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I've been testing pool & spa water for over 20 years. I purchased my first Pool Forum test kit back in 2001 or so and after wearing it out built my own using all Taylor re agents and hardware and even a Plano Tackle box just like the original. I have a very good friend who is building a pool and...

We've decided to add a hot tub to our pool area. After researching, I really like the Artesian Rio (link to site). Although a basic no frills hot tub, It is the perfect size and the footprint will work well for us. After a bit of research, they seem to be built well using OEM parts, have decent...

I have a 20k gallon IG vinyl liner pool that has developed a major leak. I Noticed it late new years eve and it has lost almost 2.5 feet of water since. I guess while vacuuming it for our new years eve party I must have somehow exerted enough pressure on the brittle old liner to cause it to...

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I currently own an aging Hayward Sand filter and A.O. Smith 1 H.P. pump. Both are on their last legs and I am contemplating changing them out. My last pool had a Hayward Perflex D.E. filter (EC75A) and I absolutely loved it. In fact my only complaint was not being able to vacuum to waste without...

I have an old Hayward sand filter with the Vari Flow Valve model SP117 that came with the house I recently purchased. I haven't had a whole lot of experience with a Sand Filter or Multi Port/Vari Flow valve and want a second opinion before I go tearing into it. Every time as of late after I...