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  1. Bluegrassman

    IG Pool with waterfall+safety cover installation questions

    Hey guys and gals. I have a question about safety cover installations. I have a waterfall in about the middle of one side, slightly closer to deep end, and my safety cover was installed recently. There are 2 loose/unused straps by the waterfall (1 each end). These straps are different from the...
  2. Bluegrassman

    Pool Calculator Update?

    Anyone know or still have a contact within pSIFlow Technology Inc? Would like to recommend an update to the calculator to account for the new 8.25% concentrated bleach. This is not currently an option in the "Effects of adding chemicals" section at the bottom. I sent an email to them. Will...
  3. Bluegrassman

    Vacuum head question

    Searched for this and only found one thread with limited posts so thought I'd ask anyway: Gunite pool style roller vacuum: OK to use with Vinyl liner IG pool? Google searching has turned up mixed responses. I used one on a concrete pool for years, and it amazes me how darn slow it is to use the...
  4. Bluegrassman

    Solar blanket plus SWCG Lesson Learned

    Hope this is the right place to post this. Just wanted to share my experience. Due to my hectic life and work schedule, I'm not always able to check my pool as often as I would like, so I try to keep my FC slightly elevated (4-5 ppm). However, following BBB advice I have managed to keep crystal...
  5. Bluegrassman

    Doggie life jacket

    Does anyone have a suggestion for a good life jacket for my dog. I have a Boston Terrier that weighs 25 lbs. We have tried both a small and medium jacket from Outward Hound, and neither fits well or keeps his face out of the water. He LOVES getting in the pool, and can swim without one, but just...
  6. Bluegrassman

    Change diving board?

    Our pool came with a standard 6 ft diving board. My kids have noted several times that it has nearly no spring to it like "grandma and grandpa's pool had" Can it be swapped for an 8 ft board? I realize this would mean the board would hang over the water an additional 2 ft, but I must say I'm...
  7. Bluegrassman

    Taylor salt test vs Easy touch

    Hey everybody. I understand from reading this site that a +/- 400 result is the norm. Here's my situation: Easy Touch panel says 3050 ppm Taylor salt test shows 3800 ppm My water temp is 74 today Which is likely to be closer to correct? Trying to decide whether to add a little more salt or not...
  8. Bluegrassman

    Epoxy sealer for wood deck?

    Hey guys and gals. I read a post a while back that had a link to an Epoxy sealer for wood decks. It came in quite a few colors and had a texture finish. For the life of me I can't find the link now. And searching didn't turn anything up. Anybody that can help me out? Thanks in advance! Sent...
  9. Bluegrassman

    Need To Reset Pentair Intelliflo

    Can anyone tell me how to clear alarms on the intellflo? While I was at work today my electrician came out and added some breakers. Prior to doing so he shut the power off to the Easy Touch panel. Once powered on again, the pump is flashing the red alarm light, and shows power failure. I've...
  10. Bluegrassman

    Easy Touch, Intelliflo, and IC40

    The more I read, the more confused I get. Need advice on wiring this up. I'm seeing 2 different recommendations. Do Intelliflo and IC40 wire direct to breaker, or to the filter pump relay? If to the relay, what is the proper wiring from breaker to relay and relay to equipment? Thanks in...
  11. Bluegrassman

    Algae Prevention Without Circulation

    Hi folks. My new, unfinished pool is trying to have an algae bloom. For various reasons, it is only roughly 65% filled, and uncirculated. We're probably 2 weeks away from having it full and circulating, and the temps are warming up. Tonight I added 6 quarts of 6% bleach (mixing 1 quart at a...
  12. Bluegrassman

    Need Equipment Pad Idea

    Ok guys and gals. I need ideas quick! We have our equipment pad poured 4x8. I am looking for a nice way of mounting the EasyTouch and any other assorted breakers, etc. One idea is pouring or blocking up a wall on side or rear of pad. Any other ideas? Hope to be doing this in the next couple of...
  13. Bluegrassman

    Our dig began today!

    So glad to finally see the work begin. Although it has unfortunately turned very cold and does not feel anything like pool time. I'll update pics as the work progresses each day. Sent From My Inspire 4G Using Tapatalk
  14. Bluegrassman

    Waterway pump/motor

    Our PB says they only use Waterway. Any opinions on this brand? Sent From My Inspire 4G Using Tapatalk
  15. Bluegrassman

    Safety cover question

    Kind of a poll I guess. We can't decide which to get. What is the most popular color? Green or blue? Sent From My Inspire 4G Using Tapatalk
  16. Bluegrassman

    Another noob here

    Hello all. I'm loving this forum. We are breaking ground on an 18x36 vinyl IG pool within the next couple of weeks. For now I'm spending my extra time reading all the great info here and imagining our future backyard paradise. I will post updates and pics as I we progress. For now, the...