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    Is Hayward C7030 too big for a 20,000 gallon pool

    We have a 20,000 gallon pool that was remodeled 10 years ago. As I want to reduce maintenance as much as possible, we put in a Pentair Tritus II Tr140 sand filter. It has served well from a maintenance perspective. It has developed a crack, so sand gets in the pool. Also time to replace the...
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    Jandy valve need complete replacing?

    I'm looking for a second opinion. Our pool remodeller came to move pool pipes due to a house extension. At the time I asked him what can be done as the spa drains water overnight, usually about half or less. He mentioned that the whole Jandy check and direction valves and plumbing needs to be...
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    Pool guy says change out sand filter - Not so sure, need advice

    We have a 20k gallon pool that was remodeled 7-8 year ago. At that time the early 70's DE filter was changed to a sand filter, specifically Triton II TR140. I wanted lower maintenance, back washing rather than spending a frustrating time cleaning out the DE filter. The reason for this size, was...
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    Which way is better to add Intellichlor to Easytouch

    The Easytouch * I have does not have the Intellichlor support. I've purchased a IC40 but is now wondering which way to go for the power. I can buy the add-on power box, or I can buy the transformer that goes inside Easytouch. If I go with the buying the transformer inside the Easytouch, do I...
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    Easytouch with VS pump not shutting off when schedule ends

    I'm having a problem that started a few days ago. I'm running a VS pump with an Easytouch. It has been running fine for since installed 3 years ago. Now when the schedule pass the end time, the pump doesn't stop. It continues to run. I can put the system in Service/Timeout mode and the pump...
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    Sand in pool after backwashing Triton filter

    We remodeled the pool 8 months ago. At that time, we added a Triton II TR140 sand filter. It has gravel in the bottom with sand of top. I've only had to backwash the filter twice. The first time was fine but after the second backwash, I found gravel and sand in the pool, more gravel than sand...
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    Where to buy gravel for sand filter

    We are almost at the end of the process of remodeling our pool. As part of the remodel, we replaced all the 40 year old equipment. This included changing the stainless Purex DE filter to a Triton II sand filter. This due to lower maintenance. I've decided to use both gravel and sand in the...
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    Umbrella bottom for baja reef

    We are remodeling our pool and adding a baja reef. The pool builder said to get umbrella bottoms (pole) that is stainless steel. We've not been able to find any. Since the pool may corrode the pole, I assume that we should get something in stainless or fiberglass or ...? Does anyone has...
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    Precast coping - pavers, is expansion joint needed

    We are in the process of remodeling a 40 year old pool. As part of the remodel, we have removed the cantilever concrete deck. We now have a precast coping and concrete Belgard pavers. The pavers are not yet installed, though the paver border is. We live in southern CA. The paver border all...
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    Jandy deck jet versus mini jet

    We are planning to add jets along the back of the pool and also to the baja reef. I'm looking at the Jandy deck jets and mini jets, but have a hard time find what the difference is between these two jets. Anyone knows? Thanks.
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    Savi Melody vs Fiberstars PAL 2000 vs Intellibrite

    We are in the process of planning a remodel of an older pool. As part of the work, the old spa will be filled and a new built inside the shallow end, adding a baja reef, and shallowing the deep end. Currently there is only one light in the pool and one in the old spa. We are planning to add...
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    Buying used IntelliTouch - what to look for

    I have the option to buy a used Intellitouch I9+3 with Power Center. No actuators or relays. What should I be looking out for what and questions should be asked? I'm considering the Intellitouch due to the ability to control the Intelliflo pumps (VF + VS), which from what I understand, the other...