My opinion, close up the pool the best you can until next April. You now have a good idea what your spring startup plan is. Drain the pool, pressure test the plumbing, repair equipment as need, replace the liner, fill with fresh water, Begin using TFP methods day 1. Water should be clear day 1 and you can swim as soon as it is warm enough for your tastes.
Use the money you save this season and take your family on a summer vacation in replacement of having the pool. Or bank it for next years work.
You gave it a good try but swimming in your pool a few times this season is not worth the effort, money, and aggravation it is causing you. Take a break, regroup, and get the pool going next season.
Hi! I just wanted to say thanks for your thoughts last year. We just opened our pool and back in action.