Absolutely. I think some can have that god complex but most are just trying to ensure there’s no real safety issues.
Fingers crossed I get the same one.
Fingers crossed I get the same one.
Decoy’s Above Ground Pool Saga
- Thread starter Decoy205
- Start date
Gonna try and get the drill bit outta the bottom
Step and make weights for the ladder today.
Question: if I drill a 3/4” hole in the bottom of the ladder step to get it out, is it important that I close the hole up? The ladder steps have holes all over them I guess to let them fill and drain as you use it.
If so I was thinking buy a plastic plug from the store and just plug it Kinda like a piggy bank.
I’m thinking it’s not that critical since there are already many holes in the steps.
Step and make weights for the ladder today.
Question: if I drill a 3/4” hole in the bottom of the ladder step to get it out, is it important that I close the hole up? The ladder steps have holes all over them I guess to let them fill and drain as you use it.
If so I was thinking buy a plastic plug from the store and just plug it Kinda like a piggy bank.
I’m thinking it’s not that critical since there are already many holes in the steps.
JoeSelf
Gold Supporter
Leave the hole, easier to put chlorine in the bigger hole. Faster draining on the way out too.
- Jun 1, 2018
- 16,019
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
In that case should be easy to get out the piece of that bit. I have a 1” hole bit so I’ll just use that make a hole fish out the bit and call it good.
I made all the holes in my steps bigger. Once a week, I shut the pump off, fill a turkey baster with chlorine, and give every step a shot. Then I re-fire the pump after a few minutes and "let the circulation begin." Easy-peasey, and any unneeded chlorine goes right back into the mix. My wife calls it our pool's weekly booster shot! 
Today is party day! Spent about 3 hours yesterday trying to figure out how to weigh down the ladder without putting sand in the legs.
My quick solution with what I had was take a bunch of marble chips and pea gravel water and bleach and fill two jugs with them to make the weights.
I made one that’s probably about 10 lbs and one probably almost 20. I cleaned the rocks and added bleach to the jugs and added more water. Used plumbers tape to put the cap on. I turned them upside down and didn’t leak.
I wanted to zip tie them together and make a loop I can just hang on the barrier to make it easy to remove but that spot didn’t work to weight them down with the amount I had.
I put them to one side on the 3rd step and it’s holding it down but I’ll have to redo this since it’s not sitting evenly right now. I just needed something that works for today.
Still waiting on electrician to confirm fixes for permits. In the mean time my water is looking great!
Thanks again for all suggestions on weights!
My quick solution with what I had was take a bunch of marble chips and pea gravel water and bleach and fill two jugs with them to make the weights.
I made one that’s probably about 10 lbs and one probably almost 20. I cleaned the rocks and added bleach to the jugs and added more water. Used plumbers tape to put the cap on. I turned them upside down and didn’t leak.
I wanted to zip tie them together and make a loop I can just hang on the barrier to make it easy to remove but that spot didn’t work to weight them down with the amount I had.
I put them to one side on the 3rd step and it’s holding it down but I’ll have to redo this since it’s not sitting evenly right now. I just needed something that works for today.
Still waiting on electrician to confirm fixes for permits. In the mean time my water is looking great!
Thanks again for all suggestions on weights!
Have fun! Make sure to push the FC up to just under SLAM level about an hour before the party starts. Push it to SLAM level when the last person gets out.
Party was fun today! It wasn’t a Lot of people. Pool was great! Water was perfect!
I built another pool but I didn’t have a laser level so I don’t think it’s right but the water is def TFP clear!
I built another pool but I didn’t have a laser level so I don’t think it’s right
but the water is def TFP clear!
- Jun 1, 2018
- 16,019
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
What a fun cake 
!
I love it
Enjoy it while u can!
I did this one for my son a few years back for a fishing
/ camping 🏕 theme
We also did the obligatory giant bowl of blue jello with fishes in it & tackle boxes of gummy worms 
& snacks 
They’re getting older now & not that into it - my momma heart is getting crushed
! I love it
Enjoy it while u can! I did this one for my son a few years back for a fishing
/ camping 🏕 theme We also did the obligatory giant bowl of blue jello with fishes in it & tackle boxes of gummy worms & snacks They’re getting older now & not that into it - my momma heart is getting crushed
Thanks! That’s cool! I love the pretzel rods and the pond!
I hear you they get big so fast. I can’t believe she’s 12!
I hear you they get big so fast. I can’t believe she’s 12!
- Jun 1, 2018
- 16,019
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
Right! My daughter can drive now (permit)
- I just took my life in my hands a couple hours ago as we attempted to learn a stick shift 
Time is a thief.
I am not looking forward to kids driving let alone trying to teach them.Right! My daughter can drive now (permit)
Time is a thief.
As parents we spent our lifetime teaching our children. I follow this rule " Prepare the child for the road never prepare the road for the child" If we are successful our children will teach their children........
Spoke to the electrician. The town inspector says he couldn’t find the original pool
Permits which showed the electrical installation so we would have to move the post and pump. I told him that’s weird because I actually have the original permits haha. I pulled them when this whole thing began.
Electrician asked me to call town inspector and let him know I have them. So I left a message for him. Fingers crossed the receptacle is grandfathered so I don’t have to move everything.
Still waiting haha.
Permits which showed the electrical installation so we would have to move the post and pump. I told him that’s weird because I actually have the original permits haha. I pulled them when this whole thing began.
Electrician asked me to call town inspector and let him know I have them. So I left a message for him. Fingers crossed the receptacle is grandfathered so I don’t have to move everything.
Still waiting haha.
Decoy my friend your inspection has turned into a soap tv show lol! Maybe even ground hog day it resets every morning when you turn on the coffee pot!
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I know.haha No word back today. Hopefully the guy calls me in the am. Just want my build done!
I know.haha No word back today. Hopefully the guy calls me in the am. Just want my build done!
PoolMammy
Well-known member
I use this. It’s a kitchen tool for opening jars.
P. S. Your pool is beautifulAttachments
I use this. It’s a kitchen tool for opening jars.
Thanks! That looks like a great and safe option!
Pool is staying TFP clear!
My numbers have been very consistent everyday. I add about 3 cups of chlorine each day to maintain 7ppm. Usually when I test before adding chems it’s 5ppm.
PH has been holding steady around 7.5.
Pool is clear water feels good. Finally vacuumed again yesterday.
More questions:
1. Is there a reason I can’t post pics anymore? Did I reach a limit on my account? I can’t find any info on this. My text emojis etc is all grayed out so all I can do it write regular text.
2. I found 2 scratches through the coating on my top rails!!! These either happened on installation or they were factory. I’m not sure. What can I put on them to slow any rust or corrosion?
My numbers have been very consistent everyday. I add about 3 cups of chlorine each day to maintain 7ppm. Usually when I test before adding chems it’s 5ppm.
PH has been holding steady around 7.5.
Pool is clear water feels good. Finally vacuumed again yesterday.
More questions:
1. Is there a reason I can’t post pics anymore? Did I reach a limit on my account? I can’t find any info on this. My text emojis etc is all grayed out so all I can do it write regular text.
2. I found 2 scratches through the coating on my top rails!!! These either happened on installation or they were factory. I’m not sure. What can I put on them to slow any rust or corrosion?