I tried several different techniques..one with without the top rail supports so that I could gain some flex and started trying techniques when I used to install carpeting. Close, but no cigar and it just really worked hard on the walls.

Next was installing the top rail supports to hold the shape of the pool, again...air ball..........no good. GRRRRRRRRRRRRRR. Exacto knife was looking very pleasant to me at that time.

Correct liner? No expert by all means of this but, given how close this is, it all looks right. Seams on cove in the right spot, etc.

Sooooooooooooooooooooooo. I am calling in the pros and let them deal with this. Can't make it until next week so I may give it the ol' college try one last time. Any other advice?

Bob-