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    Baqua swamp to BBB pool conversion........maybe.

    OK, Actually I'm mid conversion I think. Because I purchased the house as an estate, nobody could give me any real history of the pool. All I know is that it has been closed for at least 2 years with a mesh safety cover and by the looks of it I would be it has been a bit longer. Anyway since...
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    Baquacil in a closed pool?

    Just curious, how long does Baquacil last in a closed pool. I've purchased a swamp that's been closed at least two years. Just this past weekend I found some paperwork and a test kit relating to baquacil in the garage. I'm not sure if it was used or not. What happens to the Baqua levels in...
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    1971 In-ground, Forgotten no more.......

    I recently purchased a house with an old in-ground that has been closed up and forgotten about for a few years. I'm bringing it back to life on a budget, so there's going to be lot's of sweat equity going into this one. Follow along if you would like. Here's the plan : Remove old wood deck...
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    How does this electrical plan sound?

    Yup, more old pool rehab questions. The old wiring is pretty sketchy and corroded, not to mention definitely not up to current code. So here's my plan. Secure pressure treated 4x4 post in ground and mount Intermatic T21004R pool time/panel at the equipment pad. (about 15ft from pool) Bury 1"...
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    Check my understanding of bonding.

    I've read up here and the NEC code and I think I've got it. I'm re-decking an old in-ground liner pool with pavers. I can't see any evidence of any previous attempts at bonding on it, so I'm on my own. What I planned on doing is putting a loop around the entire pool with #8 bare copper wire...
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    Old house, Old pool----Game On!

    Here we go. I recently purchased a house with a 35,000 gallon Anthony swamp in the yard. :hammer: Just like the rest of the house ,the pool is a total fixer upper. I purchased the house from an estate, so the details are sketchy or non-existent as far as what has been done with the pool or...