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Ok, the post I saw showed the other side of this block and it looked very similar to my pic. I see the difference in the two now. The reading I have done said that it was easier to read than the other possibly due to the squared sides instead of the cylindrical tube. Do you know if that is an...

I saw a post earlier stating that it is posible to test your CYA with the Taylor 9056 Comparator Block. However, it did not state how to do this procedure. I have search for a while now trying to find instructions on how to do this but couldn't come up with anything. I am totally new to...

Glad to hear you got it out. I've been watching the thread since you started it.

I really like the reminder notifications idea!

Since you stated you like gadgets, I assume you may like To keep your records in digital form as well. I started using Jesse's excel spreadsheet and love it. It makes it easier to see patterns in the graphs section that automatically populates as you enter your results. Jesse's Graphical Pool...

I decided to email HD Customer Care Dept over this issue to see what they had to say about this situation. I explained everything that happened to the "T". The following is an excerpt from the email response I got back from them: I am in total shock that this associate blatantly refused to...

For what it is worth, I purchased by TF-100 test kit with the speedstir. I received the test kit but the speed stir was on backorder. I have been using the test kit for a couple of days and I cannot wait until the speed stir gets here. (just got an email today saying it was in and had been...

New readings today. FC 1.5 CC O pH 7.3 TA 120 CYA 30 I got a pic of the pH test this time so you could see that it is fluctuating. My best guess is 7.3 or so, what do you think? Headed out now to add chlorine.

Not all the way to the car but he stayed with me and actually kept it in his own buggy until after we had checked out. He then let my buddy have it as we walked out the door.

Hydrochloric acid (sp?) is what was on one side of the box, Muriatic acid was printed on the other. Not sure if they're one in the same or not but it appeared that way on the box. - - - Updated - - - No, we don't normally have strict laws of any kind. This is the first time I've ran into...

I hope this is the right place to put this. I went to Home Depot today to purchase muriatic acid. I have not seen anyone else mention this in any of my reading on here so I wanted anyone to be aware of what happened to me. I asked the gentleman in the paint department where the muriatic...

I added chlorine and CYA as suggested on pool math and went to the store to p/u more CYA, Chlorine and Muratic acid. I retested at 17:30. Those results were: FC 1.5 I assume because the CYA hadn't fully taken affect and it was a bright sunny day. pH 7.2 Not sure what happened here for this...

I'm not sure how to calculate that?!? I looked at the bottom of pool math in the effects of adding chemicals section but I didn't see an option for CYA. Im on the way to the big box store to get some Muratic acid and a breaker I just noticed needed replacing. - - - Updated - - - Chlorine...

With my CYA being 0 pool math suggest adding 6 lbs 11 oz of CYA. Im not sure I have a tube sock that big, LOL. I also only have a 4 lb bottle. Is it ok to just add this one tube sock at a time, until i can go back out to the store and get more?

Thank you so much CJ and Duraleigh for the quick response. I will head out now to do the steps you've suggested according to Pool Math.

I was playing around in pool math and just answered my own question. I see where you can mouse over the results and it will calculate the measuring amounts for you.

Ok, TF-100 arrived yesterday. I work a 24 hour shift so couldn't start until today. I have read so much on here since my last post and gained so much knowledge but still have so far to go before I feel like I have a good grasp of things. I have completed my testings this morning and will post...

Hello all! I am fairly new to pools. We purchased our home in 2013 which came with the pool. Up till now, I just followed the previous homeowners advice the past two years and added pool shock when needed to clear the water and kept the floater filled with pucks. We just installed a new...

Hello! I am just starting out with a new liner and want to do this pool with the BBB method. I love the way it is less hassle and cheaper. I do not have a test kit yet but plan on ordering one this weekend from Amazon. I really like this site and plan on learning oh so much from here...