Recent content by PnutKar

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    Non-standard return eyeballs causing headaches...

    Yes, I too was in disbelief. There was no need for adhesive. I have created a prototype diverter eyeball using a 45° PVC fitting that slips right in to the 1" ball.
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    Non-standard return eyeballs causing headaches...

    They are indeed Aqua Star JO010 retrofits. I was able to convince the pool remodel outfit to giver me a set of 3. I will now make my modifications to improve the flow pattern. I suggest that it is best to stay away from these fittings since they are smaller than the standard eyeball, precluding...
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    Non-standard return eyeballs causing headaches...

    I dug through the Aqua Star catalog and found a Flush Retrofit Eyeball kit. I'm thinking this is what I have. Unfortunately no dimensions for the eyeball itself is given, and I doubt I'm able to purchase the eyeball alone. Thanks for the lead - it's a start.
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    Non-standard return eyeballs causing headaches...

    Howdy. Yeah, the pool replaster people didn't remove the fittings, they glued another fitting within the existing return. The return is now smaller than standard - the eyeballs are 1.4" across. Enough to cause a headache.
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    Non-standard return eyeballs causing headaches...

    Howdy. Yes, I'm still looking for information or a solution. I need a source for these smaller eyeballs.
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    Does anyone REALLY own a pool?

    Or does the pool own US?? Do most of my own maintenance including pump, filter, electrical repairs and upgrades. Pools are great when the kids are young and at home. Now it's just a hole in the ground into which I pour money (akin to a boat). Never again. Maybe a spa or lap pool. Maybe.
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    Non-standard return eyeballs causing headaches...

    Greetings Pool People! At wits end, I have joined the TFP to seek help. I had my in-ground plaster pool refinished a few months ago - I made a mistake in agreeing to something called "flush mount eyeballs". Little did I know what this truly meant. It seems these items are retrofit parts that...
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