Recent content by BigCTM

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    Hayward Pump Replacement

    Well, our 9-year-old Hayward pump finally bit the dust a week ago. We have already replaced the motor once. This time we are looking to replace it with a newer model. Our previous model was SP2610X15. I realize they don't make single-speed pumps in 1.5hp any longer. What size should the...
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    Manual Pool Cleaners

    I need a vacuum more for dirt on the bottom than leaves. We do not have any leaves. Sent from my HTC6545LVW using Tapatalk
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    Manual Pool Cleaners

    Yes. This is what I am talking about. I will check these out. Thanks. Sent from my HTC6545LVW using Tapatalk
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    Manual Pool Cleaners

    Our automatic pool cleaner all of a sudden has a mind of its own and will not travel the entire pool. It seems to want to stay in certain areas. It does clean where it travels but will just not travel over the entire pool. After 6 hours of experimenting and trying to fix it, I am ready to...
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    Higher Than Expected Utility Bills

    I am getting a timer installed by my contractor later this week. I kind of wish I had went with a variable speed pump now but will roll with the one I have for now. Thanks again for the responses.
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    Higher Than Expected Utility Bills

    Thanks. You guys are confirming what I thought. We do have a salt water generator. Any suggestions on a timer?
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    Higher Than Expected Utility Bills

    We just had an in ground pool built and love it. However our first 2 utility bills were about $100 more than usual. Based on what we were told, we expected it to be around $50 more a month. Our contractor told us to run the pump 24 hours a day all the time, which we have been doing. However...