Replacing upper connecting plate on an 18x33 oval pool.

[johnnydot]

I recently noticed that I have rusting on the upper connecting plates that the railings are screwed to. Do I have to drain or partially drain the pool to replace these or is the wall stiffness enough to maintain stability if I replace them one at a time?

 

[ajw22]

Post pics of your pool so people have a better idea of what you are dealing with.

 

[johnnydot]

I recently noticed that I have rusting on the upper connecting plates that the railings are screwed to. Do I have to drain or partially drain the pool to replace these or is the wall stiffness enough to maintain stability if I replace them one at a time?