Recent content by Baker25

I run hose vs pvc and they are as tight as they can be. I've replaced the pump basket o-ring. I've tightened the drain plug(s). Could there be anything with the results of the hose test I did earlier in the post? Could the lid of the pump itself be bad?

I want to finish dealing with this before the season starts. Back then I replaced the o-ring and the issue remained. I need this problem to go away as eventually the bubbles really start to accumulate and without intervention I believe the pump would lose it's prime. Is there an internal issue...

Felt filter eh? Link? Are the results still holding good?

Try adding DE as shown in the how to section on the site. I added some last week as directed and I can tell a difference. It's not that expensive and if done right, won't hurt and it can only help. Be sure to rinse after you vacuum but not backwash.

I replaced the MPV and added DE, and I am having the same issue. I followed the steps for adding DE so that went fine. I am wondering if this is environmental. It's always at least a little windy, and I have trees all around and lots of neighbors. Like mowing and such. The filter/pump sat off...

The pump to filter fitting is at the bottom of the DE filters, and my pump the out bound is on top of the pump. Spacing seems to be an issue if the pump and filter are on the same stand. Hopefully that makes sense and that’s my concern.

I ordered a new MPV assembly. Between that and the lateral which I already replaced, those are really the only two things that make up the filter system right? I know I could replace individual components inside of the MPV but I have more money than time.

Here's an update while I wait on the DE. This morning the pool bottom was completely clear. Turned on the pump and within 5 minutes there was dirt everywhere on the pool bottom. I should have taken a picture. I put a sock over the return and after 15 minutes of vacuuming I got it cleaned up. I...

I am thinking of upgrading to a DE filter, probably Hayward. Haven't done the research on specifics yet for 13,000 gallon AGP. Anyways, as you can see the current filter and pump sit on the black pedestal stand. Am I able to use my existing pump with a different kind of filter? Do they make...

I have not! Any specific brand or source?

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TF-100. It’s not dead algae. Even if it was, vacuuming it up would be the end of it. I just opened the pool, SLAMed, passed the test. Water has been clear from the start. I’ve had this same issue since I got the pool in 2017 to be honest. You don’t find it odd that for 24 hours nothing is on the...

I've been trying to figure this out over the last year or more. I notice after vacuuming my pool, I get dirt on the bottom after I resume normal filtration. For example, yesterday I vacuumed my pool, left the pump running for a few minutes before turning it off and unseating the lid in the...

I will have to look into this! So far I have backwashed every time I vacuum and the water is crystal clear coming from the return on start up and no sediment on the pool floor. I know this is not how it's supposed to be. Is there a physical issue with the filter somewhere, or this just a thing?