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    Default Re: Start up chemistry for first time pool owner

    It'll be eaisier to reckon CYA if you buy dichlor in pound bags, you'll be at about 55ppm CYA after using three pounds (1/2 Cup at a time). Don't even bother testing for CYA until then. At that point, start using the SWCG.

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    Hi,

    Being im here in NY, we do not have a Sam's club close by, what do you recommend besides Poolbrand Dichlor shock or Kem-Tek. If you swear by them i rather stay on the same boat as everyone else.

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    Leslie's Chlor-Brite has been the good stuff everytime I've looked. It's expensive but since you need very little... Don't let them talk you into anything else - maybe floaty toys.

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    I found this on Amazon.Com, can you please advise if this is the Pool Brand dichlor. If not I will go and get a one day pass and purchase the one from Sam's Club

    I just ordered my AquaChek Salt Strips and my Taylor K-2006C, I already have the HTH 6 Way Test kit. I just like to have everything in hand before I start anything

    http://www.amazon.com/PoolBrand-Quic.../dp/B0026CG9PK

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    It sure looks like it to me but I cannot read the ingredient list on the packaging. Plus, did you see the price? $32.11 in shipping charges! I would just go to Sam's if it were me.

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    I was curious that is it, i saw the shipping, which was a bit extreme. I will be driving to Sam's Club this weekend to obtain a one day pass and purchase the dichlor.

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    There is a Leslie's in Lynbrook - you only need a few bags. The Leslie's near me charges $5.00 per bag.

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