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  1. CT-Steven

    Intex Intake Measurement

    We are upgrading our 9x18 to a 12x24 and I was hoping I could utilize my existing 1.5" PVC hard piping. Can someone please measure center to center on their 12x24 intakes. Would be appreciated :)
  2. CT-Steven

    Intex Pool Fountain

    I figured I would post this separately so others can see how I connected it to my 1.5" hard pipe system. It has been setup now for 3 years (only taking it inside for winter) with zero issues. We are upgrading next year to an Intex 12x24. Current equipment used is in my signature. The Hayward...
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    Hayward Pump Electrical Connection

    The power cable coming off my Hayward Pump currently lays across a 3-foot grass strip to the power outlet. The issue is it is a tripping hazard not to mention I have to unplug it every time I mow. I was thinking about burying a 2-inch conduit just to pass the cord through and waterproofing it...
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    One end sunk over 3 inches

    So, our 9x18 Intex pool has been up year-round for the last 3 years with no issues. At the end of the season last year, I noticed the water on one side went up over 3 inches. I figured somewhere the ground had sunk so I disassembled the pool, packed it all up and left the project for this...
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    New nightmare

    I have had my Intex pool up now for 3 seasons, staying up year-round. Zero issues. Sometime this week out of no wear one side of the pool seems to have sunk a good 3 inches (it was roughly off by less than an inch). The corner pieces fell out and the (2) legs on the end are now near vertical...
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    Speakers

    Looking to see what others are using. Primarily looking for a pair of outdoor, Bluetooth, wall or ceiling mounted speakers that have decent sound. Can be either 120v or low voltage.
  7. CT-Steven

    Closing Time...

    Well not yet, but the time will come... I am always looking to build a better mouse trap and was wondering if anyone has tried using these to hold down their cover? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BFFCUSY/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=A2N4TBFK7GHT5D&psc=1
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    Pump Pressure

    When running normally my pump is around 12psi. When I connect the bot to my return, I have to turn back the flow rate and turn on the fountain, else the bot becomes an airplane. When I do this the pressure is just under 20psi. Just want to make sure the Hayward pump can handle this pressure...
  9. CT-Steven

    Union Leaking

    So, my pump "locked up" and I had to take apart the plumbing to remove the pump so I could fix it. When I put everything back together the pumps housing's union (connection from sand filter to pump) leaked like a sieve. I tried to tighten the union nut but just as it goes to tighten it slips...
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    Almost had an Electrical Fire

    Ok, this is a post as a warning to others... After I moved my pump as I wanted to re-plumb the system, the electrical cord came up 6 inches short of where my outlet was. I was unable to move the electric as I was already at the 10-foot mark. So, my thought was to just replace the electrical...
  11. CT-Steven

    Pump's Electrical cord

    Well, I ended up moving my pump a closer to my pool but further from its outlet. Now the cord just lies across the ground up to the GFI outlet. Is there/can I bury some sort of conduit/trench that the cord will pass through under ground so that I do not have to unplug it each time I mow...
  12. CT-Steven

    Replumbed my Intex Pool

    Well, mostly due to cowboycasey pointing out last year my use of DWV PVC fittings (yes, I know my return STILL has 2 pieces), I started piecing together a new plumbing setup using standard Hayward Intakes and return fittings and completely eliminating the Intex parts and finally had a chance to...
  13. CT-Steven

    Bot for an Intex

    Really prefer to go electric and was looking at the Dolphin E10 but all I have found about using the 2 together and people posting the same question I have. Hopefully more time has passed and there is an answer to this?
  14. CT-Steven

    NEW PVC Plumbing

    Well, I am on year 3 and decided to redo my PVC lines as I learned a bit after my first go-round (used DWV) and although I had no issues, I want to head off any potential ones as well as relocate my pump and filter and replace the 2 flex-hoses. I am hoping to move the pump about 3-4 feet away...
  15. CT-Steven

    Water Tech Volt FX-4Li Vacuum

    I only have a basic catch bag and it can not filter things like dead algae at the bottom of the pool as it just gets agitated and sent back into the pool. Outside of spending $30 on a multi layer filter bag, is there any DIY method that will work?
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    Anodes?

