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Hi Folks, I've dropped in a retrofit Century variable speed motor (EVO 2.25hp) to replace a 13yr+ old single speed motor on my Sta-Rite pump. The kit included a new impeller, diffuser, seal. The problem I've been seeing is the pump won't start by itself unless an Allen key is first inserted...

A neighbor tells me their pool service "tests" their pool by squirting reagents directly into the pool and eyeballing the color. This of course sounds super sketchy, but has anyone heard of this being a common practice as a sort of go/nogo test?

Hi All, Moved into a place which has plumbing for two separate style main pool returns (as well as one for the spa). Understood that I keep the spa turning over to keep it filled and overflowing into the pool, but would appreciate some advice about what the two main pool returns are good for...

Hi, Just moving into a property and need to drain the pool to lower the CYA level (up about 150!). The pressure side piping has a hose spigot installed. Is it acceptable to use the main pump (1hp) to drain the pool through this spigot? The skimmer valve looks like it maintains a decent seal...

Hi, Anyone have some advice on how to remove the flange mounting moly bolt studs which were drilled into the cement? I've seen some botched attempts where they just got ground down level with the cement, which proceeded to look rusted and ugly. It'd be nice to actually remove them (or most of...