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  1. Azsunsets

    Puzzling bubbles in pump basket

    I'm really having a hard time figuring out what is going on with bubbles in my pump basket. I just noticed this issue after a big rain, but I don't know if the rain would have anything to do with it. I have a Pentair VS 3hp pump. I get small bubbles that you can see coming in from the pool side...
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    Anybody familiar with Polaris Robots?

    I'm thinking of returning my suction side cleaner. I can get a credit to apply towards a robot, but they don't have the Dolphin A30i that I want. They can get me the Polaris P955, or the P965iq. Please let me know if you have had any experience with either of these models. I got my suction...
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    New pool - should I increase CH?

    I just filled my pool on 6/7. I have been using liquid chlorine & will be starting up my SWG on 7/7. My CH has been around 225-250 since start up. Should I go ahead and increase it since minimum is 250 with chlorine, & 350 with salt? What should I shoot for in the next couple of weeks? I would...
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    New pool start up - sometimes cloudy water

    I just added water to my new pool on 6/7. I have mini pebble interior. The pool can look very clear & then after we swim in it, it looks cloudy. I have been brushing the pool 2-3 times daily & have been testing my water twice a day & adding chemicals per Pool Math. I'm not sure if this...
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    Can't control Bubbler rpm with screenlogic

    I'm having a problem controlling the bubbler rpm with screenlogic. I have the rpm's set at 420, but the height of the bubbler is too high. It should be very low at this speed. The only way I can lessen the bubbler height is to use the switch on the valve in manual mode. Is there something else...
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    Please tell me I don't have to drain the pool!

    I'm finishing up a pool build right now , & I have another pool that is under the pool shops control. I plan on following TFP guidelines with my new pool, and I would like to take charge of this one too. The pool had a complete drain and refill in March, tabs are used. The water looks...
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    Plumbing losing pressure?

    I'm wondering if my plumbing should have list pressure overnight? I just had the pool plumbing done yesterday & the gauge was sitting at 41 last night, it's at 36 now, is this okay? Thanks in advance for any information !
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    Rebar/shotcrete question:

    I'm asking the sub on my O/B to beef up the rebar on my pool. Standard is #3 @12". For about $500 I can get #3 12X6 vertical & 6X6 on the floor. I asked for 4000psi for the shotcrete, instead of the standard 3000psi the sub quoted me. I'm in an area of AZ that can have expansive soil, so I...
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    New owner-builder (kinda) in Arizona

    I've decided to go with a company that does the pool design/engineering, & gives you a sub list, as well as helps with questions along the way. I'm a little nervous & have a lot to learn! All I have so far is the first shot at my design - a little tweaking to be done. I welcome any...
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    Advise for pool contractor in AZ

    Hi there! I'm just starting the search for a contractor here in Arizona, I live in the east valley area. Any recommendations or advise regarding what to look for in a builder would be appreciated. Also, opinions regarding going with a company that assists in building your own pool would be...