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I have had trouble getting in contact with the company who installed the sheer descent - but did find the model info. It's a CMP Natural Wonders 25577-430-900.

Is there something that you recommend that will prevent cracking? If a thin stainless steel plate - as mentioned above - is placed on top of the sheer descent, would that do the trick?

I'll see if I can find out which model was used - but I doubt I will get that info. Unfortunately, I don't see any markings on the sheer descent except for a few labels that DO NOT have the mfg's info nor model number. UGH!!!

Thanks for the quick reply!! I'm not sure which model it is. So hydraulic cement to fill in around the pipes. Then after it cures, use Type S mortar to secure the bluestone. Should mortar be used in between the sheer descent and the bluestone? Yes - that dog statue always ends up...

Had a company come out to replace my sheer descent due to a cracked joint. Unfortunately, they do not do masonry. Can someone help with providing info on the proper method for performing this repair/rebuild so that I know I've found the right person/company? What material(s) should be used...

I'm looking at a Century B2858 ($280) which was recommended by INYO pool as the replacement. I see that they offer dual speed B2983 for $354 + $45 for the toggle switch and canopy. Is it worth the extra $ going the variable speed route?

This is my 3rd season owning a pool in Maryland. I'm the 3rd owner - not sure of the pump's age but the motor is making very strange noises so I shut her down. (n) Does anyone have info on rebuild parts/video? I've never done this before so I would need direction. If I decide to purchase a...

FC=15 CC=1 Will recheck in an hour. Thanks again!

Good stuff - thanks! Very confident that my CYA is above 30 and close to 35 or so. Do I round up to 40 when looking at CYA/chlorine chart? Thanks!

I've since tested the CYA twice and I don't see the black dot disappear - that first test (CYA=35) the black dot went away during swirling but not after it settled down and I have since determined that that is not the correct way to conduct the test. I now have a sock in the pool with...

Here are my numbers. Do I need to increase my CYA before shocking? FC=0 CC=2 pH=7.4 TA=100 CH=240 CYA= <30 (black dot still present but barely) Thanks - have a party tonight an the kids want to get in the pool!! i'm not feeling any pressure!! :(

Great info - thanks!! If you are going to the parade tomorrow, be sure to look for me. I'll be the guy wearing a red Ovechkin jersey - LOL!!!!

Love it!! Between coaching my son's baseball team, watching the Capitals win the Stanley Cup, roasting a pig, yard work, and cooler rainy days, my job as the pool boy has had to take a backseat recently - LOL!!! I'm all loaded up with 8 bottles of Walmart's finest chlorine bleach! Picking up...

Was able to repair my pump - thank you! Now I have cloudy water but a decent color. Here are my numbers: FC 1 CC 0.5 pH 7.8 TA 120 CH 260 CYA 35 This is with a Taylor K-2006C kit. Looks like I need to SLAM!

Having trouble finding decent prices in Maryland - specifically, Montgomery/Frederick County. The best I've seen so far is Walmart's Chlorinating Liquid in their pool section. 128 FL OZ at 10% for $3.67 which is $0.287 per FL OZ. Anyone seen better in the area?

Quick question. Until my pump is back up and running, how many gallons of 6% should I use per night? 32.5K gallons. Thanks!

Thanks - but I shouldn't add chemicals to adjust pH until my pump is running...correct? That's probably a dumb question but since I'm new to this, figured I'd throw it out there. :p

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Thanks! The Taylor K-2006C kit arrived yesterday. I feel like I'll need to wear a white lab coat when I'm working up the concoctions - haha!! I'm about 2 or 3 days away from receiving my pump rebuild kit. Should I wait to test the water until my pump is back up and running - or is there an...

Thanks for the info, Texas Splash! The new water test kit and pump rebuild kit are both on their way! I took the pump apart today and noticed a very corroded area around the motor shaft after I took off the seal plate. There was a thin flat gasket around the shaft - but again, much corrosion...

Bought a home with a pool - first season owner. My pump (Pentair CHII-NI-1-1/2F) appears to have a few leaks. In the picture below, I have a pretty decent leak. I also have a much slower leak that appears to be coming from a bolt from the opposite side of the pump. Couldn't insert the...

Thanks, Texas Splash! I have yet to test the water since there's no circulation at this point. I've been reading up on the ABCs, SLAM and the recommended levels and chemicals. Fingers crossed and looking forward to being a part of this community!!