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    FC SLAM target question.

    Hi, I’ve been battling an algae/green pool problem for the last week and progress seems slow. Using the pool calculator I am given a SLAM target of 18 [my CYA is about 60). When I read at other threads I am seeing people talk about higher targets for lower CYA levels and am wondering whether my...
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    Intex Krystal Clear SWG $50 at Walmart

    Walmart has the intex Krystal clear SWG model cg 28663 (120v Krystal Clear Saltwater System Cg-28663 - Intex) on sale for $50. It is not shown at this price either online or in the store. It is labeled as on sale for $89. I bought 1 and when I looked at my receipt saw it was only $50 so I went...
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    Sharkline Matrix vs Saltwater 8000

    Hi, I need help as I am getting ready to pull the trigger on a new 24' AGP. It seems to have come down to the Matrix or the Sharkline, both about the same price of approx. $1800 for just the pool + skimmer. I have pump and filter. http://www.thepoolfactory.com/saltwater-8000-round.html...
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    Create intex adapters. Step by step. Lots of embedded photos

    I have been meaning to hard plumb my pool for ages. Due to a breakage my hand was forced and today I finally got it done. As there are always loads of questions on this topic and complaints that the photo links are dead. I thought I should document the process with lots of embedded photos that...
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    New improved Intex plunger valve

    Just stumbled upon the redesigned plunger valve. [attachment=0:m8tlgxje]10747_5.jpg[/attachment:m8tlgxje] Does anyone have any experience with this? It looks like it might significantly improve water flow.
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    Widemouth skimmer mounted to Intex above welded seam

    I am a long-time lurker and occasional poster (normally seeking info). I have received loads of great advice over the years so this is my time to contribute to a topic which I know has a lot of interest with other board members. I bought a hydropools widemouth skimmer last year and have been...
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    Gas heater recommendations

    The Hayward H250 gas heater that I bought on Craigslist a few years ago has finally died and I don't want to sink any more money into it. I am thinking of buying a new heater to hopefully get a few trouble free years out of it as I am done with troubleshooting problems with heaters! I have my...
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    Please help to to re-assemble my Hayward DE filter!

    First thank for all the useful information I have already pulled from this forum as we have progressed from a couple of kiddie pools to a 12'x30" round to the current 20'x48" round. This is an Intex pool but I was given a very old Hayward perflex EC40 filter and 3/4 hp pump.. I hooked it up and...