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    Pump too far from skimmer?

    No, I cannot.
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    Pump too far from skimmer?

    Video uploaded to youtube (). The pump is a variable speed pump - issue exists at all speeds. Yes, I checked and lubed the lid gasket.
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    Pump too far from skimmer?

    No sound for that area. I did check all the fittings, including re-taping and lubing gaskets. No change.
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    Pump too far from skimmer?

    The pump clearly has air in it (you can see the stream of water entering the pump basket). Filter pressure generally reads between 0-2psi. It will shoot up to around 10psi; which has typcally indicated the need to backwash. I've checked and lubed all gaskets (haven't inspected filter pressure...
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    Pump too far from skimmer?

    Ground is level so the rise is only 1-2 feet (difference in height from top of skimmer to pump). I just did a more accurate distance measurement and it's 82 feet from skimmer to pump.
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    Pump too far from skimmer?

    Equipment pad photos attached. There's not much to it.
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    Pump too far from skimmer?

    No significant elevation change - pretty level. No check valve to my knowledge (unless it's buried).
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    Pump too far from skimmer?

    Purchased a home with an inground pool a few years ago and ever since I've had trouble getting my pump to fully prime (both new and old pump). I've inspected every above-ground junction/connection/gasket to no avail. I'm wondering if my pump and filter setup (in the garage about 100 feet from...
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    When are DE filter fingers unusable?

    I backwash my filter once every 6-weeks during the summer (pool is only open late May - late September). Thorough cleaning at the end of the season. Rarely does filter pressure rise 30%. So the only downside of a small filter is more regular cleaning? No impact on filtration if properly...
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    When are DE filter fingers unusable?

    Assuming I have a 26,000 gallon pool, is my existing DE filter so completely inadequate that it would make sense to upgrade to a larger cartridge or sand filter now?
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    When are DE filter fingers unusable?

    Thanks. Actually, just reran the math on my pool size and it's definitely closely to 26,000 gallons than 33,000 gallons.
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    When are DE filter fingers unusable?

    Had to replace the bottom tube sheet in my Hayward EC65a and noticed that several (25-35) filter fingers are cracked near the top. I'm not adverse to replacing some of them (those that are so cracked I can't fit them back into the tube sheet); however, 35 filter fingers adds up to some $$$...
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    Pump sizing and brand

    Thank you ajw22 - that information is helpful. Does anyone have any thoughts on Harris or Doheny pumps?
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    Pump sizing and brand

    I currently have an older Hayward Super Pump (1 hp, single speed) that I'll be replacing with a VS pump as I transition to SWG. I have two questions: (1) Is there any advantage to paying more for a 3HP VS vs going with a 1.5HP or 1.65HP VS pump? (2) What have people's experiences been with...
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    Port Size

    I currently have a pool pump with 1.5" input/output ports and a DE filter with 1.5" ports. I'm considering upgrading the pump to a VS and the one I'm looking at has 2" input/output ports. Is this a no-go given the port size of my filter? Or is it ok to reduce the output of the pump to the...
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    Pump Compatibility with SWG

    Would that be the PureLine PL2626 (Salt Friendly)?
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    Pump Compatibility with SWG

    I'll be making the jump to a SWG with an RJ-60 PLUS. At the same time, I'll be installing a new pump. Inyopools recommended that I get a PureLine Prime Variable Speed Pool Pump 1.65 HP - PL2605 as a variable speed replacement for my current pump. Do you foresee any issues with me going with...
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    New Pump Help

    Thank you! How difficult is swapping the existing motor for a 2-speed or variable speed motor? I'm relatively handy and can follow instructions well - but am far from a mechanic.
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    New Pump Help

    Recently moved in to a home with a 33,000 gallon in ground pool. The pump, although working fine, is a Hayward Super Pump C48K2N143B1. As the pump is likely entering its twilight years, I'm contemplating upgrading to a variable speed or two-speed replacement. I also hope to my the transition...