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Bought my first metal frame set in 2005 Bought my second metal frame (12 foot) set in 2008 As most members on this forum, I upgrade the pump. I've got a 2,500 gph Intex pump. This year I successfully upgraded from 1.25 hose to 1.5 hose. Two parts are needed for the 1.25-1.5 upgrade...

:shock: OMG I'm so glad you asked about my test kit. I use the DPD test kit with liquid reagents: R0001-R0002-R0003 for chlorine. The testing tube ranges from 0-5 and color turns pinkish red. My results were ranging from 4-5 (Or so I thought!!!) Your question prompted me to read the...

Thanks for the explanations. I'm not crazy about handling acid. Concerned about mixing/ safety etc. For my pool size it would require 3.75 ounces of dry acid. Sodium Bisulfate label says to add acid to a bucket of water first. What should the size of this bucket be? Label says one...

I'm in the process of opening my 2500 gal Intex. Our tap water is naturally alkaline. I've been using bleach with increments of dichlor. The estimated CYA added from the dichlor is approx 35-40 ppm. So, I'm probably done adding the dichlor. pH = 7.8 TA = 240 Do I need to decrease my pH...

I had two.... I had the catfish, for small above ground pools. The on/off switch broke on both. Something with the way the switch is constructed. Each lasted one season. Otherwise it worked very well. It was very lightweight. Very easy to use. The catfish may have had a different...

We buy the foam sheets and cover them with plastic. I think the foam is about 3/8" thick. It's the type that's designed to go between walls. (Not attics) It's very affordable.

ooopppss, I had posted previously that my pool was only 1700 gal. Found out it was 2500 gal. So, it might change things. Would a .5 hp be too strong for a 2500 gal pool? Pump will circulate 2500 gph Sorry........for confusion Thanks Original post: A I'm handicapped and need equipment h...

Pool Mom: Think I'll just stick with 1.25 inch. Cuz I read the walls of the Intex may not be able to handle the weight and increased water pressure of a larger pump. I'll probably invest in a robotic cleaner which won't add extra strain the pump. My big deal is pollen and leaves. If I can...

Thx PoolMom: Gonna sound like a dumb question: My hosing is 1.25 in , the 2500 gph pump listed is 1.5 in. Are there adapters available to convert the 1.25 to 1.5? Which would you recommend? I usually get help opening the pump, but those black "plugs" which cut out the pump are a...

This is my first post. I'm handicapped and need equipment that is "easy to work with" I need to buy a new pump for my Intex Frame Set 12 ft x 3 ft - 1700 gal I currently have a Krystal Clear cartridge pump (800 GPH). My hoses are 11/4 in Quality Inflatables is selling AquaQuick 1/2 hp...