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I’ll start this by admitting I don’t know much about filters or pumps. Having said that, I have a 6000 gallon above ground pool that’s currently using a .49hp pump with the 14” sand filter it came with. I found a really good deal on a 1.5hp Vevor pump but I’m assuming I’d have to get a larger...

This is our first successful year chlorinating our above ground pool thanks to TFP! However, after 2 weeks STRAIGHT of 100°+ temps, I noticed a small amount of green algae on one wall a few days ago. I’ve swept it the last 3 days and it pops back up. The water is still very clear (not crystal...

Hey there! Last year we followed TFP halfway through the summer and it worked out great. However, our CYA levels were higher by the time we started. This year we got a new pool due to a tear and we just filled it with new water today. Do I need to SLAM a freshly filled pool? Or just get the FC...

Hi all! I have an above ground pool and finally understand how to keep it crystal clear (thanks to this group!) I’m out of town visiting my parents who have a hot tub (that is always covered). They haven’t been heating it and the chlorine was at zero so I poured some liquid bleach yesterday for...

Hello all! New to posting, although I’ve tried to follow along with posts this year. I have a 7,000 gallon above ground pool with a sand filter that is going to be the death of me, I’m sure. Around the 4th of July, I let the chlorine drop to almost nothing for 2 days in 100° heat. Needless to...