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Re: Another conversion - Finally done (at least I thought so) so.....it's been a while since I "completed" my conversion. Enjoying the sparking clean pool, doing daily (VERY simple) testing, adding my 1 gal of HASA bleach (in returnable containers) every other day. I've even had to do the...

10 times the amount of use than the last 4 years combined :-D

So, I've completed my adventure of converting from the dark side to clean, clear BBB. No SWG, just use plain 'ol "pool chlorine" (the HASA 12.5% stuff in returnable jugs), test every day and swim to my hearts content :lol: I know that sodium hypochlorite (we know it as "bleach") is actually...

I've been away for a while (enjoying my pool...finally rid of the "goo") but lurking and reading on occasion. I've had similar experience with the timer trippers; finger tight just doesn't get the job done. I've been using a pair of needle nose pliers to tighten the post, almost to the point...

Mark's conversion there's a lot of conversions to read through, mine will show the rainbow of colors you may or may not be experiencing. my most significant learning through the process is - however much chlorine you think you need, it's not enough :shock: keep adding chlorine - wait a...

Mark's Conversion As a point of reference, take a look through my conversion. We got the pool when we bought the house in 2004, and started with the Baq using the "AD" system that you have. Based on the $$ you quoted for chemicals, it looks like they are recommending "boxes" for use with the...

all I've had is a field mouse show up in the skimmer basket. our biggest issue is snails. They ususally hang out on the side, but if they make it into the pool I've seen the shell stop my Navigator. no snakes..... "snakes, why does it always have to be snakes"....

I'm an engineer by degree I work for a wine company Zinfandel is my favorite varietal (NOT White-Zin, although we make that as well) I usually have no problem getting the tag "zinengineer". sometimes on other boards I've used Warf (modification of my last name, also a trekkie thing), but I...

So, I think I've figured out the mystery. When I areated with the spa blower, I simply turned it off and left the pump running overnight. Today, I let the pump timer turn off the pump per normal schedule. Wife turns on pump before I get home so I can test in the evening.....no air bubbles...

Titanium I live in Modesto and have found both Lowe's and Home Depot carry the "kemtek" (I think that's the one). 10% solution in 2X1 gal boxes for about $6.50. Unfortunately you end up throwing them away. I'm guessing the Lowe's around Dublin/Pleasanton would also have them. If you're...

Done with the Baquagoo conversion, working on getting the chemistry "just right"

Just completed conversion from Baquagoo Mark's conversion and I'm in the process of getting the chemistry lined up. Wasn't sure to post here or in "chemistry", but what the heck latest set of numbers FC = 2.5 CC = 2.5 (I know this is a little high but I'm adding bleach each night to bring up...

final pictures. I'm working on getting the chemistry balanced (will address in "BBB" section). One final note for others planning this adventure.....if you leave your vacuum/robot in like I did (I think it helped keep things vacuumed) - plan on pulling out the vacuum head and hoses. I pulled...

Just about done Well, I haven't updated during the week (actually have to work :shock: ). The FC has been holding (more or less) overnight with between a 1-2 pt drop overnight. CC's have remained steady all week around 3.5-4.0 (depends on what I consider the "endpoint"). last set of numbers...

so, I'm converting to BBB from "goo" and start looking around for cheap, refillable containers of bleach. I find Hasa on the internet and wonder if there's anywhere around here that sells it. We happened to wander into a pool chemical, construction, outdoor patio combination store. Lo and...