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Hey everyone haven't been around much simply because the tub has been working great and we have just been enjoying it. Unfortunately now I have 2 issues. First pump #2 is no longer working. When I press the #2 jets on the CP it clicks like the pump is turning on I hear a hum for about 5...

Porch is now 99% done some minor trim left to put up that I should be able to do in the next day or so but otherwise it’s basically finished The ceiling was a massive amount of work every board was cut and nailed in place. It took me two weeks to get it done working evenings and weekends with...

So far we are loving our Nordic encore so tub but we both feel that we could use a headrest/pillow at times for certain spots in the tub. Anyone have any suggestions on what to get? I see plenty of bath tub pillows and what not on Amazon but not sure if they are appropriate for a hot tub or...

Opened the cover this am to find this spot. Tub is set to about 100 and runs filters twice a day. Water chem has been fine just needing adjustments for bromine each day til I get it dialed in Is this a major concern and any special way to clean it?

So we have noticed two things we need to address and I would like some suggestions on mats we should get for two areas. First under our steps. We have the normal plastic steps and they are on our composite decking and we have noticed the steps slide when getting out so we need something under...

So I am moving a hot tub long distance on Sat. We will have help at the pick up spot and will be putting it on a trailer. It will be covered in a tarp wrapped in shrink wrap and of course strapped down to the trailer with multiple straps. At home is where I have to get creative. Once we...

Seller of my new tub is encouraging bromine usage vs chlorine. She gave me this procedure. 1.Flush with system flush if desired and drain, clean with non abrasive cleaner and soft rag. I usually used just plain white vinegar to clean and a cotton rag. 2. Fill and test your water to know the ph...

Hudson Bay XP29 It is 4 years old 6 person tub with 29 jets can be seen on HD/Lowes etc. It is a 110V model but can be converted to 220 (no idea how to do that or the cost but it can be done). We are ok with it either way as we will be running a new electrical line anyway. We have recently...

Thinking about getting one. Were turning our deck into a screened porch and may add a hot tub. What do I need to know? What kind of support would we need under the deck? Are we better off placing it on the ground etc? TIA

Long time since I have been here but now I am back. So we have a 27' round ABG pool with a hayward sand filter and pump (good sized I forget the model though). Also have a salt unit. Pool has been sitting dormant for 3 years (sadly uncovered) so it is a train wreck. I already know from...

Hey guys due to not covering it for the winter and having several branches fall in the pool during storms and a frog breeding pond going on I decided to drain, clean, and refill my pool. Liner is 1 year old (had it replaced last year due to a tear). I drained it with a pump overnight and at...

"Self Contained" Cleaner/Vac for 27' ABG? Looking for a suggestion (and a quick one at that) to get the sludge/slime from the bottom of our pool. We did a big no-no and did not cover for the winter and have been paying the price trying to get it straight. We decided to drain it and clean the...

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Odd question I know but here is why I am asking. The wife wants to get the kids an inflatable toy that needs a hose hook up to it for the water to shoot out the top. Well our hose is a decent distance from the pool and I was thinking that instead of having to lug out 100 feet of hose to use...

Well it appears I have too much salt in the pool and need to get it lower. Test strip shows about 6000ppm :shock: Obviously I have to partially drain and refill the pool -- is there any way to determine how much or just so 1/4 or so and go from there? All other levels are on the money...

My Compupool arrives today and I am not sure which way the cell should be installed. I'll be doing it myself but the installer who put in my pool last week swears it should go vertically (i.e. up and down). Looking around I have found one forum member who had theirs installed horizontally. I...

Got my steps in and they seem pretty good but like everyone else they float like mad! I am planning on going with the famous Anna PVC pipe weights. My question to you owners is how many "PVC pipe weights" did you use and where did you place them? Thanks Greg

I got to thinking last night as I was starting up the pump and filter and checking for leaks in the pipe etc. Should I have added a "T" to the suction line with a cap in order to use it for vacuuming the pool or should I simply stick with one of those "covers" that go on the skimmer and allows...

So we just got our 27' round AGP up and going and I finished the electrical last night and got the filter and pump running. What a difference a good quality pump makes ... unbelievable. I was running an old 1HP Hayward power flo pump on an 18' Intex and it did pretty well, flow was good and it...

Got the electrical done when I got home and fired up the system. After about 2-3 hours of circulation at full speed on the 1HP Hayward Matrix 2 speed pump I gave her a test: FC = 0 (expected of course) pH = 7.5 (nice start) T/A = 30 (not bad but could be better) CH = 50 (that'll work but...

Ok so I have spent the last few hours reading up on bonding here and need to inquire what I should do as far as my setup goes. We just had a 27' Round AGP put in and it is now full and I will finish the electrical tonight and hopefully fire up the pump and filter (all plumbing is done). The...

So now that we have this new monster in our backyard I was wondering what type of toys you guys all enjoy in your pool (other than the beer and the ladies :wink: ) Bear in mind we have an 8 year old and a 10 year old Greg

I know with things like pumps you typically want to look at Pentair, Hayward etc Covers -- anyone make a better one over the other or does it matter at all? Greg

It's official now the installer showed this AM, currently tearing up the yard with Bobcat!! Below is a basic timeline of events. Setup: 27' Round AGP - Artesian Sandstone model (according to research it is made by Lomart) Widemouth skimmer Beaded patterned liner from my installer Hayward...

Pool shop wants $20 per 50lb bag (I need 300lbs worth) ... that sure seems high to me. Anything else I can try to get elsewhere for less ... maybe HD, Lowes, or Wal-Mart? Greg

Going to make a short (perhaps 10 feet long) 3' wide walkway from the deck to the pool with some 12-16" wide pavers from HD or Lowes etc. I obviously need to dig down to make a nice flat level surface but I don't need to go too far down with it. Is there a simple way to do this as I would...

I have chance to buy a new solar cover locally for $25. Problem is my pool is 27' round and the cover is for a 28' round ... would this "extra" amount be a real problem? Would it be a problem if I decided later to get a reel for the cover also? Greg

So based on Jason's suggestion in my other thread I am looking for a 1HP 2 Speed Full Rated pump to go with a Hayward S244T. Well I need one that is for an Above Ground Pool (several for In Grounders) AND most importantly for 115V (they all seem to be 230V). Do these exist or are my Google...

Based on input in the Pump area of the forum it was suggested to me to go with a larger Sand filter and better pump for my 27' Round AGP (52" deep) 2" PVC has been laid down and buried each line is about 50 feet long with 4 90 degree elbows. It was suggested to use a 1HP 2 speed pump and 300lb...

I decided to do some digging about the filter that came with my used 27' round AGP and seems that it is only rated for a Max Pool Size of 12,000 gallons. Well my pool is just under 20k looks like this is going to be too small ... is that right? It's what came with it when I picked it up. I do...