Recent content by isaac737

SLAM process started today...already over?? I finally addressed my filter issues, and I have a working filter! I fixed the filter on Friday, and have had it running for several hours since to clean all the crud out of the pool, as recommended by Richard. Today I started the SLAM process, and...

CCs at 2.5?! SLAM time... Well, it seems that my pool saga / drama has no end in sight! Tonight I finally received the TF-100 and I couldn't wait to tear into it and test my pool water. My excitement quickly abated, however, after seeing that my CCs were 2.5 ppm. Here were my full results: FC...

Sand filter plumbing questions Now that my filter valve should arrive by Friday :whoot:, I'm starting to think about how to hook everything up. I know lots of people use PVC for connections between pump and filter, but is this absolutely necessary? Could I use standard pool hose with those 2"...

Here is a picture of my return. The gray part of the liner is at the top of my pool. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thank you. You guys are amazing. I can't believe how quickly you all respond! I will post a pic when I get home.

Thanks! I know the recommended procedure is to add CYA via a sock in the skimmer basket (learned the hard way), but I actually don't have a skimmer basket. My pool is an above ground Intex, with an inlet and an outlet. I have a leaf basket in my pump, but otherwise I'm not sure how I could do...

Question regarding CYA test So as mentioned before, I have a 6-way HTH test kit (my highly anticipated TF-100 apparently will not make it to my house until wednesday) and I'm not sure what to make of the result that I obtained from my recent CYA test. I tested my CYA level two days ago because...

Re: Please help me identify this This issue has been resolved, just in case anyone is interested or having a similar problem. I talked with a guy that repairs filters and he immediately identified my valve as a PENTAIR PAC FAB 262506. Even though the sticker on top says that it is made by...

Please help me identify this Do not start another thread with info that pertains to your current thread and issues. Please keep it together as it is easier to follow your pool saga. Casey~ I have been having multiple problems with my sand filter and now I'm pretty sure I need to replace my...

Well that figures. I have already spent ~$50 buying replacement parts for the valve. Guess I need to spend another $10 to get the spider gasket. At this rate, I would have been better off buying a brand new valve for ~$75! Is it typical to replace just the gasket or is the whole key assembly...

Leebo, I tried recirculating but the water is still leaking out of my sight glass. It might just be because there isn't proper pressure in the tank due to my missing flange...otherwise, my spider gasket may be blown in my valve...PLEASE let it not be my spider gasket! Keeping with that same...

Thanks, jblizzle. I will increase my FC target to 6 ppm for now.

I could try that. That's a great idea. But I'm not sure it will work because my valve doesn't have a secure connection to my tank (I have to replace the flange clamp). I will try it tonight. Assuming it doesn't blow up and rip my limbs off, I will post whether or not it worked. ;) Thanks to...

Oops...you are right. Sorry, pixpicker.