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  1. Tbwonder

    Pentair Quad DE 60 backwash recharge ?

    Have a Pentair quad DE 60. Question is on running a backwash on these filters. Pentair says backwash it and then recharge with a full dose of DE. Thing is, there’s no way it flushes ALL of the DE during a backwash . The site glass is only cloudy briefly and then runs clear …and in fall when...
  2. Tbwonder

    New DIY Build Underway

    So thanks to Kim, Jimmy and others for feedback in the final planning stages. Will use this thread to post progress and for progress questions.
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    HELP Skimmer return layout

    Here is the design they gave. circular flow...2 skimmers and 2 surface returns. I am also adding the two low returns facing down with NO main drains. The 1st low return will be near the break pointing Across and down the ramp....the second low return beneath the deep end slimmer...pointing...
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    Help review (nearly) final pool plan before ordering

    Hi everyone, Been reading here for a couple years, and finally about to pull the trigger. I'm going to post my pool plan below based on everything I've read. Please comment if you see anything or suggest anything...I'm all ears! 1st, I am almost there with Pool Warehouse, but stumbled into...
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    IG pool, does anyone paint/coat Steel walls

    About to start my own IG installation. Using kit from PW. Does anyone recommend/not recommend spraying or coating on the steel walls once installed and before installing the collar and liner. My thought is, while the zinc coating is good...all the punch outs and holes are weak points as is...