DIY Liner replacement

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I am preparing to install a new vinyl liner in the next month or 2. I’ve watched many videos but wondering if there are any tips, tricks or pitfalls I should be aware of.
I’ve been told to go ahead and replace all gaskets during the project. Do all skimmers, returns and lights all need 2 gaskets?
Thanks!
 
Yes, You ideally want one on either side of the liner.
Depending upon what brand fixtures you have there may be variations of gaskets.
Some come with 1 cork & 1 rubber/ foam type some have all rubber/foam or all cork.
Usually if its cork & rubber/foam the cork one goes between the liner & wall.
You can go on inyopools & look up the gaskets for each thing by brand (skimmer, return, light) & it will usually tell you if 2 are required as well.

There’s several detailed videos on replacing the gaskets & liner installation.
Here’s a great one
 
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Mdragger88 said:
Yes, You ideally want one on either side of the liner.
Depending upon what brand fixtures you have there may be variations of gaskets.
Some come with 1 cork & 1 rubber/ foam type some have all rubber/foam or all cork.
Usually if its cork & rubber/foam the cork one goes between the liner & wall.
You can go on inyopools & look up the gaskets for each thing by brand (skimmer, return, light) & it will usually tell you if 2 are required as well.

There’s several detailed videos on replacing the gaskets & liner installation.
Here’s a great one
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Thanks for the input. That video you sent is one I’ve watched a couple times now as it’s one of the better ones I’ve found!
If only it goes as smoothly as that!!
 
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Nate1975 said:
Thanks for the input. That video you sent is one I’ve watched a couple times now as it’s one of the better ones I’ve found!
If only it goes as smoothly as that!!
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It’s my favorite one! An oldie but a goodie 👍🏻
Best of luck with your project!
 
Mdragger88 said:
Yes, You ideally want one on either side of the liner.
Depending upon what brand fixtures you have there may be variations of gaskets.
Some come with 1 cork & 1 rubber/ foam type some have all rubber/foam or all cork.
Usually if its cork & rubber/foam the cork one goes between the liner & wall.
You can go on inyopools & look up the gaskets for each thing by brand (skimmer, return, light) & it will usually tell you if 2 are required as well.

There’s several detailed videos on replacing the gaskets & liner installation.
Here’s a great one
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What is the recommended silicone sealant to use for the gaskets?
 
Do I need to wait to drain the pool until right before installing the new liner? The weather won’t be warm enough until next month but wondering if I could go ahead and drain now and have that done. Or is it not good to sit empty that long?
 

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I am trying to get my pumped primed to start the pool draining. I drained down below the returns for the winter. I still have the return caps on, the return lines closed and the skimmer line closed. I opened the main drain line and turned the valve to waste. I have put a hose in the pump basket to fill the line and it fills up the basket. As soon as I put the lid on and turn on the pump the water goes down to about 2 inches in the basket and it won’t pump water. There is some water dripping from the waste line but I can’t get the pump to prime. Am I missing something?
All the connections are tight and plugs are in???
 
Nate1975 said:
I am trying to get my pumped primed to start the pool draining. I drained down below the returns for the winter. I still have the return caps on, the return lines closed and the skimmer line closed. I opened the main drain line and turned the valve to waste. I have put a hose in the pump basket to fill the line and it fills up the basket. As soon as I put the lid on and turn on the pump the water goes down to about 2 inches in the basket and it won’t pump water. There is some water dripping from the waste line but I can’t get the pump to prime. Am I missing something?
All the connections are tight and plugs are in???
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You need a submersible pump to drain a pool. It can't be done with the filter system.
 
I was extremely nervous about taking on this DIY project as I am not a real handyman. I got a quote from the pool store for over $5500. With that as motivation and the encouragement and help of my BIL we decided to tackle this ourselves. I would say make sure to have plenty of help and watch lots of YouTube videos so that you get familiar and comfortable with the process from start to finish. Also make sure your measurements for the new liner are accurate. I was lucky and able to get the original liner specs from the local guy who installed our pool a year before we moved in.
I ended up all in for roughly $2,000 when it was all complete. $1500 for new liner and then another $500 for replacement gaskets and parts. Then, of course, plenty of beer and pizza for the helpers!! Worst part was just waiting for it to fill!
 
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