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Ok. Thanks. I don't think adding another skimmer would be a good option. So with a single skimmer, a 3/4 hp Pump, 1-1/2" PVC would be good? Or still 2" with 3/4 hp pump?

Single Skimmer

Right. I guess I got a little hasty in throwing measurements around. I was measuring from the ground at the base of the pool where it sat last year. So the pump will actually still be at least a foot below the surface of the water.

Hello all. I'm looking to hard plumb our pool this year. I've been scouring all of the great information on here (there is a TON). One point I keep flip-flopping on is what size diameter PVC to use. The PVC run will be around 60' in length. I see most people say 1-1/2 is plenty, but then I...

Thanks everyone. I may try the sealant on the threads. My plan is definitely to hard plumb everything soon. But wanted to be able to get things going in the meantime. Once I get around to the plumbing, it will be a about a 40 foot run of PVC. Is 2" PVC overkill for my setup? It's a 1.5 HP pump.

Thanks for the reply. The first round, I did 3 layers. The second round, I did 2 layers. It seems improved, but still a constant drip from the largest connection between the pump and filter. Update: I stole some rubber washer rings from our old Intex system and used them on the gray hoses. This...

Hello all. First post, although I've been a member for a few years. Love this site. Graduated from Intex pools this year to a "real" above ground pool. Installed everything ourselves thanks to lots of reading through forums on this site and beyond. We have a Hydrotools pump and cartridge filter...