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    Closing above-ground pool: use existing pump to drain a few inches?

    Has anyone used their existing pump to lower their above-ground pool water level a few inches for closing? If so: any advice? If not: any reason why not? I was thinking about attaching a hose to the "waste" outlet of my Hayward pump (approx 50 ft away from pool, via underground PVC) to lower...
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    Blow out water lines: leaf blower vs professional device?

    Hi all - I have about 50 ft of PVC from my above ground pool to the pump/heater. The pool installer used a 3HP blower like the one below to blow out the water from the pipes when it was time to close up the pool for the winter...
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    Hayward SW15851X20TL: flow rate?

    Hi - I can't seem to find the flow rate for my pump + filter system. I bought the Seascape 27 ft AGP from the Great Escape and it came with Hayward equipment - pump model is Swimpro SW15851X20TL, motor part number 7-193554-01 - Swimpro Voyager cartridge filter model SW150 The filter says max...
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    Doughboy pools: fencing?

    Hi all - I got a quote from the local Doughboy dealer; cost of Doughboy fencing around the rim of a 24' AGP is >$1200 - does anyone know if 3rd party fencing is compatible? Local Great Escape fencing estimate < $500; a friend paid like $300 for their 24' (non-Doughboy) pool I understand...
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    Pablo from Chicago suburbs

    Hi, just joined. I'm planning to install an aboveground pool before the summer. I have a fairly large, flat yard, and am looking forward to having a fun activity for my kids. My wife grew up with an aboveground pool so I have a good idea of what I'm in for (costs, maintenance, etc). But if...