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    Sacrificial Anodes

    Wanted to know if these work or are a gimmick? Been looking for skimmer screws due to rust and saw someone posted about 316 stainless but have had no luck finding them. Went to Fastenal and they can't find the exact same screw for the faceplate. So my next line of defense was a possible Anode...
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    Dolphin Nautilus,Plus,Clever Clean

    Trying to decide which one of these to purchase. The older model Nautilus vs newer model Nautilus? Older model has 2 brushes, bottom debris removal cartridges, swivel cable, and is rated very highly on Amazon reviews. New model has 1 brush, top basket debris removal, and "clever clean" to keep...
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    New Aquabot JR $329.99! @ In The Swim

    Wanted to let others know that if you are looking for a robotic cleaner and get the In the Swim catalog, check for this. I got one for spring 2017 and spotted this cause I have been looking for one. Their website has a different price but when I called them, they honored the catalog price...
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    Ready to SLAM!

    Some of you may remember me on here and my 5 year battle with mustard algae. Well I am finally ready to eradicate it once and for all. Weather is cooling off here and it's on the weekend which will give me the break I need. Will post numbers tomorrow evening before I start. Just a few questions...
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    Cya/Chlorine relationship

    Sent an email to APSB (American Pool and Spa Builders) about why Hayward was telling me to keep my SWG cya level 30-50. Response is below. Any comments appreciated since this makes things even more confusing lol. "I heard back from Hayward and was told that the contradictory responses may be...
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    Sneaky Mustard Algae?

    Have posted before about this but wanted to try again and see if there is anymore insight with this. Will post test results after rant. Anyone know if it is possible to pass the OCLT while having mustard algae? Have passed this test numerous times now and am a bit confused. And yes, before...
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    Bioguard Stain and Scale ingredients

    Anyone know what is in this stuff? Have been using with no problems in my spa as per pool store but going to stop using it if it's not necessary. It has nothing listed on the front of bottle as to what's in it. 17,200 in ground pool, DE filter,3/4 hp pump, solar heater, SWG (Hayward Salt and...
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    Merlin Safety Cover

    Looking to purchase a new Merlin Safety Cover to replace the old one. Merlin, however does not sell outright to a customer and you must purchase through a dealer. Anyone know of another way I can purchase one besides a dealer? Or somewhere online that would sell a Merlin cover? I am willing to...
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    Pool Calculator App

    Just curious to know if the pool calculator app is still a good app to download or is using the website version better? Saw some bad reviews on the app not being updated and didn't know if there was any support for it anymore. Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Mustard Algae problem for past 4 years

    Been dealing with this for a number of years. Let me start with some background first. Discovered mustard algae problem about 5 years ago and have been unsuccessful with killing it with the "store methods" while wasting a ton of money on it as well. Have tried it all. Been a frequent visitor of...
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    Mustard Algae

    Been dealing with this for a number of years. Let me start with some background first. Discovered mustard algae problem about 5 years ago and have been unsuccessful with killing it with the "store methods" while wasting a ton of money on it as well. Have tried it all. Been a frequent visitor of...