Recent content by doc.mosi

Adding chemicals directly to the skimmer can cause issues with your piping and pump/filter. I always add in front of a return to allow for proper mixing and dilution prior to the chemicals entering the skimmer.

Two shots of the multiport valve gasket. It looks okay to me... Dave Sent from my VS985 4G using Tapatalk

Divin Dave, In the last two places I've lived the city would allow you to pay for the installation of a separate meter for 'Outside' water use, and then not make you pay the sewering costs associated with that meter. It's a high up front cost, depending on how much plumbing needs to be...

So, I opened my pool late this year. And I didn't have my test chemicals yet (I know, I should have waited until I had them in my hands...hindsight and all that). But I've always been able to make it a week or so after the first top up of water when opening the pool. Anyhoo....replaced the...

So..I've replaced the pump and motor this year. Got me to thinking. Maybe I should just "tune up" the multiport valve a bit. It's getting hard to open and turn. I've never done this. I need a bit of guidance. 1. I have a Hayward Vari-flo SP-0714 multiport valve. These are the only things I see...

Thanks for good info. I love my test kit (TFT-100). I feel like a mad scientist making stuff change colors by just adding different drops! I also love the great advice and information I get on this forum! Sent from my Galaxy S4 using the free app: Tapatalk 4 Beta.

I guess I should have been specific. I can tell if there us a pile of dirt in the bottom. Im quite certain I could see anyone in the pool. Im more concerned about the chemical levels, which I think should be okay. I do appreciate your comment and understand the concern over clarity. [Edit]...

Okay...so im newish to BBB method. Converted last summer from baqua. Opening numbers: pH: 8.2 FC: 0 CC: 1 CH: 180 TA: 180 Cya: 0 So added cya and muratic acid and bleach. Changed from brown to cloudy blue. Lots of vaccum brush backwash. 4th day of non stop pump running to filter. Old motor...

Perhaps the pics filesize is too big. I do know the forum has a limit on the file size of attachments. You can find free online image resizers. I use this website to make the files smaller. http://www.webresizer.com/ HOWEVER, I don't ever put a picture on there that I wouldn't want online. I...

Does this mean the pool store got BBB'd? :) Sent from my Galaxy S4 using the free app: Tapatalk 4 Beta.

Welcome to the forum. I have an intex that I added a through the wall skimmer to last year. I run a 3/4 hp pump with a 100 lb sand filter. Keeps it circulated well. Much better than the stock pump and filter. Good luck with whatever you decide. Sent from my Galaxy S4 using the free app...

I'm buying 12.5% for $2.50 a gallon at fleet farm. Labeled as Online Pool Shocker. Southern Minnesota. No manufacture date, but does have a Best By date... 5/7/14. I'm guessing they give a one yr shelf life. So...not old at all. I bought and used same product last summer with good results...

One dead squirrel every spring till I started covering the pool in the off season. Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk 4 Beta

Thanks for that info! Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk 4 Beta

I don't disagree....you do have to remember both numbers. It'd be nicer to just enter FC and CC....