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[Heather MacLennan]

Heather MacLennan here, I’m in Cumming Iowa (SouthCentral) and I just put in a doughboy vinyl lined pool fully in the ground. 16’x32’ with a 7’ deep end. I started out with Baquacil and I dont like it. It’s only been 3 weeks, can I convert now, shock the dickins out of it and move to chlorine without having to change the sand? (Oxidizer levels are already low due to abundance of rain lately)

I come from a previous pool that was inground and concrete with a Salt Generator. Doughboy voids the warranty with salt, but I’d like to be back on chlorine if possible.
Also, set to close in 2 weeks, worth it to convert now, or wait til Spring when more fresh water is added?

Appreciate the crowd-expertise!

 

[mknauss]

Welcome to the forum!
To convert from Bacqua to chlorine -- read Convert Your Baqua Pool to Chlorine - Trouble Free Pool
You do need a proper test kit. See Test Kits Compared. I suggest the TF100 for the best value.
I suggest you read ABC's of Pool Water Chemistry.

 

[YippeeSkippy]

My vote is to wait till Spring and see what your levels are then. I believe if you open early and start the process early it will go faster and be all ready for your enjoyment by the time the water has warmed up.

Welcome to TFP! Glad to have ya here!

Maddie