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    Jandy Valve Actuator - Old vs New

    I have what appears to be a older Jandy valve actuator. I replaced all my plumbing and added new Jandy valves. The new valves have a slightly smaller grooved post where the actuator slides into the valve post. I don't have the old Jandy valves so I cannot use their post/parts. Do I know have...
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    Pool Renovation - Contractor Problems

    My pool renovation is almost complete but I'm very concerned about the final stages given my contractors response to some issues. I've basically built a new pool aside from the existing concrete shell. The contractor installed the coping, a pre-cast made by Pacific Stone and then the tile. I...
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    New Skimmer Question

    We are completely renovating our pool and installed two new Pentair skimmers. They installed the tile and the base of skimmers intake opening is approximately 2-3" below the bottom of tile line. Basically, the tile is downsloped into the skimmer. My contractor said this is normal but I've...
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    Jandy Aqualink Z4 or Hayward OnCommand?

    I've settled on two automation systems with smartphone control. Anyone recommendations/issues for either? The pool has a Pentair Intelliflo VS pump, Sta-Rite SR333 heater, and I will be installing two Jandy automation valves.
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    Need Help Choosing Automation System - StaRite SR333 Heater

    I'm helping my neighbor choose an automation system. He has a simple setup: Pentair Intelliflo VS StaRite SR33 Heater We are going to add a Jandy valve actuator. I have an Jandy Aqualink RS and will be upgrading to the iAqualink 2.0. Is there a cheaper or simpler automation system out there...
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    Jandy Aqualink RS6 - Wired All Button Remote Issue

    I have a Jandy AquaLink RS6 wired all button remote that has stopped working. Everything else with Aqualink RS is working correctly, including the daily pump schedule. The remote operated properly for several years and then started to randomly turn on and off (all lights would engage on the...
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    Pentair Whisperflow to Intelliflo VS

    I have a Pentair Whisperflo pump. Previously, I swapped the one speed motor out for a two speed. I just purchased a new Pentair Intelliflo VS. To avoid replumbing, can I follow the same process and use the new Intelliflo motor/impeller with the old pump/housing?
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    Coping Replacement

    I've got a concrete decking, brick coping, and older pebbletech. The pebbltech and tile are in good condition. I'm going to replace the decking with pavers and coping with a precast concrete. My contractor stated that if we repalce the coping, he would have to replace the tile and pebbletech...
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    Raypack 407A

    I have a Raypack 407A heater that will fire up and run for a few minutes then it stops and displays FAN. Then it does not restart unless by physically turning on/off or by using my control system. Both methods fire up the heater for a few minutes and then same result as above. It is grounded...
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    Need 2 SWG's

    I have one Aqua Rite Electronic Chlorine Generator with a Hayward T-Cell 15. My pool is 52,000 gallons and now that summer has arrived, I don't believe the unit can generate enough chlorine based upon testing. I only see one port on the genertor to T-Cell cable. Am I correct in assuming that...
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    Mustard Algea? Large Pool

    I have clear water with a green Algea that appears only on walls and brushes off. Based upon reading, I'm assuming it's mustard Algea. Pool is 80 degrees, PH was high and FC/CYA were low which I have corrected. I have a single 40,000 gallon SWG that obviously can't keep up with current run...
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    New Pump / Pool Cleaner - Variable Speed or 2 Speed

    Hello Everyone, I just purchased a home with a large pool. Existing equipment is in my signature. I have read through many posts but appears that best thing to do is create my own and get some personalized feedback. 1. Replace my existing Pentair Whisperflo 1.5HP pump with a Pentair VS or...