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    Filter sand in the pool?

    The base on my filter has cracked on the pool side and the filter is titled about 15 degrees toward the pool. I bought this pool from a friend who couldn't figure out how to maintain it and was tired paying $500 a month to a pool company to take care of it. Since he's seen it under my care...
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    Filter and Stairs

    I guess this is the appropriate thread for this post. I have a couple of questions: 1. I have a 19 inch (diameter) sand filter. I'm thinking of upgrading to a larger size. With my pool specs what would be a proper sized filter? And is my pump too big? 2. I recently installed Ocean Blue...
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    Winter Pill

    Thanks guys. Yeah, don't trust reviews on seller's web sites either. That's why I came here, knew I'd get the straight answers. I've been using the BBB method for three years now, never let my FC get below 5 (keep it between 5-8). Never have to shock, always have crystal clear blue water...
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    Winter Pill

    I've been reading about "Winter Pills". Has anyone used this and how well did it work? I've read some good reviews on the manufacturer's web sites. Jim Isom 19,500gal, 30ft AGP. 1 1/2 HP pump, 19in sand filter, flex hose connections central Arkansas.