Recent content by MrPat

I started using this site and especially the PoolMath calculator a few months ago. The test kit TF-100 is great. I have been able to keep my numbers on target without adding tons of chemicals. I turned off my chlorine tab dispenser and got my stabilizer down to acceptable levels. I'm only adding...

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Thanks for the info guys! I now have a new Pentair single stage 1 hp pimp and a New Hayward 120 cartage filter. I just slammed the pool yesterday and the water looks great!

Ok, I've done some reading about the SWG systems and I've changed my thinking. After I get my CYA down I will give the bleach method a try. When I go on vacation I'll use the tablets for that period and then go back to bleach. That will be cheaper and certainly more simple. I don't need to add...

I'd be interested in a SWG system if it eliminated the CYA problems. Does the SWG system eliminate the excess CYA issue? Is switching to a SWG system easy? What SWG system would you recommend for my small pool? Thanks

Yes, the 3" tabs. Thanks

I just got my TF-100. Here are the results. FC 9 CC 0 PH 8.2 TA 200 CH 330 CYA 60 Pool Temp 65 degrees. The pool is in a courtyard and gets no direct sun in the winter (summer is a different story) I have a chlorinator now. I'll add wet acid tomorrow following pool math's formula. I have...

I should have mentioned that we have a separate pump we can turn on to use the spa as a spa. That would mean replacing the heater, which I'm not planning to do. We never use the.spa.

Thanks. The only water feature is a small spa. We never use the connected spa, but water does run into it and then into the pool via a "water falll". When I replace the pump I will replace the entire assembly (pump, motor, basket).

Thanks guys. When the motor dies I'll get a 1 up motor

The pump is a 1.5 HP Single speed Sta-Rite model MPFA6F-147L. Is there any reason to replace this when I buy the new filter? Are similar single speed pumps still available? The pool is about 6500 gal. Thanks, Pat

My filter is starting to leak at the bottom. The filter tank was installed in 2003 and the plastic is looking sun damaged. I am looking at Hayward and Pentair. Is one better than the other? Any others I should consider? Thanks