?
Also I've never ordered pool stuff before, is there any particular reason to go with one online pool supply store over another?
And finally, how screwed will I be not running the pump for a week? Should I throw some granulated "shock" in the pool to get some more chlorine in it and hope for the best or is there anything else I can do?