Recent content by dmunster

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    Equipment plumbing

    Yes, I have a multiport valve.
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    Equipment plumbing

    Question regarding plumbing for next year. Equipment is only a few feet from pool and current setup has flex hose connecting skimmer to pump to filter to return. I’d like to introduce shutoffs and possibly unions as these components seem to have value for experienced pool owners. With that...
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    When you respond to a question

    As a software developer, I am inclined to use technical forums very often for research/Q&A/etc. More often than not, I cringe when posting a question or when I read a post in which I know someone is going to be lambasted for the question. I can honestly say that this is a unique forum in that...
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    Pool Calculator

    I have a 27' x 54" Quest AGP. When using the pool calculator, am I using: The true specs of the pool depth for water depth (54") Or do I subtract 6" since the depth of the pool water is at the skimmer (more like 48") Thanks.
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    Looking for feedback on buying a used pool

    I've perused the TFP concepts, but not committed them to memory. However, now that I actually have a pool; I will be make more of an effort to understand the BBB and all related thoughts to a great pool. As far as a self install... not a chance :-D The slope of the yard creates a situation...
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    Looking for feedback on buying a used pool

    Final report: Pool taken down and loaded in about 3 hours. No visible signs of rust. Caps, top rails and bottom rails were resin; so it was pretty much the pool wall and uprights that were metal. Sand filter, 1.5 Hayward pump, 2 sets of ladders (A-frame ladder and wedding cake steps)...
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    Looking for feedback on buying a used pool

    I wonder why they could possible be selling the pool? Hrrrmmm..... -- Unfortunately, divorce and she doesn't want the pool You don't say how big it is, or did I miss that? Maybe 26ft, 4ft deep? -- 27' 54" deep It looks like there's mold all over the lower 1/3 of the walls. That's gonna be...
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    Looking for feedback on buying a used pool

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    Looking for feedback on buying a used pool

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    Looking for feedback on buying a used pool

    Liner was a definite replace. Barring any issues, does 1500.00 seem like a good deal?
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    Looking for feedback on buying a used pool

    $1500.00 I am responsible for taking down.
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    Looking for feedback on buying a used pool

    You are correct. It still appears on my machine because the page is cached... sorry about that. I've been in contact over the last few days with the owner regarding the pool. It is still available. Thanks.
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    Looking for feedback on buying a used pool

    First time caller... Long time listener :) I apologize now to the moderators if I break any of the rules with the posting... I've never owned a pool before and looking to take the plunge. Someone is selling a pool on Craigslist with the following specs. I'm looking for thoughts on buying a...