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    Cracked thread return jet

    Thanks, I'll give that a try! I should have probably done that last winter when the water was below the return lines.
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    Cracked thread return jet

    Hi, the attached picture should speak for itself. Two of my return fittings have cracked threads. I don't know what the part looks like behind the thread. Is it set in another plastic cover, or would the water be leaking straight through? Can anything be done about this (JB Weld, Lexel, …?) that...
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    Replacing old Hayward fixtures and niches

    Thanks for bumping up the thread! The questions eventually kinda answered themselves so I think I have it figured out. The niches are fine, and as part of the new liner install they are replacing all face plates. So that takes care of the fiberglass issue. The wiring has to be replaced with the...
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    Replacing old Hayward fixtures and niches

    I currently have two pool lights installed, Hayward SP 607 niches with SP-583-L fixtures. These are probable ~20 years old, and one fixture let in water which rusted the inside completely and trips the GFCI breaker. I have a couple of questions about replacing them. - My pool is currently being...
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    First pool, looking for advice on quote for heater, SWG, and VS pump

    Thanks for the insight, much appreciated! I've decided to move ahead with these items.
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    First pool, looking for advice on quote for heater, SWG, and VS pump

    If automation was on my wish list, I would have to ensure I have 220V available and go with the Intelliflo, right? Does Pentair play along nicely with Hayward SWGs? Or do they all have to be the same brand?
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    First pool, looking for advice on quote for heater, SWG, and VS pump

    Thanks, will read through that link. I forgot to mention that a timer is already in place, and will be used for the SWG.
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    First pool, looking for advice on quote for heater, SWG, and VS pump

    Hi everyone First post here, but this forum has already been a great resource in terms of pictures to help with our new liner choice, and convinced us to get a SWG. We just bought a house that came with a pool, and it was in need of repairs so we decided to get mostly everything done at once...