New house, new pool, new tools.

[Benny07]

It appears from the first pic where a slip coupling is visible that someone has tried to repair this before. My guess is they didn’t get the male threaded coupler sealed so they slathered it with silicone to try and stop the leak. Assuming the external threads on the multiport valve are in good shape you can cut behind the old repair coupling and re-plumb it with a new union similar to the one I’ve circled in yellow. If you can get a pic with more of the pipe showing behind where I’ve circled in red we can better advise where to cut and what additional parts you might need. INYO shows the union kit here, but if you contact them they very well may be able to assist you in sourcing a single union that will work as opposed to buying the full kit; have the part number from the sticker on the multiport valve handy when you’re talking with them.

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Here's the pictures as requested, I also added a bonus picture of the backwash side. As you can see that looks exactly the same with the silicon slathered on it.

So I'm guessing the pvc pipe itself will not be glued to the inside of the filter then? Just a case of cutting the pipe and then replacing with a union. Like the one that comes off the pump?

 

[Lake Placid]

Here's the pictures as requested, I also added a bonus picture of the backwash side. As you can see that looks exactly the same with the silicon slathered on it.

So I'm guessing the pvc pipe itself will not be glued to the inside of the filter then? Just a case of cutting the pipe and then replacing with a union. Like the one that comes off the pump?

You’re correct the fittings used to connect the piping into the multiport valve are threaded. That multiport has internal and external threads available. Assuming the external threads aren’t ruined it’s a straightforward repair on both sides. Cut somewhere as I’ve marked, add a repair coupling a 90, some lengths of pvc and a new union and you‘re in business.

 

[Benny07]

You’re correct the fittings used to connect the piping into the multiport valve are threaded. That multiport has internal and external threads available. Assuming the external threads aren’t ruined it’s a straightforward repair on both sides. Cut somewhere as I’ve marked, add a repair coupling a 90, some lengths of pvc and a new union and you‘re in business.

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Awesome, I didn't realise there were threads on both inside and outside.

I'll get the parts ordered and hope for the best

Thank you

 

[Lake Placid]

Awesome, I didn't realise there were threads on both inside and outside.

I'll get the parts ordered and hope for the best

Thank you

Pro tip…..start on the backwash side and you can verify union fitament and perfect your skills without major concern for taking the pool out of service if something doesn’t fit on the first try.

 

[Benny07]

So I found some plastic parts in the pool today whilst cleaning it. Seems one of my return jets has self destructed. Is this an issue that needs fixing ASAP or is it OK to leave a little. The return is still sending out water it's just the hole is bigger and I can't direct it a certain way.

 

[ajw22]

You are fine with the larger return.

That piece should slide back on.

 

[Lake Placid]

Looks like the part of the destroyed lock ring is still threaded onto the return. Thread it off and a new one should thread back on. Not super urgent to repair if you can’t get to it for a bit.

 

[Benny07]

OK time for an update. This weekend I finally plucked up the courage to replace that pipe. With a bit of head scratching between me and the wife we managed to get it done! Left it for 24hrs and just tested it. No leaks and all looking good! It may not be the prettiest but for a first timer it went pretty well

I'd like to thank each and every one of you for all your help and expertise. Wouldn't have had the guts to fix all this with out all of yours help! It's certainly much more rewarding when you do something yourself. Now to wait for the sun to come out and hopefully we'll be swimming in no time!

 

[Lake Placid]

Good for you on a job well done. Now that you have experience you can cut in a SWG and stop jug lugging.

 

[Benny07]

Good for you on a job well done. Now that you have experience you can cut in a SWG and stop jug lugging.

Haha maybe in the future. I'd like to concrete the area where the filter and pump are just to tidy that area up which I'm guessing would mean having to redo some of the pvc piping anyway so might as well add that all into the project

Also been looking into the possibility of a variable speed pump as my electricity company is giving some rebates on them but that also maybe a future project lol

For now just want to enjoy the pool