    Was wondering if I should add a Zink anode weight or ball in the Hayward leaf basket?
  17. CT-Steven

    Cleaning the top porting of an Intex pool liner

    I am looking for something that I can clean the upper half of the liner (parts that wrap around the horizontal support poles) from the dirt and grim that wont have a big impact on the water's chemistry. I have a mit, just looking for what type of cleaner to use... Below the water line seems...
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    Intex vs hayward

    Really want a little bot for my little pool and am tossed between the Hayward Wanda the Whale and the Index ZX300. My main concern is the way the Intex pool's edges are concaved vs vertical as in most pools. I am not worried a the intake vs return connection and more than likely this little...
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    Intakes

    I am thinking about changing my intakes from these: https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/519EemnE%2BxL._AC_SX466_.jpg To the combination of: https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/617x2hT%2B4vL.__AC_SY300_SX300_QL70_FMwebp_.jpg and...
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    Pressure gauge relocation

    I am hoping to build a small deck for my pool and probably will be relocating the filtration system under it. I normally check the pressure gauge when I walk past the system. If I put it under the deck, it is out of sight and will most likely become out of mind. I was thinking maybe...
  21. CT-Steven

    Which one...

    Ok, this year has been a year of upgrades and looking now for a bot to help with the cleaning (kids, muddy feet, grass...) I think I am at an impasse on a Hayward Auqua Critter or a Intex ZX300 That is unless someone has a better suggestion at this price point? It is a small pool so I can not...
  22. CT-Steven

    GFCI Electrical Change

    I wanted to change the GFCI location making the outlet "standard" and change the circuit's breaker to GFCI. Any reason this might be an issue or cause problems?
  23. CT-Steven

    Skimmers

    Does anyone know of or can link to a skimmer for an AGP that is thinner then the normal ones?
  24. CT-Steven

    Intex - Hayward - PVC (Hybrid System)

    Because you can not have enough Intex conversion builds... Well after a few set backs, I have the majority of the system plumbed and it is up and running. I included what I used for the intakes as that seems to be a prevalent question. Yes, very over priced but they are standard 1.5". The...
  25. CT-Steven

    Bigger?

    Ok I have a measly 9x18 Intex. What if I put a 1.5hp Hayward and 21 inch filter on it? Will the pool handle it? I am already fully plumbed with 1.5" PVC and a 1 inch outlet.
  26. CT-Steven

    Intex Fountain Plumbed

    I probably should have used a 23 degree fitting vs the 45 that is used just to smooth out the transition.
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    Pool Cuffs

    I was watching video's of my son in the pool and the amount of movement the walls had and was starting to think that the hard plumbing all the way might not be the perfect solution. What I came up with was what if I used a 1.5" pool cuff allowing me to put a little flexibility to the...
  28. CT-Steven

    Intex landscaping

    I have looked around and saw some Intex landscaping threads and some picture on the internet. But they all seem to be of the round pool variant where you can wrap edging around the pool to keep materials off of the vinyl. With the rectangle style I don't have this option. I was going to use...
  29. CT-Steven

    Pump Choice

    I am torn between which pump I should get... Hayward W3SP15922S (1hp 2 speed) or Hayward W3SP15932S (1.5hp 2 speed) Coupled to an 18" ProSeries Sand Filter and Intex SWG. I know I have a small pool to begin with... Everything is 1.5" plumbing... Will be adding a fountain and water fall...
  30. CT-Steven

    Infusion Venturi

    Has anyone tried a infusion Venturi return on an Intex or other setup? https://www.infusionpool.com/our-products/ I am thinking on trying one. But not sure if the VRFTH or VRFTHF wll screw all the way into a Hayward SP1023 1-1/2-Inch FIP Inlet Return Fitting...