Recent content by BigD23

Does anyone with an autocover have Ledge Loungers (or similar)? Do you use the Ledge Loungers? Do you retract the cover each day/swim?

Just note that the lifetime warranty does not cover what you want it to in this case:

Love the rail and ladder!

8 feet on the right will be tight if you want to put chaise lounges or a reasonably sized table and chairs. I would add 2-4 feet if you want to do that.

I will check that out - thanks! Got it. I'll have to figure out wind direction but probably to the left and at the top (when viewing the diagram). I'll check on the 3HP VSP. Yes - that's exactly why I want it! This is good info since my in-laws pool doesn't have an autocover. They usually go...

This was me with my hot tub before finding TFP (adding DiChlor continuously until it got cloudy because not enough FC, then drain, and repeat). Well, that was after the failed bromine attempt where one of my guests got hot tub rash! Luckily found TFP and my hot tub is sooo clear and safe now for...

Here's the base package. He uses Hayward pool equipment. He installed my in-laws' pool as well back in 2012. I want to get a bigger/oversize cartridge filter. I also want automation installed ideally covering pool cover, lights, and heat pump/temp setting. I can get more details if you let...

Pics of the backyard. I didn't pay to have the backyard done because I knew I would be digging it up!

We are finalizing plans for our backyard with pool. Would love member suggestions/recommendations. I've thought about this a ton but may be missing something. FYI the current pool in my sig is my in-laws' pool. Pool: 40x16 Fiberglass w SWG, heat pump, and autocover Aspen model by Thursday...

What granulated chlorine are you using? I'm guessing it's dichlor, and using dichlor will raise your CYA. As CYA gets higher it "reserves" more of your chlorine instead of letting it act, that's why you don't want the CYA level too high. I did this many times (using dichlor only then having to...