Recent content by wcodyd

I was not aware of the skimmer vac plates - thanks. I ordered a Riptide earlier but will checkout the vac plates.

Much appreciated. I’ll check out the Riptide.

Friends, I have a 20x40’ right L-shaped pool that’s about 10 feet deep at the deep end and covered with a mesh safety cover. Once the pool is fully opened, I’ve got a solid weekly routine that keeps everything in check. However, the initial opening is a real challenge. Every year, I have to...

Please see attached pictures. The stain on the liner is a little more yellow and brown than the picture appears. I had a 40 lb plastic bag full of salt fall into the deep end of the pool. I could not get the bag out until the next day. The stain appeared on the liner and no amount of...

After researching this more, I’m starting to wonder if it makes more sense to replace my multi port valve and guts (manifold and grids) on the DE filter. What is the new equivalent to the Hayward SP0710G11M?

Thank you for the replies. I like the idea of a cartridge filter — seems that would be a little easier than what I have now. I will increase budget if needed to get the best long term value. What about the Hayward brand cartridge filters? I’ve been looking at a Hayward W3C5030 cartridge filter.

Friends, I have a 30K gallon salt water pool with liner. The pool was built before we purchased the home. I suspect the pool is ~15-20 years old. I’ve already replaced the pump, and now I’d like to replace the DE filter. The current filter is a Hayward DE-3600. I’ve already replaced the...

Thank you both. I'll replace the ball valves with a 3-way Jandy. I'm also going to install a check valve between the 3-way Jandy and the pump. I'll install another check valve between the chlorinator and the DE filter. Does this placement of check valves make sense? Finally, what do you...