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    Is it ok to start filling above ground oval pool (j hook liner) before putting the top rails back on?

    I tried to install 25x15 oval liner, but didn’t have it clocked correctly. Filling it, the wall where the liner was too tight started to collapse. I was hoping the liner would stretch, but collapse occurred first. I removed liner and am preparing sand again. For my next attempt, it is ok if I...
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    What is this type of liner called?

    Not an overlap. Is this what’s known as “beaded”? It seems to hug just over the wall and the piece sort of clamps down in It. It’s a 12x24 and I’m doing it myself. Just want to make sure I order the right one. Also, while taking everything apart, I’ve run into endless rusted and stripped...
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    DE Filter and Pump Strength

    Hi guys, I have a Hayward Perflex EC40 D.E. above ground filter. Last year I used it with no problems along with a 3/4 HP pump. This year, so far, the water stops flowing through the filter after about 1-2 hours. If I shut the pump off and use the lever to shake off the DE, then restart the...
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    First TF-100 Test and I'm in trouble, CYA through the roof

    After 3 years of blaming my neighbor's tree for my cloudy/green/crappy pool, I finally got the test kit I've read about for the past year. Why I didn't do this sooner I have no idea. Turns out, my Cya level is about 100, maybe a little more! Jeesh! The kids use the pool a decent amount and my...
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    Broken disperser on multivalve port; can I use sand filter with no disperser?

    Hi guys, new here. I have a Sta-Rite T-210WF sand filter with multiport valve. The bottom plastic part of the valve called the disperser broke off when I was opening the tank. I guess this happened because it is really old. I put everything back together and the filter is working fine...