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    Pipe dope on in ground return plugs? In trouble??

    Hi, first time closing my own IG pool. We had trouble with getting a good seal on one of the returns with Teflon tape while blowing with a cyclone. Unbeknownst to me, my helper took the tape off and used pipe dope on the return plugs. We were able to get a good seal but will it hold up over the...
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    Ascorbic Acid + Sequestrant - Offseason Planning

    Hi, I recently followed the iron staining AA procedure with great results. I understand that I need to add sequestrant monthly moving forward. I live in the Northeast US and close my pool from October - May. How should I be planning to manage sequestrant during the offseason? Heavy load at...
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    Taylor k2006 inconsistencies

    **New Pool Owner Here** Based on recommendations from this site, I purchased a k2006 test kit and have been making great use of it. I'm able to achieve consistent results with all of the tests except the FC & CC. Please see my results attached. Lines marked with the comment "pools etc" is a...
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    Greetings

    Hi Everyone, I've always wanted a pool and my wife and I recently purchased a new home with an existing IG 20x40 Vinyl Pool. The previous owner seems to have taken good care of the pool based on it's condition. I had the system converted to a SWCG upon opening and have been trying to get it...