All - So far so good with the Coleman 18 x 48 , with chemicals and pool crystal clear and clean, albeit with a lot of maintenance by my wife and I. Like any others, realizing the existing cartridge ump just isn't doing such a great job as it seems to struggle to keep up, is load nd the filter cartridge seems to get dirty and clogged daily. Managed to snag an Intex 16 inch Sand Pump at an unbelievable price ( Amazon pricing error when it seems they are going for 2x time MSRP if they were even in stock). Back to my question though, It seems what with this pool and the existing hose and threading, it is for the most part plug and play to the unit with the existing hoses and adapters. However, i notice the Unit comes with Intex Aeration Pool Jet. I cant seem to find many videos and insight on this as how to either :
1) Change both the inlet ( 1 existing jet) and outlets ( 2 existing with pull of plugs). I have a skimmer at times attached to one of them and they pull off easily although do tend to allow a bit to much leaves and the line into the system ( i may do the pantyhose trick when i swap out units. Assuming this cannot be done and I can really keep the existing set up as is with Coleman / Bestway Hardware from both the inlet / outlet existing tubing all the way down tot he unit.
2) Just change the inlet / jet. Intex shows the new aeration technology, not sure if that will improve the performance of the unit or what not. Again, not clear if this can be done while water is in the pool or if existing hardware can handle the increased pressure and force.
Also, I am seeing three options to fill the sand filter. Sand itself, with prices varying from $12 ( HTH branded ) to $25 dollars a bag of 50lbs( the unit says it takes 126 lbs , but ive seen some people say it doesnt take that much, with others saying more) . Also seeing glass substrate which seems a bit more pricey and then some pople searing by foam balls. I am thinking that sand is best bet for the remainder of the season. Finally, it also seems like i can run the pool skimmer without having to close of one of the ports as i do know with the existing Bestway pump ( which barely works anyways)
The last thing I want to do is drain any water as i have perfect balance in the pool as is the last week or so. Any direction or videos or input would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
1) Change both the inlet ( 1 existing jet) and outlets ( 2 existing with pull of plugs). I have a skimmer at times attached to one of them and they pull off easily although do tend to allow a bit to much leaves and the line into the system ( i may do the pantyhose trick when i swap out units. Assuming this cannot be done and I can really keep the existing set up as is with Coleman / Bestway Hardware from both the inlet / outlet existing tubing all the way down tot he unit.
2) Just change the inlet / jet. Intex shows the new aeration technology, not sure if that will improve the performance of the unit or what not. Again, not clear if this can be done while water is in the pool or if existing hardware can handle the increased pressure and force.
Also, I am seeing three options to fill the sand filter. Sand itself, with prices varying from $12 ( HTH branded ) to $25 dollars a bag of 50lbs( the unit says it takes 126 lbs , but ive seen some people say it doesnt take that much, with others saying more) . Also seeing glass substrate which seems a bit more pricey and then some pople searing by foam balls. I am thinking that sand is best bet for the remainder of the season. Finally, it also seems like i can run the pool skimmer without having to close of one of the ports as i do know with the existing Bestway pump ( which barely works anyways)
The last thing I want to do is drain any water as i have perfect balance in the pool as is the last week or so. Any direction or videos or input would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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