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Well, Im still pretty new at all things BBB but I do feel like I have a decent understanding. I just opened my pool up today and found that I have a mess. Im adding water as quick as possible so that I can start skimming but for the moment, I have my vacuum hose going straight to my intake...

I never did sink the 4x4's in the ground... because the more I pondered over it, the more my idea was flawed. There is no way possible for the rod to turn inside of the 4x4.. Im sure it would bind up. There has to be some sort of bearing system involved. I havent ruled the pillow block...

Thanks for the replies folks! :-D All these are great ideas really... and I will probably be using a little of everybody's thoughts... 1. I think I will add a battery operated alarm to the interior door so that I know when someone goes in or out. 2. Also, will probably change the deadbolt...

Hey folks. This is my official first full season with my pool and as of today, I now have a deck that allows easy access to my pool from my back door of my home. Basically, I can go out my back door, onto my deck and walk straight down the steps into the pool. Wonderful really... but here is...

Hey folks. Ive been reading this forum almost daily for a long time now... but I try not to post very much. Anyhoo, I just got back from a 7 day absence from my pool and everything was 100% fine! :-D Due to all of the information here at TFP. Before I left, I dumped in exactly enough...

would a hole in the hose cause this problem? I had something similar happen last year and it turned out that it was a small defect in my vacuum hose. It had a hole in it near the end. Now if I put the "hole end" of the hose near the bottom of the pool instead of the skimmer, it does not...

Hello Dan, I wish I could give you some wonderful advice, but I am just a newb. (only had my pool for a short while) It seems that you have algae but your numbers that you posted do not indicate that at all. While you are waiting for an expert to post, I figured that I would say hello, since...

Hello folks. I have often wondered about what in the water makes your eyes "cloudy". Do you think its the chlorine or is it just being under water? My eyes don't sting or hurt and my Chlorine and PH levels are fine. Ive always noticed that after I swim a lot underwater with my eyes open...

nice indeed! Great job with the water... its very clear. :-D

It really looks nice. Great job! :P

I had some issues last year when my pool was first installed. 18x33 above ground. Long story but at one time, I had to have a new liner installed and it was still fairly wet around the work area.... when they installed the liner, it had sand, pebbles, all sorts of stuff between the liner and...

There is no doubt what I would do if I could get a "do over". I would have purchased an 8 mil clear solar cover instead of the 12. I couldnt imagine trying to use a 16 mil on any sort of reel. Now that I have the 12, I wish I purchased the 8. Anyway, live and learn I suppose.

Erm, Im just guessing that deflection is the same basic thing as 'bowing'. Loaded, it sags a good bit but holds together fine. Without the cover on the rod, its fairly straight with minor amount of bowing in it. There again, Im not really sure if that answers your question. :oops...

Ty for the info! I wasnt 100% sure of my understanding about the cya/chlorine chart. The stickies are a wonderful tool here. Thanks mods/admins for maintaining a great website.

Thanks for the thoughts Bob! I would rather use a bearing of some sort ... I just dont have access to a welder etc. The binding issue will probably hinder me... you are most likely right on the money there. I just wish I knew of some way to make this with 4x4's and the rigid conduit that I...

I dug up my old post from exactly two weeks ago... (instead of making a whole new one) Anyways, my pool is really looking good. Nice and sparkly water. :-D I feel like Ive got a handle on what all needs to be done... but plz doublecheck me. PH 7.6 FC 2 CC 0 TC 2 CYA 40 TA...

I have agonized over the solar cover reel. I have purchased 1inch rigid conduit. (2 ten ft pieces and coupled in the middle). After I coupled the 2 pieces together, I noticed that is was evident that once the cover was on, it would bow in the middle due to the weight of the cover. (its a 12...

I have a co-worker that has a pool the same size as mine. (18x33) agp. I have a solar cover and he does not. His pool also gets full sunlight every day. To make a long story short, my pool is warmer than his due to my solar cover. I have a 12 mil clear one. I read somewhere that the...

Thats awesome.... in several different ways. This was your first post! (welcome to the forums!) Its awesome that you were able to sort your swamp out and never even post the first time. That to me shows just how much information is actually already in these forum topics. The fact that you...

Hi Alli, I am also a rookie at the pool stuff! But I can tell you for sure that you have come to the right place. These people know their stuff! Ive lurked around the forums for quite awhile and just recently registered. Ive read several "stories" about people having a tough time with the...

wow, thanks for the imput guys! Its a huge help and relief... I feel like Im starting to understand how water chemistry works!

FIRST... a big thank you to Dave! I ordered a kit just a little over 24 hours ago and I received my kit earlier today! Great job! Ok.. here are my numbers: PH 7.8 FC 11.5 CC .5 TC 12 TA 160 CYA 25 The kit seemed easy enough to use and I can follow directions just as good as the next...

Thanks for the info guys! Im glad I asked for your imput because looking at the Pool Store's info, I would have basically put enough bleach in the pool to get to about 4 intead of shocking to 15. According to the calculator, I am looking about 3 gallons... no biggie there. Im taking this...

I just ordered a good test kit but until it comes in, I will rely on the pool store's info. My water is clear at the moment but now is the time to make sure everything is good. FC .2 TC 2.1 CC 1.9 TA 145 PH 8 CH 78 vinyl liner so I think Im ok CYA 10 I just filled the pool up about...

Thanks for the kind words. I am getting ready to order one of the test kits from DurRaleigh today! I saw that he is less than an hour away from my location. (probably will still get it shipped tho.) Ive dropped some cash over the last few days (steps, solar cover, various chemicals...

Hi folks. I have lurked around the forums for quite awhile now. Recently, I registered so that I could use the "search" option. This forum is a must-have link for any pool owner!!! Its amazing the amount of knowlege that is here. I can't say that this is all completely foreign to me because...