Recent content by Sneek

I upgraded to a sand filter and skimmer this year, for the dual inlets from the intex pool-I just kept the hose from the original intex pump set-up in which the two inlets lead to a valve. I was in a hurry to get the pump going as I already had the pool filled and needed to get bleach going. I...

Need advice on where to place a skimmer in our 22x52 round intex pool. I am also converting from the cartridge filter it came with to a 4500 gph, 19 inch sand filter with 1 hp pump by bestchoice products. Our pool has the 2 outlets(going to the old filter) and one inlet. From what I have...

So, dumb question, are you able to vacuum your pool at all with the skimmer attached? I have a problem with leaves getting in the pool. You still use the original pump that came with the pool then? Thank you!

Advice about changing over from using the Intex cartridge filter pumps to a standard above ground sand filter. What size pump do I need for 10,400 gallon Intex ultra frame pool? I have a sand filter from an older above ground pool I was planning on using with it, will that be ok? How do I...

Being a newbie to pools, I am looking for guidance on purchasing a cover for our 22 ft round ultra frame Intex pool. I have looked online, and honestly, there are too many choices. I am not looking to spend a lot (already had to buy a new liner after we took the pool down last year...mice )...

We have had our intex pool up now for a couple weeks, I have had a sock of stabilizer granules in the pool for at least 10 days now. Received the suggested test to upgrade the Taylor kit to the 2006, I just tested with the following results: PH- 8.0 FC-.35 CC-0 TA-340 CYA -0 I have been...

Filled our pool, (info below) with well water and added according to the directions a "start-up" kit from pool supply superstore. It was 6 oz of metal out, then 1 lb super shock plus, followed by 16 oz bottles each of algaecide then water clarifier. Waited the 2 hours inbetween each...