Check list for replacing liner on 30 ft above ground pool

[linda1]

Our pool was installed May of 2010. The liner doesn't have any leaks, but has faded badly and feels stiff above the water line. I just ordered a new beaded liner. Do I need to replace skimmer and return gaskets? What about the foam cove? Anything else? Trying to get my ducks in a row even though it will probably be May before it is warm enough to think about doing this. Also, with a beaded liner, we don't need to remove the top plate and rail, right? I pray I'm right or my husband will be very unhappy with me. He isn't 100% into this project. I have grown kids and grandkids willing to help. Thanks for any advice!

 

[Bama Rambler]

I would plan on replacing the skimmer and return gaskets. I would also replace the cove if you have foam coving. IT may be fine, but they tend to get compressed over time. I would also have some good primer and a wire brush on hand just in case there's a tiny bit of corrosion on the wall.

You may have to remove the top rails, but it's very easy to remove and replace the top rails on most pools.

I'd have a couple of soft brooms on hand. They help smooth out the dry liner without damaging it.

 

[linda1]

I would plan on replacing the skimmer and return gaskets. I would also replace the cove if you have foam coving. IT may be fine, but they tend to get compressed over time. I would also have some good primer and a wire brush on hand just in case there's a tiny bit of corrosion on the wall.

You may have to remove the top rails, but it's very easy to remove and replace the top rails on most pools.

I'd have a couple of soft brooms on hand. They help smooth out the dry liner without damaging it.

Thank you!

 

[linda1]

Not starting off on a good foot. The liner I ordered came with a hole in the side of the box. My husband didn't notice it when he helped unload it. Of course with our luck the liner had two punctures. They are hard to see, but when I took a picture and cropped it you could easily see them. Company was very good about sending a return label. Fingers crossed that the replacement comes in tact.

 

[Mdragger88]

Hopefully your replacement will come soon & everything is smooth sailing!

 

[Newdude]

+1. If you were going to find it damaged. *Now* was the time. It still stinks, but not nearly as bad.

 

[Pauls234]

Hi Linda, I DIYd my liner on my 30 foot pool about 5-6 years ago with the help of this forum. And literally, did it by myself, no other helping hands.
Agree about treating rust and any seems or things like that you will want to put a bunch layers of duct tape over to ensure no sharp edges.

I watched a number of videos on youtube to get some further tips, one of which I remember was taping card board flaps to my shoes so when I walked on the sand bottom I didn't leave giant footprints. The shop-vac trick worked well too.

Here is my thread, should give you a sense of what you are in for and help in planning.

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[linda1]

Thanks Paul!

 

[hwy17]

I would replace the entire skimmer if it's a Hayward one, they don't cost a lot more than the gasket kit.

If it's Doughboy or Jacuzzi they can be harder to track down and maybe more expensive.

 

[linda1]

I would replace the entire skimmer if it's a Hayward one, they don't cost a lot more than the gasket kit.

If it's Doughboy or Jacuzzi they can be harder to track down and maybe more expensive.

What I have now is a Hayward sp1090wm. Anyone know if the sp1091wm will fit the holes the same as the 1090?

 

[hwy17]

What I have now is a Hayward sp1090wm. Anyone know if the sp1091wm will fit the holes the same as the 1090?

I am pretty sure they haven't changed the hole pattern but can't positively confirm.

 

[Casey]

Make sure there is no wind the day you change the liner.

 

[linda1]

Still haven't had warm enough weather without rain to replace liner. The grandkids got a foam maker for Christmas, so we let them fill the empty pool with foam. It was pretty interesting!! We HOPE the weather will cooperate this Saturday to get the new liner in.

 

[Casey]

Well that looks like so much fun!!!

 

[linda1]

Game plan to change liner this Saturday. Weather was to be 80's with 15% chance of rain. Now it is forecasting 90's with 25% rain. Son and grandson was to help. Grandson is down with the flu. So me and hubby both 73 with bad shoulders and 50 year old son will have to do this. Keep your fingers crossed for us! I'm extremely nervous about doing this. On a good note, we cut the liner to expose sides and left bottom to protect sand. We didn't find any rust! By the skimmer it is just dirt smudges.

 

[Decoy205]

Good luck! Sounds like you have a good plan.

 

[Pauls234]

Those walls are amazingly clean looking with their lack of rust! New liner will make your pool practically brand new. Good luck today and post back with any issues or questions you run in to.

 

[kul]

Happy Saturday. Can’t wait to see your after photos! Good luck!

 

[linda1]

Well, we have the liner in and filling with water. The bottom has a few small wrinkles, but my husband and son were to the point of needing to stop. It is extremely hot. Not sure how long it will take the water to get to the bottom of skimmer, but at least we have a break while we wait.

 

[Mdragger88]

Seems like y’all made record time! What time did u start? This gives me confidence I could do a liner change myself