Questions on adding SWG to existing pool

mjlinss

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Over the years I've heard that you can't convert an existing AGP with Vinyl using standard chlorine to use an SWG, that the liner needed to be replaced prior to installing. I'm considering budgeting to add one next year and just wanted to see if the above is true or if there would be no issues with doing so. I'm slowly learning about Salt and like the idea of not lugging chemicals back to the pool every night, in addition to being able to go on vacation without worrying about someone adding bleach or having to use tablets. Thanks!
 
I've never heard that and it doesn't make sense. All pools have salt in them, SWG or otherwise. In fact, a "bleach only" pool might have the same salt content as a SWG pool after a many years.
 
Over the years I've heard that you can't convert an existing AGP with Vinyl using standard chlorine to use an SWG, that the liner needed to be replaced prior to installing. I'm considering budgeting to add one next year and just wanted to see if the above is true or if there would be no issues with doing so. I'm slowly learning about Salt and like the idea of not lugging chemicals back to the pool every night, in addition to being able to go on vacation without worrying about someone adding bleach or having to use tablets. Thanks!

the liner or pool company just wants you to buy a new liner, so they will say just about anything... that is why I love me some TFP, saving money.. :)
 
Re: Questions on adding SWG to existing pool
I have been told not to install salt system to this pool. I will not have a pool etc. in 3 to 5 years. Is this true or not.
I have an above ground pool with a new vinyl liner going in. My pool is an esther william metal older pool with a alumium top rail. I have a earth filter and a hayward heater not really for salt water also. I have a trex deck around the pool. 15'round 48" deep. 5000 gal. 1. Should I use salt system?
2. If i can use salt system what should I purchase and brand also If allowed. How much salt?
 
the liner or pool company just wants you to buy a new liner, so they will say just about anything... that is why I love me some TFP, saving money.. :)

Essentially the pool company that installed the pool told me that. It was clear they didn't want to mess with doing it as I didn't buy the equipment from them, but they basically told me do it before we fill it or wait until you get a new liner. After researching them on this forum it's clear a lot of what they told me regarding salt was false, so I should have known better. I only wish I'd found TFP before I purchased the pool, I would have allocated the equipment budget much differently than I did as opposed to replacing one piece a year. Thanks for your input!
 
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