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    Cloudy pool during SLAM

    What can I do to help clear my pool up while in the middle of a SLAM? I tried adding floc (9ozs) and later a clarifier to help but there was not noticable change. Also, I am 99% certain that I have gotten all of the debris off the bottom. Here are my most recent readings as of 11:20am today...
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    Multiple skimmer cracks

    After doing some research on skimmer cracks I have decided to use Schmear (ABS pellets mixed with M.E.K.) for the repair. As you can see in the pics there are multiple cracks of varying sizes. Before doing so I would like to get some help with the following: 1. Given the number of cracks does...
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    Recurring Green Algae

    Good afternoon, My 27 year old sand filter developed a crack (that's another story), so my pool was dormant for about a 6 weeks and turned green. During this time frame a really thick layer of algae developed on the bottom. Once the new filter was up and running I began the process of removing...
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    Rookie question

    Good evening I am preparing to SLAM my pool. Other than adding stabilizer and lowering the pH to 7.2. Should I wait to address TA until after the SLAM is complete? TH- 100 FC - 0 pH - 7.8 TA - 40 CYA - 0 Also, I am using 3" Suncoast Chlor tabs (trichlor). Thanks!!
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    CareTaker 99 crack

    Hey guys/gals, As I was replacing the PSI gauge on my caretaker 99 yesterday I over tightened it and now have a hairline fracture that only leaks when the PSI is over 10. Is there a way I can repair the crack without having to replace the entire dome? I was thinking about using some 2 part...
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    Confused newbie/Water leak

    Good morning everyone and thanks in advance for your help. About 6 months ago I purchase a home with a gunite pool that is probably the same age as the house (1994). That being said, there are a number of things I need to address but I believe the most pressing a possible leak. Based a...