hayward skimmer

  1. L

    Wait time for through wall skimmer on new pool

    I set up my new pool (Intex 26x52 with Doheny 24”, 1.5 hp sand filter) up a couple of weeks ago and I’m wanting to install my Hayward skimmer on it. My skimmer was used on the pool and I bought it used with skimmer already attached. Do I need to wait a certain amount of time for liner to...
  2. dBsooner

    Filter Pressure Rise After Upgrade to Hayward Skimmer

    Question for you all that have done the upgrade to a Hayward skimmer, but kept the standard 12" sand filter and pump. I did this conversion a week or so ago now and immediately upon flipping on the pump post-conversion my pressure was about 20% higher. For those that have switched to a skimmer...
  3. Tinkertoy721

    Hayward Skimmer Cracked

    Hi! Opened up to a nearly crystal clear pool again but quickly noticed that my Hayward skimmer is badly cracked and needs to be replaced. We are not the original purchasers of this pool so I have no clue what style it is. It really looks like it isnt a standard wide mouth but has a wide mouth...
  4. A

    Attaching Hayward skimmer to intex ultra 18 x 52 pool - plumbing question

    Hi everyone. I’m trying to figure out the best way to attach the Hayward skimmer to my intex piping. I have the conversion kit from Game and a threaded ball joint valve. My pool has two inlets going to the pump. Do I want to close one of these with the black plug (and glue?) they provide or...