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So I have an s-200 sand filter paired with a pentair vs pump. I have a mysterious problem where flow is gradually reduced, and the power consumption @3000rpm drops from 1300 to 1170. Now the flow present at 1170W is closer to what its at around 400W. Now I would think to look at either a suction...

Thanks, I'm located in NY however. I really had bad luck with this contractor. My family made the decision to go with this contractor based on projected build time. My experience has been that these people shamelessly miss appointments, and have no consideration for their customers. Our family...

Hi everyone, I'm desperately seeking advise about my pool liner situation. I had a new liner installed in May. The experience was riddled with problems from the get go. The contract stated the work would be done in a week. The guy didn't arrive with the liner until 1 month later. The liner...

Unfortunately the bike inner tube and clamp method wasn't successful. I can't tell if it's slowed down or not. Moisture can be felt at the bottom of the inner tube, but no wet spot on the concrete. There are a variety of epoxies and pvc primer/cement that might work. Online I found this multi...

Just checked the crack it's definitely hairline but runs to the threaded connection like everyone thought. Most likely from a tech overtightening. I think the best option is the pvc primer followed up by the rubber and clamp fix you mentioned. I found an older thread with the same crack foxed...

I'll give it a try. I finially have some use for those worn inner tubes. I hope it doesn't turn out as ugly as I think it's going to :) I will post back an update. Thanks

Oddly the crack doesn't reach to where the return gets screwed in. Its a super small crack that is as thin as hair and as small as a nickel. It was hard to get a picture after work, Sorry. The info you guys posted is exactly what I was looking for. Though I know nothing about plastic weld and...

Hi, I have a hayward multiport with a small crack just above the threaded return on the multiport. The crack drips extremely slowly at slow speeds, and drips slowly even at faster speeds. I was looking for advise on what product I can use to seal it with. I'm thinking a liquid epoxy is best. I...

I think danpik explained it well. The top nut where the union is tightened relies on an o-ring. Many times thats all that needs to be reseated or replaced. Since you mentioned you isolated the leak where it threads in you have to unthread, clean, reseal, and re-tighten. Do make sure thats where...

Casey is right, SWG is the way to go for easy chlorination, no way around the upfront cost though.

Bump if anyone has installed a new safety cover in the last few years, please share your experience

Hello, I'm looking for a replacemebt safety cover for my pool. Pool guys are interested in selling me the loop loc super dense mesh, or loop loc solid. The difference in price is only $300-400. It's really what works best. A quick call to loop loc revealed their super dense mesh blocks 97%...

Hi, I'm considering solar also. I did a bit of research and saw gas is meant for fast heating on weekends. As you are aware gas prices are not cheap, and considering you have a vsp you can dial the speed to consume less energy. Assuming you have an automation sustem (i think you do), it should...

I believe 3/4HP or 1HP is plenty for your pool but do multiply the sf and hp together to find the true horsepower needed for a direct replacement. Here is a link explaining why it matters How To Understand True Pump Horsepower - Up Rated vs Full Rated - INYOPools.com The only time you would...

discount was definitely recommending the RJ over the Si claiming it's more durable, and has a feature rich control unit. The manuals indicated they are the same, except for the avg. salinity button on the RJ, and the si has a bulkier closed panel box that I thought would be durable. The SJs...

Thanks nx240, your advise is always appreciated. If you had the option of a smaller hayward system or a new circupool system, would you still go with the circupool? I think hayward covers everything in full for 3 years, and if their common source of faliure has been fixed as the post here...

Any update on the fuse issues? I just placed an order on the SI30. But the prices on amazon for RJ30, and hayward aquarite 30 are similar. If these circupool models are really unreliable, I'm really leaning towards cancelling my order and going with the hayward.

I got the si-30. I hope it's easy to setup and use. I have to power it continuously and rely on the flow meter. I saw a couple posts about load sensing relays on the forum but it seems to involved for me. I may be able to put the swg on a timer if I move the wires around.

so a pool my size you recommend the si30? Is that my best option I think I saw it for $620. It's incredible they have all these solutions and methods for chlorination and I haven't found anything I like. The winters are rough on equipment, and winterizing is already an involved long process...

Bump. I have to make my decision soon. Most feel strongly about swg, but I haven't seen any estimates on costs, if it will work with low speed pumps, and if these budget systems are reliable. I'm being offered a free install, due to the other work being done for me.

You're right I forgot to mention my reason for changing. When running at high speeds I get a leak from the chlorinator lid. If I tighten it a lot, no leaks. I went through 2 gasket and spent 2 hours on this issue last year. Once I open it to add tablets I cant get the lid on leak free. I've...

Hi thanks for the replies everyone. Well I was lucky enough to have a chat with a cmp cs rep that talked to me about the chlorinators. It was mentioned that most chlorinators don't work well at low flow rates. CMP is redisgning a part that improves chlorination low flow application (few months...

I have a basic kit, I will be getting the TF100 kit this year once I have the liner and add some water. The reviews on amazon indicated the low speed issues. I know little about water flow designs in chlorinators. The rainbow 320 uses a hose while the cmp is all internal. The cmp has reviews...

Hi guys and gals, I sat down and considered my chlorination options. I think I want to stick to the traditional method that has worked well for me: use a chlorinator and add bleach every night. The cost for chlorination compared to a swg is about half using the traditional method, and though it...

Scooperhsd gave you some great advise. I ran into the same issue last season. If you replaced it yourself last time and it wasn't rusted/difficult, I would do it again. I ended up buying a new pump because of the free install and cash back. I don't regret the decision, but a smaller pump is...

If anyone wants pictures of the 2016 loop loc liners in a sink let me know and I'l post it here. I also have pics loop loc sent me of the new liners jnstalled in pools, which I can pm a link to. I'm actually in favor of the black platinum onyx liner. It feels very durable, has a great shine...

Hi, thanks for the update. The link I referenced has all the info like plastimayd buying VYNALL. Latham is a big brand, with lots of experience, and guaranteed fast liners around the country. Their products look great, CS good, distribution seems poor in my area.

Hello, I'm in the process of choosing a new pool liner. I called in some estimates and quickly realized I was getting a lot of contradictory information. First was thickness, 20 mil vs 27 mil vs 28 mil. Most advocated for thinner over thicker because it's easier to work with, "less likely to pop...

I don't know, they really are a bad design. I'm going to switch to a pentair chlorinator or forgo any chlorination device and add straight pipe. So far i have 2 slip joint pliers on opposite ends that I jerk to get loose. I got so frustrated I used rubberbands and zip ties to keep one of the...

Sorry for any confusion, I've updated my sig, and corrected the double post. No AGP here. Looks like I will be investing in some chanellock pliers to close my pool this year. If the union on the chlorinator breaks Ill get a newer feeder or a swg. Awaiting conformation that a worn vinyl pool...