Recent content by tonytheroofer

A single 60ft copper pipe running like a garden hose will NOT collect and transport enough hot water to make any difference. I would make several coils , or better yet get used car radiators and stack them , then make a manifold and feed each rad with its own supply off pool pump , connecting...

Solar may be an option , but when you do not have a full sunny area for the day the solar panel size must be bumped to compensate for the shade or short sun periods . On an 18' round I used a 100 btu heater and in 4 hours it would warm the pool fine , it was costly and I have boat loads of sun...