What type of weir door do I need?

[paultallard]

What type of Weir Door do I need for my pool? My 35 year old pool has 2 skimmers without weir doors. The openings are 1) 7.75" by 5.75" and 2) 8" wide by 6". Centered in the top of the openings is a 1" high by 2" wide metal tab with a 3/16" hole centered in the tab. The guy at the local pool store said that was for an older model of Weir Door but he didn't know what it was called. A Google search didn't help. What is this called? Who makes it? Is it still available? If not, what are my options? The pool guy told me to hacksaw the Tab off or it would interfere with his doors. Really?
Added pictures as requested.

 

[ajw22]

Welcome to TFP.

Post pics of your skimmers from the mouth and the top and the skimmer lid.

 

[1poolman1]

Don't cut the tab off, it keeps the weir from falling forward when the pump is off.
Try this

https://www.amazon.com/Aladdin-935-Replacement-Swimquip-Hayward/dp/B00C405W16

 

[paultallard]

So I do not need an older door specially made for my pool as the pool guy told me? I looked at your link and the instructions say to install the new door the same way as the old door. There is no old door. I assume the instructions will cover how to orient the new door? Any tips on that?

 

[1poolman1]

So I do not need an older door specially made for my pool as the pool guy told me? I looked at your link and the instructions say to install the new door the same way as the old door. There is no old door. I assume the instructions will cover how to orient the new door? Any tips on that?

Its a spring-loaded hinge. Pull the pins and the inner rods will press against the edge of the skimmer. Be sure it is able to swing freely. If it is a bit large, a hacksaw can be used to trim it. It can be adjusted up or down to allow for good movement. Obviously, float at the top with smooth side toward the pool (I've seen the installed upside-down).

 

[paultallard]

Thanks. Will do so.